Nearby woods on a wintry walk
I've recently started writing web-based non-fiction for the UK division of American online company, Demand Studios. I used to contribute articles a couple of years ago and was delighted to receive an invitation to write for them again. Although I still love writing fiction, I get paid for these fairly quickly and can choose a couple or more titles a week - if the subjects suit me! I also had an article accepted by Scottish Home & Country Magazine - I've contributed there before over the years.
So I guess I've been in more of a non-fiction mood for a week or so, although I'm trying to finish a contemporary novel, and I'm in the middle of judging short stories for a local schools competition sponsored by our writing group. I also managed to write and submit a new children's story, so I don't feel too guilty about taking time out to do some organising. Anyone else in clear-up and update mood?
Rosemary
16 comments:
The new look is very smart,Rosemary.
Thank you, Wendy! Kept changing my mind.
Yes, Rosemary I, too, am in organising and tidying up mode. I can see bits of desk appearing from under the paper piles and I'm ticking things off my to-do list. Next task is to update my website. I hope to get that done by tomorrow. Sometimes I reach a point when I can't do any writing until I've had a good 'redd-oot'
Oh I'd like a new look too! Not feeling quite brave enough to tackle it today - but soon, soon!
It looks lovely, Rosemary - very atmospheric :-) x
Looks really good,Rosemary!
I love the new look, Rosemary. Well done for your non-fiction achievements - it must be a useful and refreshing change to write articles as well as fiction.
I keep meaning to have a good claer-up, but everything is taking a back seat while I progress with my novella. I've done nothing else at all for a week and have managed to reach the halfway point now. I'm looking forward to sorting out all the short stories once it's finished. I've given myself until Friday when the girls break up for half-term to get it done. Fingers crossed and good luck with all your projects too. The weather certainly helps us focus on indoor pursuits! x
That's exactly how I feel about clearing out, Mary!
I go through this stage every so often, Joanne, but it does take time!
Thank you, Teresa!
Thanks, Myra!
Many thanks, Joanna. I can imagine you'll want to get to the end of the novella before tackling anything else - all best with that!
I do like the new look, Rosemary, especially the colour choice and background image.
Congratulations on the non-fiction work. It's clear 2013 is going to be a busy year for you. :-)
Background is very atmospheric and the side bars look great. Non-fiction writing can be a good intermediate income as usually more guaranteed return than fiction. I find it a relaxing change too, because somehow you invest less of your self in non-fiction and don't feel so open to criticisim, or maybe that's just me.
Thanks a lot, Carol - at least it will keep me out of mischief!
Many thanks, Tracy - and you're absolutely right about the difference with non-fiction.
It looks good, Rosemary.
Thanks, Patsy!
Your blog looks lovely Rosemary! I must make my blog look prettier, maybe in the spring.
Love that photo in the woods and like your new blog look - especially the quote on your header!
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