Estonian update
I've been and we've all come back. We did nothing major touristy things and spent most of the time in the wild forest. it was great, I feel really chilled. the family are good for it, Evelin speaks more Estonian. Good break! I struggled for so long before the go, doing a new floor in the hallway. Aile likes it, but not my choice of edges. Um... sorry, but can't change them without ripping up the floor... :)I got precious little writing done, but have slowly got back into it now. what have I to show for the 5 weeks? 200 words on a chapter of book 4 and half a short story that I need to rewrite, as I don't like its tempo and style. A new voice? Anyway, it's disappointing, I had planned so much. There we are, writing can't be forced and if I didn't write anything, I certainly soaked up the atmosphere and experiences that can be utilised later on. I also had two productive days in the Nat library - even if my dictaphone tape broke and I need it repaired!
Since coming back, I am 75% done on the chapter. Basically, I've been stuck. I know where I want to go in later chapters. i now have worked through the line, a few new characters have arrived and another chapter fits in. A reprise from book 2 to link them.
I have reworked short story 'the tin turtle' - further experiences of David's war. I have written a new story today for a little comp. It's totally from my normal voice and I wanted to try. I named it 'A sign from Waddingtons' and i guess it pays homage to a certain game. I'm sure it's been done before, but it was fun.
I also entered a poetry competition with my Dawn Desire (reworked). Well, why not? have heard nothing from the publisher. I need to wait until at least mid-September.
My diary will follow...
posted by Geraint @ 9:40 pm
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