tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post3269555560114643209..comments2023-10-30T05:46:59.343-04:00Comments on The Doubting Writer: RecommittingJeffOhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07947660745120963286noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-21085890129356167342017-02-12T09:17:27.634-05:002017-02-12T09:17:27.634-05:00-Lexa-Perhaps the day will come, whether I've ...-Lexa-Perhaps the day will come, whether I've been 'trade published' or not, that I wish to be the author/editor/designer/chief cook and bottle washer for my own books. That day has not yet arrived. I'm still happy to write 'em, let Agent Carrie try to sell 'em, and let the (eventual) publisher deal with the rest.<br />More time to write: I've made more this week, yay!JeffOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07947660745120963286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-20009036723768648622017-02-10T07:46:24.725-05:002017-02-10T07:46:24.725-05:00Of the three CPs in my group who got agents (incl ...Of the three CPs in my group who got agents (incl me), two of us ended up firing them after about 2 years and are much happier on our own. One is hanging in with hers. She's gotten about 3 ms's to her and gotten long lists of suggestions with each - sometimes twice or three times. She gets demoralized, but hangs in like a trouper. Two of her ms's were subbed. It's now been 4 yrs and she has yet to publish anything while my other CP has 5 books out and I have 2. 'Nuf said.<br /><br />I don't think your reply to AW sounds smug. It sounds true.<br /><br />OMG - I *have* to watch CNN every day to see what new horrors are being inflicted on the US. It's like watching a terrible car accident in slow motion, yet I can't stop... Good luck finding more time to write! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735576044552810103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-49350479845173515732017-02-08T07:19:57.753-05:002017-02-08T07:19:57.753-05:00-Patrick--I think, though, it's still an escap...-Patrick--I think, though, it's still an escape of sorts. My current project is very much informed by current events, but slipping into that particular world, even as it reflects a "what could be," is still a form of stepping away from all the bitterness and blather. I'll have to stop by your blog, thanks for stopping by mine!<br />-Jemi--I'm glad you're finding your way again, and will hope for the best for you, personally and professionally.JeffOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07947660745120963286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-85946911142722373832017-02-07T18:57:15.952-05:002017-02-07T18:57:15.952-05:00I found myself worn out in the latter part of the ...I found myself worn out in the latter part of the year - between the world and a very tough 2016 on a personal level. I'm still fighting my way back into using my time productively and pushing through the exhaustion/depression/worn-out-ness/or whatever you want to call it. Getting there though! Writing is an escape for me and I'm glad it's filling me up again. Good luck to you!!Jemi Fraserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02214408467456320167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-21290754213378071582017-02-07T14:19:42.260-05:002017-02-07T14:19:42.260-05:00I usually use writing in the opposite way, I think...I usually use writing in the opposite way, I think, to examine reality and try to understand or cope with it better. I suppose sometimes I am escaping from the present to examine more universal themes and aspects of humanity or to look at the past. I hope all goes well for you in regaining some momentum. I know I struggle with it a lot.<br /><br />A request for brief creative help: https://intotheravenousmaw.blogspot.com/2017/02/a-request-for-creative-aid.html.Patrick Stahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09690555802232025818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-80174736594141151892017-02-07T06:33:06.596-05:002017-02-07T06:33:06.596-05:00-Donna-Yes,like a mini-vacation everyday! I don...-Donna-Yes,like a mini-vacation everyday! I don't think I've lost the joy of writing so much as I've chosen to allow myself to take an easier path (though watching the Bruins is not necessarily 'easier' for a fan these days, and I *do* feel guilty for enjoying GTA).<br />-Stacy--that's kind of my excuse, too!<br />-Nick--I agree. And I think 'escaping' from reality is fine, so long as it doesn't become a permanent withdrawal.<br />-Sheena-kay--I do find writing is entertaining for me; it's also harder than zoning in front of the TV or aggravating my carpal tunnel playing computer games. Time to get back to the more challenging form of entertainment!JeffOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07947660745120963286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-44645088235015962972017-02-06T18:45:38.705-05:002017-02-06T18:45:38.705-05:00Sometimes when writing becomes more of a job we do...Sometimes when writing becomes more of a job we do things to avoid it. That is unfortunate but we do gravitate to things that entertain us.Sheena-kay Grahamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712661419116636671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-63407497695304684522017-02-06T16:11:15.840-05:002017-02-06T16:11:15.840-05:00I think at times like this we need an escape more ...I think at times like this we need an escape more than ever. It doesn't mean we're not engaged with the world. My writing reflects my view of the world even if it doesn't take place on the one we're on now! Hope you can get re-energised.Nick Wilfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03841776353790635132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-44151403249210238632017-02-06T12:41:12.257-05:002017-02-06T12:41:12.257-05:00When I finally get STARTED writing, yeah, it's...When I finally get STARTED writing, yeah, it's an escape. It's the getting started. I don't know why I keep putting it off. Too many other "distractions" going on in my head, I assume. Which should be the perfect excuse to escape, right? Hmmm... Vicious circle.Stacy McKitrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07898731847653710759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8281000668036619727.post-52978762383916608432017-02-06T11:53:05.859-05:002017-02-06T11:53:05.859-05:00I like that--make it an escape. Yes! Sometimes whe...I like that--make it an escape. Yes! Sometimes when we turn something we enjoy into a "job" it can suck the joy out of that something. But we're writers, dang it! We have imaginations, right? Use it to fuel.<br /><br />*says the woman who is currently facing soooo many distractions. lol<br /><br />Good luck, Jeff!Donna K. Weaverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15763832177263927311noreply@blogger.com