And so it begins ...

Apologies for being so quiet, but I've had a busy six weeks. The first week in February, saw me complete my manuscript for my September book, 'Christmas Wishes at the Lakeside Cottage' which I submitted to my editor. The completion of a book for me is quite frantic as my brain throws up last minute ideas, some of which are too good to ignore, but need a final reworking to accommodate them. After which, I dived straight into structural edits for my July book, 'Summer Dreams at the Lakeside Cottage'. I'll be honest, I thought my brain was going to fall out of my ear by completion. It's amazing how much information your brain retains during the process of writing and restructuring which you need to 'download' afterwards to clear your thoughts. Which is all part of the process, but still it took me three days of reading, sleeping and general interests before I wasn't revisiting the 'Lakeside cottage' in my head. The nearest thing I can compare it to is exam study and prep - you immerse yourself in the subject/process and afterwards have to readjust and rejuvenate.

Anyway, after a whole week of creative pursuits and dog walks - the little grey cells started to churn. I actually can't help it - its what my brain does and I love it! My brain is currently in the woozy stage of pure imagination! Last Monday, I began to jot down ideas for a new plot and character cast so hopefully come next week, I'll begin writing a synopsis and possibly, chapter one.  

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