Welcome back to the States, Kat! I hope you're getting settled. I love this piece because it has already sparked ideas for me to consume more...but with intention! My son is the gamer in the family, and he loves BG3, so I want to get his thoughts on your write up (and I'm fortunate that he'll humor me by talking about writing with me. :) ).
My writing wrap up: well, I didn't write much fiction at all after about March, though I did have a renewed bump in September/October. I have this idea I've been toying with, and shelving, for years, and I just can't seem to give it any legs.
BUT...I have been writing more regularly on Substack. I started a new series called Tennis is Life where I talk about things I've learned from learning to play tennis as an adult and how what I've learned on the court translates to life off the court. It's the first time I've really felt like what I'm writing has my heart in it and even though 2024 was an exceedingly busy year for me, I looked forward to taking the time to do my articles every 10-14 days or so. Anyway, it's good and I'm excited.
AND Then...you put out a post about last minute gifts a few weeks ago. I read through that and immediately bought Story Genius (so my husband could give it to me for Christmas ha!). I have been devouring this book this week and am making some great headway on understanding my protagonist from my original novel so that I can do a re-write (that's what I was working on the first part of 2024) with some heart.
Needless-to-say, I'm energized about writing right now, and you're a big part of that, Kat. So, thank you! I'm disappointed that I'll miss the virtual write-in next week, but we'll be traveling so I'll get the next one!
This has been a self-indulgent comment from me, but I do appreciate what I've learned from you and it's great to hear from you. I'm excited about your book update, and can't wait for what 2025 has in store!
I am SO happy to be back and in touch with you again, Kristy! I’d also love to hear your son’s thoughts on BG3.
Thrilled to hear that Story Genius has been a useful resource. I also have a novel I shelved several years ago that (time willing!) I’ll be returning to later this year. John Henry Fleming has a great essay about revision and returning to old work. If this is something you’re interested in, you can check out the essay here: https://www.theheadlightreview.com/highbeams/fleming-i-didnt-write-this
Virtual events are definitely something I want to prioritize in 2025. Hope we can meet at the next one. Thank you as always for your kind words. Excited for what 2025 will bring you and your writing life.
Welcome back to the States, Kat! I hope you're getting settled. I love this piece because it has already sparked ideas for me to consume more...but with intention! My son is the gamer in the family, and he loves BG3, so I want to get his thoughts on your write up (and I'm fortunate that he'll humor me by talking about writing with me. :) ).
My writing wrap up: well, I didn't write much fiction at all after about March, though I did have a renewed bump in September/October. I have this idea I've been toying with, and shelving, for years, and I just can't seem to give it any legs.
BUT...I have been writing more regularly on Substack. I started a new series called Tennis is Life where I talk about things I've learned from learning to play tennis as an adult and how what I've learned on the court translates to life off the court. It's the first time I've really felt like what I'm writing has my heart in it and even though 2024 was an exceedingly busy year for me, I looked forward to taking the time to do my articles every 10-14 days or so. Anyway, it's good and I'm excited.
AND Then...you put out a post about last minute gifts a few weeks ago. I read through that and immediately bought Story Genius (so my husband could give it to me for Christmas ha!). I have been devouring this book this week and am making some great headway on understanding my protagonist from my original novel so that I can do a re-write (that's what I was working on the first part of 2024) with some heart.
Needless-to-say, I'm energized about writing right now, and you're a big part of that, Kat. So, thank you! I'm disappointed that I'll miss the virtual write-in next week, but we'll be traveling so I'll get the next one!
This has been a self-indulgent comment from me, but I do appreciate what I've learned from you and it's great to hear from you. I'm excited about your book update, and can't wait for what 2025 has in store!
I am SO happy to be back and in touch with you again, Kristy! I’d also love to hear your son’s thoughts on BG3.
Thrilled to hear that Story Genius has been a useful resource. I also have a novel I shelved several years ago that (time willing!) I’ll be returning to later this year. John Henry Fleming has a great essay about revision and returning to old work. If this is something you’re interested in, you can check out the essay here: https://www.theheadlightreview.com/highbeams/fleming-i-didnt-write-this
Virtual events are definitely something I want to prioritize in 2025. Hope we can meet at the next one. Thank you as always for your kind words. Excited for what 2025 will bring you and your writing life.
Happy New Year!