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!