Novel-writing muscles
The last novel I wrote took about four years. I don’t want a repeat of that so, to keep myself moving along at a good pace, I’ve set a goal… Read more »
Author Archives: Veronica
Different but the same
I’m having a little bit of trouble transitioning back to novel writing. So this morning I played around and wrote in novel and screenplay format simultaneously. Both are just places… Read more »
A problem to have
I have a problem. In the big scheme of life, it’s frankly not a very bad problem. As a matter of fact, it might even be considered a good problem…. Read more »
Just because
I’ve decided to reward myself this morning. I’ve worked very hard lately, screenwriting until my fingers nearly bleed. Writing and revising, all while worrying about the 3 act structure, plot… Read more »
Dog training
About four months ago my husband and I sold our home and moved into an apartment. The only problem was that our old house was the only home Pepper, our… Read more »
Into the darkness?
I usually pooh-pooh the idea that stories control their own path. I create my characters, and I decide what happens to them. That’s the way it is. Usually. But my… Read more »
How to be a fantastic parent in 10 not-so-easy steps
Although numbered, these steps are in no particular order. 1. Stay up all night and worry. It’s an important part of the job. 2. Don’t try to be friends with… Read more »
Office space
In our old house I had a 12 X 14 office all to myself. I adored having so much room! But we moved, and there is very little ‘extra’ space… Read more »
Interrupted by indecision
This morning’s writing has been interrupted by indecision. I’m usually a pretty decisive person, rarely unable to quickly make up my mind. At least about important things. But this morning… Read more »
Scam phone call
What a nice way to start the weekend. NOT! The phone rang at 8 am, and it’s Saturday. I answered and had the following conversation. “Can I speak to (husband’s… Read more »