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Sunday evening update
Mar. 21st, 2021 07:28 pmNot too much to report here, as I've been taking it easy this weekend. I wanted to Read What I Have So Far for the two big writing projects and did that instead of getting any new words done. I often do this near the start of every project for a few reasons: one, to see if any of it holds up and holds my attention (which yes, both do, yay!), and two, to get a firm grasp on the story and its many moving parts. This second reason is the more important of the two, as it's my way of establishing continuity.
And let me tell you, my novels ALWAYS start off with the shittiest continuity ever. This is mainly due to me trying things out just to see where they go. This includes character traits and personalities, extended family and friends, time of day, whatever. I used to say I was 'flailing' at this point, but I don't think that's a good word for it. More like 'feeling my way', honestly. After maybe four or so chapters, I'll do a Read What I Have So Far and see what works and what needs work.
That said...Project A is going in an unexpected but fun direction and I'm quite happy about that, but I definitely need to straighten out the continuity. Project B, on the other hand, is going a bit slow but the continuity is just fine. So all in all, I think I'm happy enough with both that I can start moving forward starting tomorrow. Woo!
And let me tell you, my novels ALWAYS start off with the shittiest continuity ever. This is mainly due to me trying things out just to see where they go. This includes character traits and personalities, extended family and friends, time of day, whatever. I used to say I was 'flailing' at this point, but I don't think that's a good word for it. More like 'feeling my way', honestly. After maybe four or so chapters, I'll do a Read What I Have So Far and see what works and what needs work.
That said...Project A is going in an unexpected but fun direction and I'm quite happy about that, but I definitely need to straighten out the continuity. Project B, on the other hand, is going a bit slow but the continuity is just fine. So all in all, I think I'm happy enough with both that I can start moving forward starting tomorrow. Woo!
