I'm A Dollar Short

So, as it turns out, (because me and my dad share the same iTunes account) he used a buck of my giveaway earning to buy more storage space on iCloud. >.< But you see, my dad does not truly understand how it all works. And the reason I have not used the $15 yet is because everything I have gotten so far has shown up in his phone. YIKES! So. . . I bought 1D's new single, another song by Kurt Hugo Schneider. I also meant to by the second book in a series I already have on my dad's iPhone (shh! He does not know how that works, and he does not even open the app!) but I purchased book 3 instead :S. But that is alright, I am going to be purchasing the complete series in paperback as soon as I get my B&N GC. Which I won! xD

Anyways, that has been on my mind today, but I think I am over it. And Kurt's voice is like honey.

 

Okay, I'm done. But these gifs do not do my sentiments justice. CLICK HERE if you wish to know why I am . . .

Okay, I have a chapter to write. See you all tomorrow. God bless you, and have a lovely evening/day/afternoon, wherever you are. :)

Merick and Ebony - Character Developing

Good morning! I get to reading Crossing the Ice by Jennifer Comeaux!!! XD I've been participating in many of her book release blitzes and cover reveal over the last couple weeks, and now I get to read the first book in the series!! xD
So, last night, though I was working hard on Scarred Hearts, I chose to develop my characters for my new fiction Pictures of You. The title might not make sense at the moment, but later on in the story (because I wrote my layout) it will all fall into place why I chose that title. Also, I was listening to the song while trying to think of a title. Anyways, Merick's character is already developed in my head and in my layout, but Ebony needed to be worked on a little bit too.

I decided to base Ebony on myself, but she is going to be my total opposite, looks-wise. That is why Sasha Piertese is the perfect pick, because she's blonde and has light eyes (I have dark brown eyes and brown hair). She's is to be kind, bubbly, sweet, and full of compassion for certain things in life.

Merick is to be similar to that, but he's got a bit of a wild side to him. Because Merick is based on three people (looks and split personalities), it would make sense to me. I think Merick will be a very lovable character. But you will have to wait until later this month to learn about him. :D

That is all for now. It is Friday, and as usual, I must go look in the fridge and see what I can make for lunch. I will see you all later! Be cool, stay in the pool! Ciao!

Imaginative Brain At It's Best - Might Be Too Much!

So, I've been at work all day. No, I did not get off at 2pm, like I would normally. My sister asked to switch today and work on Sunday. That works for me. Because I managed to finished reading a book and work on the review (which will be posted later this month, due to it being part of a blog tour).

I've got this idea . . . a new book idea. I have the same strong feeling to write it that I did when I started Scarred Hearts a few years back. This idea is not quite like Scarred Hearts, but it is very close and similar. Because one of the characters is based on three people I know all wrapped into one. It's not a romance. It is about friendship. Christian fiction, of course. It is going to be a nice, CLEAN read, and hopefully enjoyable for everyone.

Now, I know that I should keep what time I have left to finish Scarred Hearts, but I just had to get this new idea down and going, because it is too good to forget. I might be adding too much to my plate again (I mean, I've got ten books that I am reading and with the #SYTYCW15 writing deadline). I know I can do this. And it is just putting the idea into a layout so that I can work on it later.
I even have a cast already! I have several characters worked out, but my main characters are who I am most worried about. Hopefully you will not be confused by this gif. Because there is not supposed to be a romantic feel in this book.
Meet Ebony Zaveri and Merick Balin (I actually searched names for them, and they work for me.)

I'm going through a massive Booboo Stewart phase . . . Yeah, that might explain why he's the main character. And I stumbled onto this photoshoot while looking for appropriate pics for a cover. Which I am not working on as much, because I don't know if I am settled on the title yet.

I have more worked out than most would think. And that gif, Ebony and Merick are only teens there. They are actually in their twenties in the book. But there are no other images of these two together, and they are the cast I see in my head.

I don't think I have ever read a book quite like what I am planning to write, but I have a strong feeling that it will be amazing. It's about something that I enjoy and it works in my head. And I feel a little inspired by all the Entangled (Crush) books that I have read over the last few weeks, and I am going to try and adapt that style into my writing, see how it goes. Which means each chapter changes between point of views. I might even make it go back in time when it comes to one of the characters, I don't know. This is just a brain fart right now. But the moment I start t actually work on it, I will be rambling away to you about it. I mean, guy/girl best friends are epic, but this book will have a twist.

