Every novel is difficult, of course. In last week’s newsletter, I mentioned that I’d tell the story of the difficult novel I just finished (or “finished,” rather), The Letters, which I spent about seven years writing, and which I thought was done numerous times. Only to discover it wasn’t. Of course.
I love rewriting even if I'm haphazard about it, and currently it's hard because of caretaking responsibilities. Now every time I sit down I struggle to find my way back into the story. It's like starting all over again. That video of the kiddo skiing is one my favs!
Thanks, I needed to read this. Also The Art of Brevity just made it to New Zealand, and I am looking forward to reading it.
“Keep writing to understand yourself.” Thank you, Grant. Again, sage words I will return to on an as needed basis.
I love rewriting even if I'm haphazard about it, and currently it's hard because of caretaking responsibilities. Now every time I sit down I struggle to find my way back into the story. It's like starting all over again. That video of the kiddo skiing is one my favs!
Love this. “the haphazard part of my process leads me to discover things I might not discover if I were more methodical.”