Friday, June 11, 2010

Today's Forecast.

Today's Forecast: WiP#3 has some sunny skies as new ideas of setting shine through the clouds. There is a storm brewing on WiP #1, ideas are pouring in. The air became unsettled as changes for my MCs occur. The first chapters are changing with a possibility of a cold front moving in.

That's right many things are happening. I said revisions are going slow but ideas are swirling. It's amazing how a few days away from revising can really put things in perspective.

Yesterday, family day took us to the beach which set off lightening bolts in the idea part of my brain. Both WiPs thundering their thoughts.

Change of scenery can cause a new brainstorm. Yesterday proved that. I've been thinking of a certain setting for WiP#3 but now that may change. Everything started to fall into place as I sat on the beach watching the ocean and feeling the breeze. It looks like that's where it may take place.

Weather has an influence on my writing too. WiP #1 takes place in the winter. So, I think that's why revisions are going slow.  My CPs are keeping the ideas going though--the brainstorming sessions are priceless. After some feedback, stuff has been flying around in my head to the point of dizziness. Plus my MCs for WiP #1 are really vocal and will not stop repeating scenes in my head. (I'm not crazy, right?).

WiP #3 didn't have a specific season but as of yesterday summer could work very well. The characters really showed themselves to me and it looked good. I think I may try and outline this one. We will see how that works out because I'm a panster.

Does weather (seasons) influence your writing?

Do your surroundings (setting) effect your writing?

Have you tried to change your appraoch to starting a WiP? (ex.if you are a panster have you tried to outline?)

Another short one. Have a great weekend!