tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post7270849486400357871..comments2024-03-08T12:41:26.235+00:00Comments on Write Here, Write Now: A Monday Morning, Self-Involved WhineKyra Lennonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-79842566483541887972013-09-18T20:14:24.010+01:002013-09-18T20:14:24.010+01:00If you can rationalize a decision, I think it'...If <i>you</i> can rationalize a decision, I think it's safe to assume a character could, too. Reviewers come from different walks of life. They may not understand that. They may rate you harshly because of it. But it happens.<br /><br />Do what's right for the story. Screw everything else. <3Carrie Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01540590799406170410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-31922609016015564842013-09-18T15:07:15.869+01:002013-09-18T15:07:15.869+01:00Keep going Kyra :)! You're doing a fantastic j...Keep going Kyra :)! You're doing a fantastic job! If you ever feel down, just think about it this way - you've already written more books than I have :P (current finished book count: 0, WIP: many...). <br />You say that you worry that people will hate your character for making a particular decision, but I don't think so - so long as it ties in with the MC's personality and doesn't go too much against what she's like as a person (for example, if she was strong minded, but then fainted over a hot guy looking at her or something ridiculous like that...), then I don't think you need to worry :). It's when characters make irrational decisions that don't have anything to do with the way the story will progress, or goes completely against their nature that there might be an issue. But if it's justified and if YOU think it fits, then honestly don't worry about it :)! <br />Sending a hug your way to cheer you up ;)!Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-85840998694402526602013-09-18T01:45:43.514+01:002013-09-18T01:45:43.514+01:00I've felt stressed over certain things about m...I've felt stressed over certain things about my novel also, but for me it's about trying to make sure everything is good before I am set to publish it. The only advice I can offer is to never doubt yourself or your writing. It's common that writers feel this way and by you being a writer, you're no different from the rest. However, don't let the negativity control those thoughts! <br /><br />Continue writing and never give up! :) Mori Liihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06617785381976883363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-83527561920869601182013-09-18T00:50:25.268+01:002013-09-18T00:50:25.268+01:00Fear not. This is normal for writers to feel that ...Fear not. This is normal for writers to feel that way. I, too, feel terribly mediocre. I'm also honest when it comes to reviews. Your books are great! It's hard to handle that not everyone is going to like us, but that's a reality of being a writer. Keep writing. Your books keep getting better. The doubts will be there, but don't let them stop you. *Hugs*Christine Rainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08263694662585963900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-9804610864564150462013-09-17T18:39:18.060+01:002013-09-17T18:39:18.060+01:00First off...major sorry for going too slowly to be...First off...major sorry for going too slowly to be any help. And as for the twist in the middle...sometimes the characters speak to us and you have to allow that. You went with your gut and it works. <br /><br />I know what you are talking about with the insecurity over the mediocrity. I have the same fear and I too get a measure of comfort from hearing the laments of talented writers like yourself. I have read the works of best sellers and finish scratching my head with wonder for their success. Then I will read AMAZING books that get very little anything. I think without the major ad budget and promotions, it's just going to take time. I read somewhere that most overnight successes are years in the making and I think there is a lot of truth in that.<br /><br />Good luck! Be confident...you have all it takes to make it!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-85645926967159303872013-09-17T15:12:28.530+01:002013-09-17T15:12:28.530+01:00It's good to voice things... especially our do...It's good to voice things... especially our doubts and insecurities. I think it helps us digest things and move on. I've been in an awful slump myself... and I think sometimes we have to allow ourselves to go through these down moments... because when we come out, our perspective isn't forced, it's real. And we're stronger for it. :) <br /><br />You are wonderful, Kyra. And I totally believe in you! Morganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15747144518868320969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-33218478477864742402013-09-17T07:53:23.809+01:002013-09-17T07:53:23.809+01:00Thanks, Tammy!Thanks, Tammy!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-88038015607678058432013-09-17T07:53:11.251+01:002013-09-17T07:53:11.251+01:00LOL! Thanks, Crystal!LOL! Thanks, Crystal!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-19652688542975319592013-09-17T07:52:57.466+01:002013-09-17T07:52:57.466+01:00Good point lol!
