The muse is not monogamous.

Me: Okay, I’ve given my brain (and foot) a rest, time to write. Time to work on Archivist 2. It’s going to be fun and the ending kicks ass. Hard.

Also me: Totally. See I have my notebooks and I’ve skimmed the paradigm/outline. I’m going to write all the words today. And be more playful. I like the idea of being a bit more playful … Oooo, what about that idea I had about the new series/universe?

Me: Well, jot down a few notes, then get back to Archivist 2.

Also me: [two hours pass]: I have a complete origin story and a basic outline for the beginning of book one.

Me: Book 1??? I’m supposed to be writing Archivist 2! And if not, then Amplifier 5, or Misfits 2, or … or …

Also me: And now I need to reread Hitchhiker’s Guide to the

Me: WTF??!! No.

Also me: But there are these fun touchbacks to –

Me: Absolutely not.

Also me: Lunch time! I promised I’d make sandwiches for Michael. *whispers* And in the afternoons I’m allowed to work on whatever I want, rules are rules.

Me: *inarticulate screaming*

First words inked on Waypoint 42. Series name subject to change.

Well … at least I’m writing something.

25 thoughts on “The muse is not monogamous.

  1. How many “mes” exist within us? I think more than we can count. 😃
    Question: Does your handwriting remain the same for each book you write? Does it ever change? Just curious.
    Thanks.

      1. Oh come on, it’s beautiful. I’m really impressed with your r. Your handwriting says a lot about you. You are honest, creative ( duh).
        Maybe you shouldn’t show us lol.

  2. Ooh, yes! I know you have your order and your plans, but I’ve yet to be disappointed in any of your work. As long as there are words on the page, I’ll be reading it!

    And, p.s., do it now! Waiting is the worst. Aaaugghhh!

    p.p.s. The demand is totally tongue in cheek. Please don’t feel any pressure. Let the muse have her way.

      1. I would probably read and enjoy your grocery list that’s how much I love your words!

  3. You’re so funny! I love these glimpses into your head!

    Speaking of The Hitchhikers Guide, any progress on your space opera?

    So Long and Thanks For All The Fish!

    (And don’t forget your towel!)

    1. The Space Opera is in stasis. It needs to be restructured over multiple books. Which is a good thing … it’s supposed to be my side project but I haven’t had any room on the side with the headache.

  4. love it!!, I feel like that is my day some days. I Just bought amp 4, archivist 0, and misplaced souls, slowly catching up <3

  5. Lol! This is exactly the way I think too! I’m totally down for a new series/universe, but I’m super excited to read more about Dusk…

    So, I have to hope that both happen eventually! Woo!

  6. Lol these are exactly the thoughts that go through my mind when I try to write too. And how’s Royal Blue been treating you? I have Mont Blanc Midnight Blue and I love it!

  7. There is always time for the hitchhikers guide to galaxy! Obviously your muse just wants you to have options hehe

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