Stories in Backlog
Hi all! I’ve reached a milestone. Back in February 2021, I tried an experiment where I would complete a certain number of stories before I published them. I have 10 stories ready to go to my editor. I’ve also completed the first draft of an 11th. Finally, sitting in the back of my mind is a 12th, but I’m having difficulty making it work.
The stories for my collection have changed as I’ve learned more about the craft of writing. I decided to give my editor a break from those stories and sent her one of my novellas for developmental editing. I’ve already created a blurb and found 5 possible covers. This story is more of a mystery and not supernatural horror. I really delve into the lives of the characters and try to make the reader feel what they are going through. I will publish this story before the collection.
Since I don’t have any stories in my head, which is weird, it’s time to focus on the dreaded marketing aspect. I have to learn this if I want to put the books in the reader’s hands. I expect I’ll be publishing for at least a year until the 10 stories are out. I have to admit I can’t wait to publish them. They’ve been sitting with me for far too long. Take care!
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