Anyways, I am going to get back to Scarred Hearts now. The book has 4.2K reads on Wattpad! XD

See you all tomorrow. As this will be my final post of the day. God bless you and keep you safe. Adios!

When Your WiFi Acts Like A Butt, Wait It Out

Yes, good morning! I must apologize. It has been a crazy morning. My internet was not working this morning and when it did, I was rushing to catch up on some things that had to be done on my book blog. (Cover reveal happening over there, CLICK HERE)

I am nearly done with one of my review copies, and I am so glad! I read several chapters while waiting for the net to get back up. I KNEW HE WOULD FIGURE IT OUT! No, I am not going to say anything, and I am going to try and keep my review for that book as non-spoiler as possible.

I am so eager to get to writing today. I decided to use my discomfort from yesterday to my advantage, and I made one of the main characters fall ill. Don't worry, it won't be fatal. It's part of the experience when you read it. (Speaking of that, you can now click on the link above to go directly to the story)

I'm done for now. I have a post a day over the last few days on my book blog!

Ciao!

Crappy Day Gone Good

So, today was kind of crappy. Here is why:

Ladies, you all probably have heard this term. Well, I use it constantly. Aunt Flo decided to visit and will be here the entire week. Then she will leave and return next month. Yes, that is what it is.

I did get some writing in before I collapsed on my bed in agony. I wrote . . . IDK maybe 500 words, or less. I am on the right track, and I am going to stick to my few extra chapters. 55-60K words is a better bet, and I am nearly there.

I still am not at my full 100% self yet, but I am not sprawled across my bed like I was earlier. By tomorrow I will be back tomorrow. It's just my pattern.

Well, I am going to end this here, because I want to catch up on the lost time. God bless you all. You're awesome, see tomorrow.

Not Bad For A First-Half School Week

Good morning! Well, I just sat down in my workspace, after taking a few minutes to read with one of my six year old brothers. Let's call him Miah, as I have too many brothers with a name that starts with J, and I do not want to get J mixed up with all my bros, as i have already posted about him.

I will be writing some more today. I can't bring myself to stop for three days like I did last time, as the deadline is going to come up fairly quickly. Scarred Hearts is going to be so awesome when it is finished. I just have that strong feeling that I might get to see it in paperback one day. Who would have thought that I would change my mind about becoming a published author? :)

In the midst of writing, I also have to finish those three (four) books by the middle of September. They cannot be pushed off right now. I have a few for mid/end of October, and those are the ones that I am reading at my personal leisure.

Last night, I opened up my manuscript (the one that does not really need to be worked on at the moment) to edit it a bit. I did change it, just added or took away from unnecessary sentences. I also had to fill in some words, because they were missing. Thanks, Dyslexia, you're a trump.

My book is now at 51K words. I had plans to write a few more chapters, giving a count of 25, not including the introduction and epilogue. I have 22 chapters right now. I think I am going to stick to my plan for 25 chapters, and I don't care if the word count goes higher than 55K. I mean, I saw that as the least amount for the Harlequin imprint I am entered under. I keep looking back at the FAQ's and the imprint description to try and keep a clear vision of what I am aiming for. I might just email the support team again, with my new list of questions, because I just want to be completely clear.

Well, that is all for now. I have to get to work on my book. I will see you guys later!

P.S. I never said anything about it being a new month, but hey, I don't need to remind you right? :)

Reading With My Brother, D

My younger siblings are having a reading challenge at home, to start off the school year. My mom's youngest son, D, is reading next to me, so I am helping him pronounce words he does not know. I finished my zombie quartet yesterday, epic!

If you look to the sidebar >>> you will find my currently-reading list. I still have a few that can wait until later this month, some that I am already further into than others, but it's all good. I've only got three that need to be read this week. So, I am going to be reading those.

I did not get to finish my chapter last night, so I am working on that now. I'm not giving up. Camels don't give when they have a load they cannot carry, so why should I give up? :)

Book blitzes are going live on my book blog, so go check them out! Giveaways, courtesy of the author (and the coordinators) and I have another one going live in an hour. I think you might find an new, interesting read!

Well, that is all for now. I gotta get back to writing. See you on the flip-flop later!