What was the first book you read after you completed your novel? Do you remember? Was it a different reading experience for you?I guess every reading experience is different, but the Hunger Games was my first read after I finished my own manuscript.
I was amazed at the new details that stood out to me. The POV. The present tense. The clever way Suzanne Collins weaves through passages of time - but always keeps us ever present. The unique, simple descriptions. The dialog staying true to every character. The internal dialog. Powerful action sequences and the nail biting moments of suspense (I guess that's pretty much the whole novel!).
It was amazing! A completely different experience than it would have been had I read it a year ago before I started this writing adventure.
I've learned so much about writing by -- well, writing. :) And of course blogging is a huge part of that. I've learned a lot from your posts and from my own posts and getting feedback from you. But unfortunately, I'm going to take a break for a while. There are a few demands outside the blogosphere that deserve more attention. And if I ever do get a moment to myself, I know I'll be working on my WIP.
The more involved I become in Blogging, the more time I want to dedicate to it. And I just can't squeeze more hours from the day.
I feel like my 'season' for blogging will circle back around and I'll definitely be riding that train! But for now, I'll wave goodbye to you all from the station and wish you the very best on your blogging adventures. Thank you for the help you've given me and I look forward to checking out your blogs from time to time!
It's been a Pleasure!
--Sara
