Author: Alex Diaz-Granados
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Writer’s Shop Talk: Outline THIS!
“Reunion: Coda” intertwines Jim’s high school and college professor years, exploring his emotional journey towards love. The narrative follows Jim’s struggles with unexpressed feelings for Marty, his romance with Maddie during his teaching career, and eventual reconciliation of his past. It emphasizes personal growth, emotional conflict, and unconventional romantic resolutions.
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Chilly Autumn Day in Madison, New Hampshire
On October 8, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the author describes a sunny yet chilly autumn day with a current temperature of 58°F and a forecast low of 40°F. A walk on Huttwill Drive is noted while reflecting on the beauty of the area, despite contemplating the impending cold and first frost warning.
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Writer’s Shop Talk: Setting the Stage for the ‘First Time’
In this excerpt from “Reunion: Coda,” the author describes the setting where Jim and Maddie take their relationship to “the next level.”
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Musings on a Cold, Rainy New England Monday Morning
On a gray and rainy autumn Monday in Madison, New Hampshire, the author reflects on the gloomy weather, noting a temperature of 52°F and off-and-on rain throughout the day. They compare it to the chaos of Hurricane Milton in Florida, indicating relief at their current location. The weekend was uneventful, consisting of routine activities, including…
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Weekend Update, Part the First…and the State of the Novel
On October 6, 2024, the author reflects on their writing journey for “Reunion: Coda” amid stress from an upcoming move to Miami and online banking issues. Despite having completed 19 chapters, the dream of a holiday release seems dim. The weekend was spent relaxing and engaging in leisure activities while contemplating the future.
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Musings for an Autumn Saturday: A Late Start…and a Writer’s Concerns
The author reflects on a chilly Saturday in Madison, New Hampshire, while writing their 1,705th blog post. They express frustration over unproductive novel writing and impending relocation to Miami. Financial stress from moving complicates their creative process, alongside concerns over book sales and perceived validation as a writer. Despite these challenges, they aim to complete…
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Writer’s Shop Talk: Meet the Parents!
In the moments leading to Marty introducing Jim to her parents, the atmosphere is filled with curiosity and tension. As they stroll through a picturesque campus, Jim feels anxious about the unexpected introduction. The meeting, filled with pleasantries, reveals Jim’s aspirations to study history at Harvard. Afterward, the farewell between Marty and Jim is poignant,…
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A Thursday Musicale
On a cold, sunny autumn day in New Hampshire, the author anticipates moving back to Florida in just over two weeks. Feeling unmotivated to write extensively, they share a collection of music videos instead, while acknowledging their lack of focus on their novel and absence of engaging topics.
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Regret About Leaving NH: My Reflections
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Creative Writing, Donating “Reunion: A Story” to the Conway Public Library, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, UncategorizedOn October 2, 2024, a resident of Madison, New Hampshire, reflects on their chilly surroundings and feelings of isolation after nearly ten months. Facing issues with a public assistance tenant and longing for home, they plan to leave in 16 days. They express concern for the fate of their donated book, “Reunion: A Story.”
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Writer’s Shop Talk: A (Physical) Conflict Scene
The scene unfolds with a professor navigating Manhattan post-date when confronted by a former student, Miguel Hernandez. Angered over a perceived academic injustice, Miguel physically attacks the professor, expressing his resentment and challenging ideological differences. The confrontation escalates until police sirens cause Miguel to flee, leaving the professor shaken but unharmed.
A Certain Point of View, Too 