Things haven't been all plain sailing round here, meaning my writing has been pushed back somewhat. My wife was off work for a protracted period of time with anxiety, due to various issues which are too lengthy to go into here. We've been spending a lot of time together which has been good for us and the kids, including three mini holidays in two weeks! She's now starting to get back on a part-time basis, taking one day at a time, and I've been getting back into writing and blogging - though feeling rather rusty.
I completed the first draft of my novella, still untitled, last week. It came to about 29,000 words, although most of the four months' drafting seemed to be spent on the last couple of thousand. So I'm glad that's out of my system, and I'm pushing ahead with edits on Black & White, which I hope to have ready for release around January or February.
Although it's short notice, I would MASSIVELY appreciate it if you could help out with the official launch which I'm planning for next Tuesday, 1st October. You don't have to do a lot - if you sign up, I'll send out all the information for a post in the next few days. If you can't do next Tuesday, any brief mention during the week would be great - Tweets, FB, etc etc. Thank you!!
I'll leave you with one of the pictures from our adventures over the summer - me and Eve at Mount Rushmore. No, we're not giants, and yes, that is the Lego Mount Rushmore!
45 comments:
Sorry to hear about your wife. Glad she is doing better.
Cool about the editing! Be happy to help you spread the word.
Glad your wife is doing better, and that you were able to have some good quality time together. That's important.
Congratulations with the editing! I'll be glad to help out with the launch!
It's amazing all the things that slow us down on the road to writing and reaching other goals. Glad to hear you finished a novella and are starting an editing business. I signed up to help the launch. I could see how your British English could be helpful for an American author wanting to publish in the UK markets. Good luck.
Sorry you've had some stuff in your life-- I certainly can relate there. But glad you got some family time. That's wonderful.
All the best to you with your editing launch! YAY!
Congratulations on the new gig! I hope things improve significantly and that your wife gets to feeling better. That's a Lego Mt. Rushmore?? Cool!
Shannon at The Warrior Muse
I wish you great success. Can you bottle some of that ambition and send it my way?
Lee
Tossing It Out
Anxiety is the worst. So sorry to hear that your wife's been dealing with that, but I'm glad she's finally doing a little better!
Also, congrats on wrapping up the first draft of your novella! Congrats on the freelance editing business as well--what a cool service to offer! Wishing you the best of luck with all this. :)
Hope things go back to normal soonest. Glad to help on the launch. Can't believe October is around the corner.
Sorry things have been crazy! If you need any more help with Black and White or with your novella, just let me know - I'd love to help!
Congrats on the editing services! I might have to use them at some point. :)
Sometimes good things come out of bad luck. I'm sure you're feeling its nice to be writing again. I hope the editing business works out well.
......dhole
Good to see you back--I'm glad things are going well for you, and that your wife is doing better!
Sorry to hear about your wife, but glad to hear she's doing better. I'm sure the time together did all of you some good. And good luck with the editing!!!
Best of luck with the new venture. Nice to see you back, I'm glad your wife is doing better.
Good to hear things are settling down for you all. Good luck with everything, and welcome back!
Oh, and love Legos! :)
Glad your wife is doing better. Hugs!
Great to hear about your new editing business adventure, best of luck, Nick :)
Your summer sounds like mine. It's been rough, and we're only now pulling out of the muck. I'll keep positive thoughts for you and your family.
I'm definitely there with the launch! Anything to help. Glad you're pursuing the whole editing thing. I think that's wonderful.
Good luck on the editing, I'll give you a mention on the blog next week. Hope your wife continues to improve!
Sorry to hear about your wife, hope she is feeling better. Spending time with your family is always fun and it sounds like you managed to pack a few things in. Happy to help spread the word.
Wish you heaps success. Would like to highlight about your services on my craft site one day.
Sorry about your wife, glad she's okay.
Nas
Oh I'm sorry to hear about your wife having troubles. I'm sending her lots and lots of positive thoughts and vibes her way and hope things start looking up for you all soon. (: Congratulations on starting your own editing service! How exciting and I'll be more than happy to help you spread the word!
I'm glad your wife is doing better. I hope things are going in a better direction...they look like they are. Good luck on your business. I'm sure it'll be a success.
What a darling picture in front of the Legos. So sorry to hear that your wife has been having problems, I struggle with anxiety myself and can relate to her. Sending good wishes to you all!
And I'm very happy to help out with your launch - how exciting! I've no doubt your business will be a huge success. :)
Alex - Thanks! Good of you. :)
L.G. - Thanks! She's doing a bit better.
