I Resolve…
…to not make a list of New Year’s resolutions. BUT, if I were of a mind to do so, there are a few writing NOT resolutions I could list.
I would NOT:
- begin a new book based solely on a first line
- begin a new book based solely on a last line
- write myself into a corner
- let my 1880’s cowboy shout, “Awesome, man!”, no matter how much he pleads to do so
- plot a story while removing something from the oven—brainstorming and 350 degrees–not a good idea
- create a bad guy with no redeeming quality
- create a good guy with no imperfection
- giggle while writing a (perfectly innocent) romantic scene
- stare open-mouthed at the person walking toward me in the mall because he/she has to be the identical twin of my hero/heroine
- give myself another writing deadline for the busy month of December
So, what are your NOT resolutions for 2010? Happy New Year!
Sandra Ardoin
As an author of heartwarming historical and contemporary romance, Sandra Ardoin engages readers with page-turning stories of love and faith. Rarely out of reach of a book, she's also an armchair sports enthusiast, country music listener, and seldom says no to eating out.