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  • James R Dummett Nov 22, 2009 @ 6:02 am | delete
    Hello, First let me say what a great article this was to read. I have been writing novels since age 10. It all started when my 5th grade teacher told us to write as if we were ancient Americans. We were only supposed to write 3 paragraphs but I handed a 20 page mini novel. I had to read it in front of the whole class and from that moment on I had the thirst to write. I have probably written about 8 novels total since then. I am currently working on a new novel that personally I feel is my best work. For this story I use my dreams as my marker board. I was just wondering, is this good or bad? I don't go to bed and plan on continuing the story but when I wake up I remember about one scene in full detail and I write it down right away. Usually the dreams can't be connected to my story at first glance but while showering I begin to see where it fits later in the story. It almost is never in correct order. If the chapters are close enough I just sit down and create a filler.

    My main question to all this is, Should I wait till I dream out my whole book or continue to write fillers (which is good material but not from a dream) ?

    Please contact me at dummett88@gmail.com
  • triathlontraining Sep 23, 2008 @ 2:46 pm | delete
    Great job! I have a great deal of respect for writers, especially fiction writers.
  • Jewelsofawe Sep 19, 2008 @ 2:43 pm | delete
    Great lens! 5*
  • JeanSFleming Sep 15, 2008 @ 8:23 am | delete
    Today's writing: revised a chapter and moved forward about 1 page. I think I'm at the halfway mark -- 151 pages.
  • qlcoach Sep 14, 2008 @ 6:33 pm | delete
    Wonderful, informative lens. Thanks for sharing it. I live in Grants Pass, Oregon by the way. I appreciate your interaction at our publishing club. Feel free to join our Book Readers Club Online. Sincerely: Gary Eby, author and therapist.
  • cappuccino136 Sep 14, 2008 @ 6:13 pm | delete
    Some good advice and resources. Thank you!
  • gods_grace_notes Sep 12, 2008 @ 2:05 pm | delete
    I love magical publication stories, so I can't wait to hear more about that angle.

    Writing is also one of my passions, and have found your info nudging me back to my long buried story that's nearing completion...

    Thanks for the insight, and practical advice.
    Welcome to Squidoo!
    You've Been Peeped By a Giant Squid!
  • PetMemorialWorld Sep 12, 2008 @ 7:48 am | delete
    I look forward to a "my first novel" lens ;)
  • Joan4 Sep 11, 2008 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    Very informative! I have worked mostly in non-fiction, but your advice fits that type of writing also. I have always been told "write every day". 3 pages is a good pacer. Thank you!
  • OhMe Sep 11, 2008 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    Lots of great info for aspiring writers. I enjoyed reading it. 5*

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