The Investigation...

 

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Meet Alan King. Private Detective... Smokes like a trouper. A lover of the under-dog. He loves coffee, although prefers whiskey, engages well with the female of the species, but cant help himself, hes old school, and relaxes more with the boys. Nothing ever surprises him, hes seen and heard it all. 

Love this character, and not surprisingly, Chapter 8 belongs to him. I'm having to take a bit of time out to research criminology and crime dating back to the 1930's. I have to be honest, I'm out of my depth on this subject, but I'm determined to research, to make sure I give it a good shot. (fingers-crossed)

Already I'm racing ahead, cant wait to get into the other chapters however, I endevour to practice self discipline, I need to do it right. So much done, yet so much to do...

Have a great week ahead and until sometime soon... 

MJ   

I Write for Two Reasons...

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Not everyone writes for fame and fortune, although, if it happened, it would be all well and good... I write for me, and to try and perfect the craft. I do wish I'd started sooner, but it wasn't possible. I'm thoroughly enjoying the journey, and that's all that matters. 

Another day working on Chapter 8.  I'm finding this part in the story a little challenging, due to needing to know procedures for murder cases, and then there's a time constraint. But I'll get there. And hopefully, if its worth publishing, I'm sure I will have the right people around me for help, and support.

The buzz it gives me as I plod along is soul satisfying, it seems, this is what I was born to do... 

Take care in the Heat-Wave this weekend... Have fun! 

MJ 

Flames of Passion...

He had my name on him, so why did he choose her?

Isabelle is struggling with what she witnessed in the club last night, watching Alma and Shay together, isn't what she needed. This... she is quick to remind me, will end in tears. 

If ever there was a character who was persistent in my ear, its this one. Isabelle doesn't leave anything alone, she's like a dog with a bone, and pecks away at you. However, I cannot let her in right now, because I have to complete Chapter 7, and commence Chapter 8, with the investigation around the murder of Alma's father. If I'm honest, I think I could write a whole book on Isabelle, shes turned out to be an amazing character, with a lot to offer. 

Today the word count must be high, and if I see flames of passion rise from my finger tips as they fly over the keys, I will be one happy writer. 

I might add that right now I have company, Jiminy Cricket has joined me, and today he sits on my shoulder. It's always great to have someone who believes in you. 

Until next time... 

MJ Ewen 

 

Alma Essie...

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The year is 1946. Alma Essie, and Shay Connor, have hit it off big time. It seems for twenty two year old Alma, this is going to be her year for events, and happenings. She is a big part of Chapter 7 which really belongs to Shay, but in telling their story I felt they needed to be together. There are problems, as in most stories, but there are also promises. I've almost finished the first draft of Chapter 7, It's been a delight to do, but then I discovered I like to write romance, and new beginnings. It's even better with a psychopath in the wings, who goes by the name of Isabelle Mills.  

Who knows where this journey is going to go...

Until next time soon. 

MJ Ewen 

Shay Connor...

 

One and a half great days where I've been able to focus fully on Chapter 7. Both days produced good word-counts, but today's has been outstanding... I felt as if there was tremendous heat being produced from my finger tips, and my mind was seeing scenes and pictures, at break neck, pacing speed. 

I love Shay Connor, he's a beautiful man, and is in the right place, at the right time. He has an adventure to go on, but his character is going to be more than ready for it, due to what he can gain, or even, what he might lose. 

Chapter 7 belongs to this guy, however, he shares it with the beautiful Alma Essie. Their story has given me goosebumps. I am really enjoying their adventure... 

So my darlings, coffee break is over, and I'm back on it! 

Until next time...

MJ 

The Narrator's Quote...

 

A light day today... I've been on puppy-duties, but managed to get some writing done when he had a nap. Frankie is a gorgeous little Cavashon, but right now hes a wee-bit high maintenance, he thinks the world revolves around him and wants lots of attention. 

He is rather cute though. 

I re-read Chapter 5, and it was when I heard the narrators voice quote this little gem, that I knew I had to use it in my daily poster, post. 

So lots of thought around Chapter 6 and its opening. Alice is the owner of that Chapter, and has a heck of a lot going on, so my opening is all about that and her thoughts. 

Whatever your week is doing, I hope it treats you well. 

Until next time... 

MJ

  

Monday Morning...

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I'm looking forward to a bright new week, and I'm eager to have my family back as they've been away on holiday, but honestly, my world just isn't the same without them. 

I've been busy though. I have completed Chapter 5 which has taken a while, and I needed to write a bit of a hairy scene, involving a murder and that was difficult. I'm not sure about anyone else but I struggle to write those sort of scenes. I guess when you're so invested in a story, you live with your characters every day, and I know it might sound silly but its quite hard to say goodbye to any one of them. Anyway the scene just needs reviewing and and edit to complete. 

Chapter 6 is a chapter I'm looking forward to writing, because it belongs to Annie Essie, who is Alma's mother, and Arthur's wife. Over the months I've written notes on all of my characters, and I usually gather those, and re-read, which gives me a whole lot of material to work with. I have lots on Alice, because although she isn't always a big part of the novel, she is significant and the reason the story takes on its purpose. 

There is always something the protagonist has to go through to achieve their aim and that often means within their purpose there are lots of battles, struggles, and experiences, as they progress through the story. Dreaming up plots, has been especially good for me, as I like planning and daydreaming. 

Anyway if you're still with me, thank-you. I'd like to wish you a wonderful week in whatever you do. 

MJ   

Alma Essie...

 

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There is so much to my journey. But, I've instructed my writer to be selective in what is shared. When MJs book is published I want you to read it and enjoy the ups and downs of my family, who want nothing but the best for others, however it's when we come into contact with outsiders, and sometimes, family, that the journey shifts, and changes. and as you will eventually read, not always for the better. There's so much sadness and heartache in life and it reflects in many different ways... I became aware that when I looked into characters and their stories, I knew it was all relevant, and most characters, even the small ones become a big part of who we are, and usually impact on where we're going. The story-line can develop at an alarming rate, so its important to be able to retain the information, and at least record it...    

As the big screen moves across my writers mind, I always see the bigger picture with her, and thankfully we see a smaller one too. 

Anyways my lovely's, it hot here today... I hope whatever you're up to, you're chilling and enjoying the beautiful weather. Me, I'll get back to discussions with my characters. 

MJ Ewen