Wow I’m on a really good run at the moment! It seems that after each blog I write I actually want to write another one. Perhaps I’ll even start getting 2 out a week at some point? Who knows? I may even add a book page to my blog. That could be a good idea… its food for thought anyway.
On another plus, I’ve started a writing group with a few people from work who are just as dissatisfied with the daily grind as I am. A couple of ex-media students with scriptwriting skills and an up and coming non-conventional mystery/thriller writer who also dabbles into high-end fantasy. I won’t go into too many details with how it’s unconventional but hopefully she will in time. Though she is a little shy, I’m sure with some support she’ll come out of her shell, just like I did.
Oh dear I’m starting to sound like a teacher so I’m going to stop myself there, but with regards to my loose writing group it has really helped to bounce off ideas with someone, my partner is great for proof-reading but they like to stay back from the creative process so they can remain objective to the task. Eventually of course I’ll hire a professional proof reader and editor, and then I will try the publishing route. Perhaps I need an agent too but that’s stuff that can all happen within the next few months.
So what are my goals? Death on the Wellhead 2 Beast of Fire will be out in May, all being well, and then hopefully the third book of the series will be out by Christmas. I intend to enter three short story competitions this year as well and help to assist my new writing group’s projects as best I can. I may even whip up an author’s profile on Facebook, that’s how serious I’m getting! Lol!
Anyway as I said previously- consistency is key to good performance with regards to writing. I may have missed a week last week on my blog, but I have managed to pull it back this week and I will blog again next week. Though not much is being said at the moment I know that at least keeping my blog active is a step in the right direction!
Anyway gang, hopefully next week I will be able to share something a bit more exciting with you!
Keep it real!
Ash.
P.S: I have just realised I’ve been neglecting to tag anything in my last few blogs. That explains the lack of views, nothing to do with my content right? Lol!