Deliverable 2

So I thought deliverable 2 was due next Tuesday but as it so happens, it was due today. Fortunately, I got the memo this Tuesday and managed to cram in my last two chapters throughout the week. Despite writers block on Saturday, I finished chapter 3 over the weekend, and wrote chapters 4 and 5 on Wednesday and Thursday, finishing up act 1. If you read the introduction page and are aware of what the story is about, Elsie has completed her training and is on her way to France at this time. If you're not aware of what the story is about, why are you here?

Moving on, now that you've got weekly review, we can talk about important things, like the deliverable. Act 1, unedited and without page breaks, is currently 47 pages. With the software I have, I'm not alerted of any spelling or grammatical mistakes so that's certainly subject to change, especially once I edit it. It's a little over 11,000 words, getting me closer to my estimation of 50,000 words, the typical goal of National Novel Writing Month. 

So about writers block. It's a pain. To deal with it, I usually try to squeeze out at least a couple sentences while uninspired. Sometimes I go to another story to get my mind in another place, usually promoting more creativity. I also have a few playlists on my 8tracks that are just movie scores, sometimes in the mood of whatever I'm writing. Without words, I don't get distracted and can just enjoy the peace and mental stimulation. Tea and food are also helpful. Focusing on your novel's backstory or having a conversation with a character can help. Even throwing in a weird plot twist, free writing, or messing with an alternate universe with your characters can help. I've heard exercise also assists but, as an unathletic person, I generally choose not to do that. 

Okay this has been some really fantastic writing tips with Jayda. I'll be back next week for yet another update. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some Supernatural to watch. Thanks for reading.