Category Archives: My Book

Pushing Through the Breaking Point

Posted on June 18, 2010 by MAL

Nasty throat infection this week. Been out of commission, have not felt like moving or writing. Although, editing I have been. Like mad. I’m learning not to be hard on myself. What good does it really do to beat me … Continue reading →

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200 Pages, Three Days (and a bit of England vs. USA)

Posted on June 9, 2010 by MAL

Seriously, I’m not procrastinating writing this blog (she writes sitting on her couch in her pajamas). No, seriously, I’m not. I just want to put it out that there that I am attempting to edit just under 200 pages by … Continue reading →

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We’re Moving!

Posted on May 24, 2010 by MAL

Tis the end of the lady who lunches era/reign/bubble…she will soon be a lady who busts her ass at a wonderful job in writing that she adores in Chicago (that’s the idea, at least). In six weeks, we will be … Continue reading →

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Editing and Re-editing

Posted on May 21, 2010 by MAL

What draft am I on for my novel? Perhaps the 8th, 9th…10th…. Have just finished reading the book: Self Editing for Fiction Writers: How to Edit Yourself into Print . Honestly, if you’re going to read one book on editing, … Continue reading →

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Script Frenzy Month of Chaos!

Posted on March 31, 2010 by MAL

Tomorrow starts the month of torture – the best kind. Late night writing, outlining, tearing my hair out, eye crossing, caffeinated bliss. 30 days. 100 pages. A format I’ve never done before. I’ve entered an international writing event called Script … Continue reading →

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