This week, I get a taste of what it would be like to be a full-time writer. Sort of. Okay, not really. But I will have more time to write since I can make my own breaks in the midst of finishing the Halloween "stuff" up. Hence my insanity of thinking I might be able to finish the first draft of Her Private Chef this week.
I have another plot line running through these last chapters that will undoubtedly add words to the beginning when I revise. So I'm not holding myself strictly to the 50,000 word minimum for this draft...if it finishes earlier, that's fine, because I know I'll be adding later.
Of course the main reason for my taking vacation time this week is to finish the Halloween decorating, and complete all the prep for the party Saturday night. It's going to be a very busy week, but dare I say...I'm looking forward to it!
Weekly Goals
Writing
- Finish the first draft of Her Private Chef
- One chapter of Tempest
Personal
- Finish Halloween decorating and stow all tubs/boxes/etc
- Finish party prep (gift bags, contests, activities, etc)
- Make sure everyone has a great time Saturday night
Weekly Reading List
Wedding at King's Convenience by Maureen Child (Harlequin Silhouette Desire) - I know, I know. If I don't like baby books, why do I keep reading them? Honestly? Because to cancel my subscription I have to get in touch with the HQN people, and I haven't taken the time to do that. But one of these days...
In any case, this isn't too bad, as far as accidental pregnancies and weddings go. For once, the heroine has a brain, and refuses to marry the father of her baby just because she's pregnant. She wants love, and she's not afraid to be alone if she can't have it. For that, I applaud both her and the author - bravo! You'll have to read it to discover how things work out...if you like baby-based plots, you'll enjoy this book.
The Maverick's Virgin Mistress by Jennifer Lewis (Harlequin Silhouette Desire) - This is another reason I haven't canceled the Silhouettes yet. They don't all have babies in them...like this one! As you may have guessed by the title, it's a story of innocence, as well as one of deception and confusion. It's a great book - I love the heroine (again), and the hero is just adorable, sweet and heartbreaking. A very enjoyable two-hour read.
Don't Look Down by Jennifer Cruisie & Bob Mayer - I just started this, and so far, it's everything I'd expect from a Cruisie novel, with the added bonus of Mayer writing the male POV character. I'm not far into it, but expect it to be a good ride - will let you know what I think when it's done.
Okay - your turn! What are your goals for this week (feel free to link to your blog if you post them)? What are you reading now?
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5 comments:
I think your week sounds to busy to be considered a "holiday". :-)
I'm using The Bone Garden as my carrot to get things done this week. I'm about 2/3 of the way through it and I'm really trying to resist its siren's call to get me to blow off my writing and read instead.
Must . . . stay . . . strong . . .
Okay, maybe it is my mood or the fact that I feel very overwhelmed with my busy family life lately...but all I could see in your blog post was "HER PRIVATE CHEF". I'd buy it today...I need one today!
Have a great week off!
My goal - still outline for NaNo. I am doing it far too slowly (lots of procrastinating and distractions in between).
I do have the main plot, but I just want a proper outline to make sure I don't get all jumbled up in the middle of attempting to do NaNo. I am not setting myself anymore goals right now.
Of course journaling continues, and plan to update writing blog regularly, but the travel blog and journaling blog will probably suffer for November.
Reading a scifi book, The Lathe of Heaven.
Good luck with your goals, and I look forward to seeing pics from your halloween party when all the decorations are up.
Sounds like you're having one terrific party! With all of the work you're putting into it, I'd love to come and see what you've done! And great work on making progress on your writing!
You're all invited to the party of course...if you can find some way to get here to Montana. :-) Just think of the grand time we'd have!
C - I think I have The Bone Garden around here somewhere, but don't think I've actually read it. I'll look forward to hearing what you think when you're done. I should do that more often - use reading as a reward, instead of blowing off other things to read. ;-)
Johanna - LOL I think we all could use a private chef, at least on occasion! We're going out for dinner tonight...no cooking for me!
LW - Congrats on getting stuff done for your NaNo outline! I wrote some scenes down last night (longhand - couldn't stare at a screen), so I feel very accomplished about that. Amazing how distractions can be so...distracting!
Who is The Lathe of Heaven by? Intriguing title, will you be reviewing it on your blog?
Jody - thanks for the encouragement...it will be a great party, I'm sure. Would love you have you come, if you want to take a trip! ;-)
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