I Am Writer

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Ann Roth

One of my favorite things about creating stories to share with you is the magic that seemingly springs out of the blue.

So I’m writing away, working from a synopsis, which is like a road map that tells me where I should go in order to reach that optimistic ending that is the payoff for all the suffering I put my characters through. Oh, yeah, I so enjoy making them suffer. :- )

As I labor to bring the story in my head to life on the page, suddenly the plot takes a turn I never planned for. Always an enjoyable surprise. Or the characters take charge and speak or act in totally unexpected and unanticipated ways. I love when this happens! Mind you, I don’t let them veer off on tangents too far removed from their story. Otherwise, you readers tend get frustrated–and so do I.

But when I trust them enough to give them free rein, amazing things happen. For that, I am beyond grateful.

I love my job, and it’s time I got back to it and let the magic unfold.

Wishing you magic, and until next time,

Ann

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Don’t Forget Your Common Sense

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Ann Roth

The experts say to follow your heart. I agree… As long as common sense play some part.

In my experience, relying only on my rational brain and ignoring what my heart wants takes me in the wrong direction. So does following my heart without some degree of mental processing. Not too much mental stuff, though, or I just might talk myself out of what really is best for my happiness and well-being.

A combination of both usually leads me down the right path.

How do I know how much of each to listen to? For that, I rely on instinct, aka that good old gut feeling. Does whatever I’m considering feel “right” in my gut, or do I feel queasy, tense or ill-at-ease? I don’t always pay enough attention to those gut feelings, and when I ignore them, I often end up in trouble.

Food for thought, for sure.

Until next time,

Ann

Fun Contest!

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Ann Roth

I’m participating in a super cool contest. You can win 29 books by 29 authors!!!! Go to www.susanmallery.com/contest.php for a chance to win all these #books!

Until next time,

Ann

Resoultions, Anyone?

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Ann Roth

Do you have resolutions for the new year? I used to… Now I make them whenever I feel the need.

I read somewhere that only 8% of people who make those resolutions follow through and stick to them. I’m not sure if that’s correct. Maybe the number is even lower.

If you’re interested in being part of the 8%, here are 10 tips from WikiHow (I have abbreviated them):

1. Realize that Is Just another day…
2. Pinpoint your most realistic resolutions…
3. Write them down…
4. Focus on one change at a time…
5. Use positive language…
6. Make change gradual…
7. Get support…
8. Review your progress…
9. Build on your resolutions…
10. Celebrate!…

For more info, visit http://bit.ly/1H7P5ce .

Until next time,

Ann