Recent edits to my WIP included big changes to one of the characters. They either had to be killed or wooed to the dark side to make an integral conflict of the story work. Then out of the blue came the brilliant idea to make them alive or good again, but only after a severe loss or punishment.
Just FYI, this is a paranormal romance which makes bringing them back to life much easier. I opted for good guy/bad guy/good guy; mainly to keep the emotions of the heroine towards angry than sad.
Instead of bringing him to the good side with a loss I chose a severe punishment. He's an archangel with an attitude. The hero adjusted this guys attitude (don't want to give away too much) and now believes in him whole-hearted...because they find out they are brothers. The heroine doesn't know this so she remains leery of him up to the final conflict when he proves his loyalty and trust to her. There are BIG twists at the end that will please and tease.
Do you punish your characters? If so, how?
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Oh My STARS!
The Launchpad STAR Newsletter is back! It's a bit different from previous issues as I am using new software, but it will be packed full of great articles...preferable some from our STARS!I am taking submissions for the July newsletter starting today through 7/28/09. Submissions must come with permission to share content, a short bio of the author, and a picture and link to the author would be an added bonus.
Submit to: sissimclaughin(at)yahoo(.)com or leave me a message here. If you wish to sign up for the STAR newsletter you can shoot me an email with the subject line "STAR News", and you will be added to the mailing list.
Thanks!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
I Have Diva Balls
Got balls? I do. That's right, Diva Balls. I played with them for most of Saturday. I sunk them, I rolled them, I lobbed them, pitched them, and putted them. It was so much fun that I nearly forgot how hot it was on the course. What? I'm talking about golf balls people!
You see, today is mine and my hubster's 7th anniversary. Yes, we've been together for 12, but due to...powers that be, we were unable to marry right away. Blah, blah, blah. Long story short, my hubster loves to golf. He never goes because he feels bad for leaving me home with the boys while he's off playing. I don't understand this because I take off once a month for my writing group with no guilt whatsoever of leaving him with the boys.
My solution to his golf woes was to start going with him. I didn't think I would enjoy too much, and as I did the first time, then this time--on a full 18--I have become addicted. My hubster bought me clubs, the bag, the glove, the whole nine, and best of all...Diva balls.
We had a wonderful weekend. Saturday we golfed, talked, went out for dinner, went to see The Proposal, and for a moment we were reminded how awesome we are together. Then the babysitters left, Bam wouldn't go back to sleep, and morning rolled around faster than I wanted. Today we shared our anniversary and Father's Day with family. We caught a glimpse of our oldest child--then we blinked and he was gone again; swam at my SIL's house; ate some great food; ate some more great food; came home to relax which included me putting together our new lanai furniture by our pool in the blazing heat; then kicking back to enjoy a chilled glass of wine. One shower, a Diet Dr. Pepper, two bottles for Bam, and a sleeping child later, I am ready for bed myself.
You see, today is mine and my hubster's 7th anniversary. Yes, we've been together for 12, but due to...powers that be, we were unable to marry right away. Blah, blah, blah. Long story short, my hubster loves to golf. He never goes because he feels bad for leaving me home with the boys while he's off playing. I don't understand this because I take off once a month for my writing group with no guilt whatsoever of leaving him with the boys.
My solution to his golf woes was to start going with him. I didn't think I would enjoy too much, and as I did the first time, then this time--on a full 18--I have become addicted. My hubster bought me clubs, the bag, the glove, the whole nine, and best of all...Diva balls.
We had a wonderful weekend. Saturday we golfed, talked, went out for dinner, went to see The Proposal, and for a moment we were reminded how awesome we are together. Then the babysitters left, Bam wouldn't go back to sleep, and morning rolled around faster than I wanted. Today we shared our anniversary and Father's Day with family. We caught a glimpse of our oldest child--then we blinked and he was gone again; swam at my SIL's house; ate some great food; ate some more great food; came home to relax which included me putting together our new lanai furniture by our pool in the blazing heat; then kicking back to enjoy a chilled glass of wine. One shower, a Diet Dr. Pepper, two bottles for Bam, and a sleeping child later, I am ready for bed myself.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Girl Fight!
I was never a huge fan of UFC and MMA, but would watch it if my other shows were not on. In the midst of re-run channel surfing I happened upon an MMA fight. Holy cow I was never so jealous of the adrenaline and physical endurance since I left the Marine Corps. I use to be fabulously fit and thin...even shortly after I was still very athletic in keeping my weight off and staying toned. Then life happened, someone else's life; some woman with a husband and two kids, bills, work, schooling, and everything else except physical training. Yep, it got to me. So now I am an avid fan of the MMA/UFC fighting (what!? You thought I was going to say and avid workout/runner? Hah!). Especially with women such as Gina Carano and Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos representing. Come August, this will be the highest profile woman’s fight in the sport’s history. Check it out! Girl Fight
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Burning Up
Today I am burning up the keyboard with writing. AD is coming along great and I have had some wonderful feedback. My goal count (pages) for today was 5, but I'm bumping it to ten. Watch out 'cause I am on fire!
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