Yesterday I added the much-needed conflict that was missing from the original version of my previously published romantic comedy novel, Polly’s Perilous Pleasures.
It was perfect. Deliciously grim. As of last night when I left my manuscript, the heroine’s heart had just been broken. So had the hero’s.
The scene was raw with anger, betrayal, sadness and misunderstanding. And now, this morning, it’s my job as a writer to fix it all--to somehow, beyond all logic or reason, craft a stunningly satisfying happily-ever-after ending from the bitter, painful shards that remain of a shattered relationship.
And you thought my job was easy. Ha!
Again..it's such a good thing that I don't write for a living. If it was dependent on me to reach a solution to a dilemma, ultimately, either the heroine or the hero would resolve the conflict by saying "Fuck it". My entire book could be wrapped up in 5 pages.
ReplyDeleteLOL! Maybe I'll try that approach with my next book, Cheryl. It would make things sooo much easier! :D
DeleteYes, I am confident that it would cut down on the amount of time and effort. Truly, if you ever need advice on how to do something half-assed, I'm your girl.
DeleteThanks, Cheryl, but I'm already an expert at half-assery. ;-)
DeleteDid you kill somebody off? Have the hero run over the heroine's pug? (Not like anyone could tell cause they already look like road kill.) I know!!! The hero accidentally slept with the heroine's father who's a drag performer named Kitty Klapp but it was a case of displaced amnesia and bowel cramping!!!
ReplyDelete(I am a writer and obviously need meds.)
I'm making note of all your ideas for future reference, Lori. BTW, I don't think you're in need of meds...I think perhaps you've already been dipping into them! LOL
DeleteEvery SINGLE time I sit to write my novel I think "what the hell have I gotten myself into" - this is the TOUGHEST job, ever.
ReplyDeleteIt's true, it is--BUT, it's also the best job ever! :D
Deleteoh yes!
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