Here I sit listening to a spot of Radiohead after putting together an odd little flash regarding entomology. Not the sort of thing I would normally consider but after coming across this site I thought I'd give it a go. Hell, why not, costs me nothing except a bit of time after all. For those wishing to join me in this odd challenge here is the link : http://www.unlikely-story.com/fiction-submissions/
I figured its about time I had a good way of approaching my writing. There is always a mix of editing, creating and subbing. It's an awkward balance and for about the last year and a half I've been beavering away on my folders and transforming a lot of old toot into something half decent. I think I've almost caught up (except for the two novels which will go on and on no doubt) and at last I can really dedicate myself to scribing.
I find a simple way to get through the whole process. One day write, the next edit and sub anything ready or rejected. It's so easy yet it is all too simple to get bogged down. I recommend this method to anyone who struggles to get organised and believe me I am the king of chaos and excuses!
This month has been a bit flat on the acceptances front. Rejections are part of any writer's life but they do seem to be breeding this month. The good thing is though occasionally you get some feedback as to where the piece is going wrong. These are nuggets of gold and you should take note especially if the advice gets repeated. However, I did get a pdf copy of blood moon rising with my sinister poem disintegration sitting nicely at the end. I quite like the end, it's the last thing you remember...
Talking of poetry we had a great little session at the Hazlitt Arts Centre last night. It really looks like we're going places. There is almost certainly going to be a collaboration between the poets and some local artists which will culminate in an exhibition at the museum. I have worked on an online venture before and the results are great. Here's a little taste of what can happen and if you search the archives you'll find a few more of my efforts :) http://www.getsparked.org/spark11/cat-ross-and-gary-hewitt
There is also talk of a trip to Dover for a reading set and it certainly appeals to me. Last nights poetry session centred around memory and we certainly rattled our brain boxes to discover some good source material. This will all tie in nicely for the exhibition work we are looking at. Like I said exciting times and watch this space for more developments as they happen.
Adieu for now :)
I figured its about time I had a good way of approaching my writing. There is always a mix of editing, creating and subbing. It's an awkward balance and for about the last year and a half I've been beavering away on my folders and transforming a lot of old toot into something half decent. I think I've almost caught up (except for the two novels which will go on and on no doubt) and at last I can really dedicate myself to scribing.
I find a simple way to get through the whole process. One day write, the next edit and sub anything ready or rejected. It's so easy yet it is all too simple to get bogged down. I recommend this method to anyone who struggles to get organised and believe me I am the king of chaos and excuses!
This month has been a bit flat on the acceptances front. Rejections are part of any writer's life but they do seem to be breeding this month. The good thing is though occasionally you get some feedback as to where the piece is going wrong. These are nuggets of gold and you should take note especially if the advice gets repeated. However, I did get a pdf copy of blood moon rising with my sinister poem disintegration sitting nicely at the end. I quite like the end, it's the last thing you remember...
Talking of poetry we had a great little session at the Hazlitt Arts Centre last night. It really looks like we're going places. There is almost certainly going to be a collaboration between the poets and some local artists which will culminate in an exhibition at the museum. I have worked on an online venture before and the results are great. Here's a little taste of what can happen and if you search the archives you'll find a few more of my efforts :) http://www.getsparked.org/spark11/cat-ross-and-gary-hewitt
There is also talk of a trip to Dover for a reading set and it certainly appeals to me. Last nights poetry session centred around memory and we certainly rattled our brain boxes to discover some good source material. This will all tie in nicely for the exhibition work we are looking at. Like I said exciting times and watch this space for more developments as they happen.
Adieu for now :)
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