I have to confess when October was coming to a close, and I thought I would dive headfirst into writing a full-length novel for this year’s NaNoWriMo; boy, was I wrong.
I had no idea what I would write besides fiction, no plot, no character outline, and no idea what I was doing. Jumping into the deep end, it’s no wonder I quickly fell out of sync with working on my “novel.”
On top of everything else going on in the world, Salt Lake City, and my personal life, I figured out that I didn’t have the gumpf to write a novel right now; instead, I ended up writing a couple of short stories and a few poems.
What I do have written for this year’s NaNoWriMo (a measly 6k) could be a good start. Although I was trying not to write anything spooky, I get the impression; it will most likely be a psychological thriller/ghost story.
What else have I been up to?
I finished reading Lovecraft Country, and it was great! A fun read that had good plot twists and a range of captivating characters.
Moog Theremini
I bought one, finally, a theremin. After a few months of researching, I decided to get the Moog Theremini because it’s easy to tune, comes with a built-in speaker, and can connect easily with my DAW for recording. Plus, it has 32 presets of classic Moog synth sounds, which are excellent. This has been tons of fun learning how to play it and make some incredibly versatile sounds that I plan on using.
Currently Reading
The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami
Murakami is probably one of the most talented contemporary writers in the world. His stories blend isolation and a hint of the otherworldly in his unique style.
I decided to pick up this chunky 600-something-page book and give it a shot. I’m already a sixth of the way through, and it’s an absorbing read. I’ve read other works by Murakami, but I can understand why this book is one people highly recommend when discussing his work.
Beta Reads
I am available for Beta Reads if anyone is looking for feedback on their poems, short stories, novellas, and novels. I read a slew of genres, including Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Romance, Literary, Mystery, Horror, and Thriller. Feel free to contact me through Fiverr if you’re interested in my services.
To my subscribers, expect more poems! I am dredging the hundreds of poems I’ve written and published on this blog. I’ve been handpicking select poems just for you while I brainstorm up writing tips. As usual, don’t hesitate to respond or strike up a conversation with me. I love discussing poetry, writing, and literature.
Have a wonderful week, and stay safe out there!
