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Conjuring Ideas: A Writer’s Triumph Over Adversity
Despite struggles with concentration and exhaustion, the writer managed to complete a detailed outline and a new scene draft for their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Despite feeling worn out and stressed, the writer persisted and produced a draft with key moments and good dialogue, which they considered a significant achievement.
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Struggling to Meet Writing Deadlines – Author’s Weekend Update
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Blogging, Books, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, UncategorizedMorning, Sunday, July 28, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Hi, dear readers. It’s a balmy summer day in what, for now anyway, is my corner of eastern New Hampshire. If the forecast for Carroll County is correct, it should be a nice, if perhaps hot day, but certainly not as sweltering as in my native South…
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‘Reunion: Coda’ Writer’s Weekend Work and Novel Update
Late Morning, Saturday, July 27, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Hi, everyone. It’s a sunny and cool (but gradually warming up) summer day here in what for now is my corner of New England. I’ve been up since just past six in the morning and I’ve already had a light breakfast, so now I’m in the…
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Unveiling Nicole Boisvert’s Concern: A Rejected Version of Scene from Reunion: Coda (Manuscript File)
Writing a novel scene is akin to baking a cake – the right ingredients, mixing, and timing are crucial. Similar to a failed cake, a scene may need multiple rewrites before feeling right. An example of a discarded scene version is shared, depicting Nicole’s entrance to Jim’s office, setting the stage for their meaningful conversation.
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Struggling Author’s Diary: Writing in the Rain | Reunion: Coda and Reunion: A Story
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Copilot AI, Creative Writing, Depression, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), OpenAI (Bing Chatbot), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Uncategorized, Weather in New HampshireThe author shares their experience of a dreary morning, hoping to work on their novel despite feeling worn out. They detail their dedication to completing their book, Reunion: Coda, and seek potential inspiration to keep going. Additionally, they describe the continuity between their two books and the depth it adds to the main character’s journey.…
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Writing & Storytelling: Crafting Intricate Drama in ‘Reunion: Coda’
Late Morning, Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire Summer in New England: Almost Feels Like Florida… Today, in eastern New Hampshire, the sun asserts its dominance, cloaking us in its warm grasp while the temperature coquettishly nudges into the low 80s. Nevertheless, the heat index saunters to an oppressive 95 degrees Fahrenheit. To someone…
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Coping with Grief: The Role of Novel Writing and AI in Finding Joy
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The author reflects on writing, grief, and joy, discussing the struggle to focus due to a family loss. They share their writing process, resistance to outlines, and use of AI and human Beta readers. The AI analyzes a passage from their novel, revealing the character’s regrets and emotional depth. The scene adds depth to the…
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Effective Use of Copilot AI: Overcoming Writer’s Doubt
The writer reflects on a tiring day of editing and seeks solace in the feedback from a beta reader and an AI chat bot. The scene from “Reunion: Coda” is analyzed for its rich literary elements. The protagonist, Jim, interacts with a former flame, Nick, revealing their complex history and current dynamics.
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Chapter 18 of Reunion: Coda: A Testament to a Writer’s Trials Faced
On Finishing Chapter 18 of Reunion: Coda A Poem In Fayerweather’s hallowed halls, where history’s whispers flow,A tempest brewed, a cup was thrown, emotions ran aglow.Jim Garraty, our steadfast guide, through past and present weaves,His voice a beacon in the storm, amidst the fallen leaves. A tale of two, of Jim and Maddie, through time’s…
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All the Words I Kept Inside: New Poetry Book by P.J. Gudka | Writing Struggles and Inspirations
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, All the Words I Kept Inside, Amazon, Book Reviews, Creative Writing, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Novella, Pooja (P.J.) Gudka, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, UncategorizedOn a hot and muggy day in New England, the author briefs readers on P.J. Gudka’s new poetry book, “All the Words I Kept Inside,” praising its emotional depth and skillful craftsmanship. The author shares two favored poems and discusses their resemblance to their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Expressing annoyance at a failed writing day, they…