Ten Cool Things I learned While Writing SHANTY GOLD

10. After three hours in front of a computer, my butt hurts.So You Wanna be a Writer

 

9. After six hours in front of a computer, I want to drink profusely.

 

8. The subjects I can write about are infinite.

 

7. Blogs are a lot more fun than novels.

 

6. I cannot outline a novel. I’ve tried. I just can’t do it.

 

5. Because some of my best ideas come in dreams.

 

4. If I could outline a novel, it would take half the time.

 

3. Fear of failure is greater than fear of success.

 

2. Cover design is a pain in the ass, but (artist) Genene Valleau is an angel.

 

AND FINALLY, NUMBER ONE:

 

1. When someone says they love my writing, my heart sings!