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As I said in my previous IWSG post, this past month would be an important one, and it was. I just passed 74,000 words, which is a number I'm quite proud of. I have two chapters left in Archanum Manor. The first one is huge because it's right in the middle of the climax. The second, will be a short resolution and wrap up. I can finally see the end and I'm pushing to finish by this coming weekend.
I know many of you are starting the April A to Z Challange, which is a huge commitment. So I'll keep this short and just update you on my progress. Once I finish this first draft and do a full read through, I'll go back and edit the third book, Doria Falls. During that time, Archanum Manor will be sent to a few beta readers. When I finish the Doria Falls edits, I'll have the distance I need to dive back into Archanum Manor and clean it up. I still have a lot of work ahead of me, but it doesn't feel much like work anymore.
I'd like to leave you with another song I recently added to my Archanum Manor playlist, one I've listened to a lot this month while writing. But I've been listening to the album version and ran across this beautifully haunting acoustic version by accident. But as Mr. Gordon would say, accidents don't just happen. I was meant to find this song tonight. It fits the tone of the book so very perfectly. Take a few minutes for yourself and enjoy the sublimely melodic duet.
Two more chapters to go! And I bet they are easy, as you'll be racing for the end.
ReplyDeleteCongratulation on 74,000 words. It’s good to hear that your writing process is going well and that you are having fun with it. Your playlist sounds cool and this video is a nice find.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck on getting 'er done and congrats on what you've done so far.
ReplyDeleteWork that doesn't feel like work is the best kind! Congrats on nearing the end.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your progress!
ReplyDeleteThat's great that you're making progress in your writing!
ReplyDeleteI just love this feeling when I can actually see the end coming, good luck with all your projects.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your current progress, and good luck with the future.
ReplyDeleteHip hip hooray for your accomplishments!! Wow, that is a well thought out plan ahead too. I wish I could be this organized. Love Linkin Park; and so glad to hear something that Chester and Rob harmonize on; really shows off both their vocal range.
ReplyDeleteHave a good month Michael.
Wow! 74,000 words is great progress! Congratulations on only having two chapters to go, and good luck with wrapping things up!
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