Thank you - it definitely takes c...Good point lol!<br /><br />Thank you - it definitely takes courage to let people read your work!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-76041006714295787682013-09-17T07:52:24.275+01:002013-09-17T07:52:24.275+01:00Lol, I try not to bug my CPs too often for fear of...Lol, I try not to bug my CPs too often for fear of sounding nuts, but I did go over it with some of them. I have explained my MCs decision, and I think it's enough. I don't want to hammer the reason over the reader's head lol. But it still makes me nervous!<br /><br />Good luck with those edits!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-21761999521588331312013-09-17T07:50:17.966+01:002013-09-17T07:50:17.966+01:00Thanks, Suzanne! <3Thanks, Suzanne! <3Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-13160122072005756592013-09-17T07:50:01.765+01:002013-09-17T07:50:01.765+01:00*hugs*
I remember you going through this with Kne...*hugs*<br /><br />I remember you going through this with Knee Deep, but her decisions made perfect sense to me! :D<br /><br />LOL, I don't read my reviews that often, I just stumbled across a new one yesterday. As it turns out, there are more good than bad, but boy the bad ones can be brutal!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-37635626303763177612013-09-17T07:48:11.685+01:002013-09-17T07:48:11.685+01:00Sounds like a plan! Hope you feel better soon!Sounds like a plan! Hope you feel better soon!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-69711699434425070232013-09-17T07:40:26.944+01:002013-09-17T07:40:26.944+01:00Thank you! I'm a big fan of questionable decis...Thank you! I'm a big fan of questionable decisions, too lol!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-46110245632033109852013-09-17T07:39:59.558+01:002013-09-17T07:39:59.558+01:00*hugs* Thanks, Jackie!
I know you love Radleigh, ...*hugs* Thanks, Jackie!<br /><br />I know you love Radleigh, I always think of you when I write him now!Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-79840788714269102602013-09-17T07:38:54.960+01:002013-09-17T07:38:54.960+01:00Thanks, Rena, much appreciated! Thanks, Rena, much appreciated! Kyra Lennonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13853462182450429660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-13904296281701683062013-09-17T06:17:16.537+01:002013-09-17T06:17:16.537+01:00don't doubt yourself! you're an awesome wr...don't doubt yourself! you're an awesome writer. Tammy Theriaulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13128574900510175415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-77893806184536934682013-09-16T23:42:13.011+01:002013-09-16T23:42:13.011+01:00Woman, none of us is perfect. Nor is our work. The...Woman, none of us is perfect. Nor is our work. The point is that we do the best we can and improve with every subsequent project. Chin up, and go eat some cheese eh? ;)Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-66408655402563992372013-09-16T22:14:10.576+01:002013-09-16T22:14:10.576+01:00None of us can know for sure what makes the differ...None of us can know for sure what makes the difference between enjoyable to "I need to make sure everyone I know reads this book!" If we did, we'd all be bestsellers.<br /><br />As a writer, you clearly have skill, and I think you tell engaging stories. You're also brave enough to put your work out there. Those things all count for a lot.L.G. Keltnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07624902347418621283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-69462145929610311092013-09-16T21:58:49.681+01:002013-09-16T21:58:49.681+01:00Of course you have that in you. Can you discuss th...Of course you have that in you. Can you discuss that section with one or more of your crit partners? Maybe that'll make you feel better about it. I usually send rambling emails to a friend about what's irking me and usually by the end I worked out how to fix it.<br /><br />Maybe you just need to add in a few lines here and there to make her decision seem more sensible to the reader.<br /><br />Don't let the trolls get you down. The beauty of writing is we're all always improving and learning.<br /><br />And no, you're far from the only one filled with doubts. I'm currently editing my next book and am questioning my sanity. lolM Paxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096697282530998519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-17568047901263069412013-09-16T19:36:45.511+01:002013-09-16T19:36:45.511+01:00Don't feel bad about feeling low and having a ...Don't feel bad about feeling low and having a whine, we all need to do it. You have determination and talent they will hold you in good stead I'm sure.Sending hugs and a big bar of choccy your way. Suzanne Furnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00908200156114453054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-88589159927528880402013-09-16T18:37:32.873+01:002013-09-16T18:37:32.873+01:00*hugs* ;-)
When Knee Deep came out, I knew exactl...*hugs* ;-)<br /><br />When Knee Deep came out, I knew exactly what the bad reviews were going to say. I knew people wouldn't understand why she stuck around. Why she didn't chase after the guy when he left. But I knew it was what my MC would do in that situation. SO. At that point, I finally sent the book on to my agent knowing that I felt good about what my character did, and also knowing people would have issue with that.<br />Also.<br />Kyra.<br />STOP READING YOUR REVIEWS.<br />That is all ;-)<br />Jolene Perryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14809468564016928636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-67183122748952834662013-09-16T18:25:41.470+01:002013-09-16T18:25:41.470+01:00Awww, can I join in your whine? I'm having one...Awww, can I join in your whine? I'm having one of those days too. Maybe we both need to have a glass of wine and a rant!! Big hugs!Johanna Garthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15515478890074610814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-69821324964635666002013-09-16T17:29:06.212+01:002013-09-16T17:29:06.212+01:00I'm sorry you're feeling down. For what it...I'm sorry you're feeling down. For what it's worth, I think you're a terrific writer, and I like characters who make questionable decisions. They make me feel less alone in life.<br /><br />Hang in there... *hugs*M.J. Fifieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15626475963328519693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381195109897308034.post-40886715748998151122013-09-16T17:27:14.586+01:002013-09-16T17:27:14.586+01:00*HUGS*
I love Game On (and Radleigh) but you alre...*HUGS* <br />I love Game On (and Radleigh) but you already know this. :)<br />I think you're an awesome writer!!!Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04526192448146446752noreply@blogger.com