Tag: Books
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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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Decoding ‘Reunion: Coda’: The Bonds That Connect the Reunion Duology
“Reunion: Coda” is a sequel to the author’s first book and was self-published in 2018. It explores the lives of the characters, their coming-of-age tales, and their current escapades. The prologue scene, “Could Have, Should Have, Didn’t,” delves into Jim’s past regrets and serves as a bridge between the two books, offering emotional depth and…
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A Fine Review by Denise Longrie!
Denise Longrie, a writer/poet, blogger, and reviewer, shares a concise and helpful review of the novella “Reunion: A Story” by Alex Diaz Granados, expressing gratitude for her insights.
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A Writer’s Life: Weekend Update, Part the First
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Beatriz Diaz-Granados, Blogging, Books, Copilot AI, Creative Writing, Family History, 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 2024On a warm Sunday afternoon in New Hampshire, the author shares their lazy weekend mood. Recalling their late mother, they resisted the urge to write and instead stuck to their Saturday routine. Despite feeling a creative urge, they reached out to an AI for help analyzing their characters. The AI’s insights painted a comprehensive picture…
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Musings & Thoughts for Thursday, July 18, 2024, or: A Sad (Ninth) Anniversary Poses Challenges for Newbie Novelist
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Beatriz Diaz-Granados, Blogging, Creative Writing, Family History, 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 2024The author reflects on the anniversary of his mother’s passing, sharing memories and motivations behind his novel, Reunion: Coda. He discusses his writing process and progress, expressing his determination to fulfill a promise to his late mother. Despite emotional challenges, he remains committed to his work.
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Verses of Yesteryears: A Poetic Pitch
“Reunion: A Story” is the first of a two-book cycle, following Jim Garraty’s journey through love and time at South Miami High. Praised for its emotional pull and well-crafted narrative, this novella entwines love and regret, captivating readers across languages. The forthcoming “Reunion: Coda” promises to continue the captivating tale.
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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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Analyzing ‘Reunion: Coda’ Manuscript with Copilot AI
The author’s late start on Monday disrupted their schedule, leading to changes in their morning routine and feelings of sluggishness. Despite intending to relax on Sunday, they couldn’t resist analyzing their novel with Copilot AI. Copilot’s report highlighted the relationship arc between the characters and the realistic portrayal of love in the story.
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Musings & Thoughts for Saturday, July 13, 2024, or: The Weekend Has Arrived…Now What? (Plus…Getting Writing Advice from Skynet)
The author reflects on their writing process for “Reunion: Coda,” finding fulfillment in creating new scenes and bringing the characters to life. The AI tool Copilot provides valuable feedback, ensuring the protagonist is multi-dimensional and relatable. Despite the dilemma of taking a break, the author emphasizes the importance of relaxation and encourages readers to enjoy…
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Sweltering Summer Writing Day in New Hampshire: Challenges and Triumphs
It is a scorching and drowsy day in New Hampshire as the author struggles to write. After finishing a challenging scene the previous day, they plan to continue their novel, seeking insights from AI to enhance their writing. The excerpt from “Reunion: Coda” is lauded for its masterful blend of characterization, dialogue, worldbuilding, and style,…
A Certain Point of View, Too 