Shell - Thanks. I hadn't thought of it that way.
Julie - Thanks!
Shannon - Thanks. It's at LegoLand in Windsor.
Arlee - Thanks, interesting idea!
Heather - Thanks. I'm nervous but excited!
Joy - We're getting there. This year has been quick!
Krista - Thanks! I'd love to have you look through it again.
Donna - Thanks, I kind of have time to do it now Eve is in school.
Lara - Thanks!
Tonja - It was good to get away because it was away from problems for a bit. Thanks!
Jeff, Madeline, S.K. - Thanks!
Susan - Sending good vibes to your whole family too. I like the idea of being self-employed, so this seemed the natural way to go.
Sara - Thanks for the help!
Suzanne - It was busy but fun. We also went camping twice, to a festival and to a field with lots of dogs (we recently got a rescue dog and this was a get together for the organisation). That was interesting!
Nas - Thanks for the offer to showcase my services!
Elise - Thanks! It's a complicated situation, to do with treatment from the managers - luckily things have changed since she's been away.
Medeia - Thanks for your kind words.
Julie - It's been really difficult but she wants to get better. Sorry to hear you suffer a similar problem. Thanks for the support!
Glad to hear your wife is doing better. And of course I'll help spread the word! I'm signed up. :) Love that legos picture!
Congrats on branching out and starting a new business. Dang scary. Good luck!
I'm glad your wife is doing better. I'll be praying for all of you.
Love the picture with lego Rushmore!!!!
And yes, I'll help out. Please e-mail me any details or a reminder.
Best of luck in your new endeavor, Nick :)
It's great you got some family time, even if the root cause wasn't ideal.
Good luck with the editing. I'll see if I can work something in regarding an announcement. ;)
Anxiety can be awful to cope with, I hope your wife is feeling a lot better soon.
I will definitely let people know about your editing service on Tuesday, both on my blog and on facebook. I hope it goes well for you, I am sure it will. If my editor is every out of action for any reason I may come running to you begging for assistance. :)
I'm really glad that your wife is doing better. And I'll be glad to help out with a post!
Hi Nick .. I saw the FB page - good for you and very good luck with it.
I'll definitely be rooting for you on the first and thereon ...
I do hope all things improve and life eases up a little - it's great to read you're supporting each other so much - as I know your wife does many things to help the family along ..
Good luck - cheers Hilary
It's good you were on hand to support your wife.
Congratulations on the new editing venture. Although I can't help out on my blog, I'll certainly be able to share on Facebook and Twitter. My blog is very busy with guests at the moment, and I want to give those guests enough exposure before moving on to the next.
wow...after everything you've all been through, I wish you all the luck for future endeavors :)
And count me in for next Tuesday :)
I hope your wife is doing okay, Nick.
Good luck with your new freelancing business. I wish I knew more about what you have in store for your big launch. =)
I also hope that your wife is feeling well. Love the adorable photo of you and your daughter! I'm excited about your new editing business, and I'm happy to help next week! All the best to you and your family Nick!
Julie
I love the Lego Mountains. Good luck with your new editing business. Have a nice weekend! :-)
Lego Mount Rushmore? AWESOME!! Good luck with your new business :)
Welcome back! I've been away for five weeks, so I'm just returning, too. I can't blog next Tuesday, but I made myself a note to check in over here that day, and I'll tweet, fb, etc. on that day for you. Good luck!
Lego Mount Rushmore-how cool is that!
Yes, welcome back Nick! You have been missed :D
Congrats and best wishes with your new business endeavor-you will do great!
I too hope your wife is doing better. I get anxiety, when my thyroid is off. I hope she is okay~
Congrats on finishing your novella. I hope things around you settle down soon, so you can get to writing more. :-)
I'm excited to hear about your new gig as a freelance editor. I happen to be looking for a proofreader/editor, so I'll be anxiously awaiting your launch. :-)
Sorry to hear of your wife, but am glad she's doing better.
I can help out either this Friday or the 11th to help you spread the word. Will that do? I hope so. :) I'd like to help.
Congratulations on the your editing business, Nick! :)
Hey Nick, I signed up now... I'll post on Friday 04th October.
And congrats on finishing your novella!
Good luck with your new business venture! I'm sure that you'll do well!
I'm sending you and your wife a massive boost of positivity all the way across the blogosphere------ WHOOSH --------
Writer In Transit
I didn't get signed up for this in time for the launch today, Nick, but I'll definitely be giving you a shout out on my blog in the coming days. :)
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