Halfway through September already. How fast the year seems to be disappearing. Have just returned from the SWJ writing weekend at Chester University (see picture) where I had a great time. Didn't win anything but my two friends in the picture with me both won first prize in their respective categories. Well done to Sylvia and Frances.
I did have some good fortune the day after I returned however - a letter from my publishers to say they are accepting my latest book. I floated about for the next few days, my feet hardly touching the ground. No matter how many books you have had published the euphoria never wears off, does it? The first one is so special and each one after that gives a wonderful boost, all of them in different ways. This one, called SCRIPT FOR MURDER is a who-dun-it and this is the first time I have worked in this genre. It was a huge challenge and I enjoyed it and am so thrilled it has been taken. I'd like to do more crime but will still be doing the others, saga, historical, contempory. I like a bit of variety and I think it stops you getting stale and bogged down in one style. What do others think? I would love to hear from you about this. A big thank you to all the committee and helpers at the SWJ weekend. A great deal of planning and work goes into these weekends and it is appreciated by yours truly. Happy writing to everyone. Joan.
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