January Style Edit

Forever editing….

Following a much needed breather and a very slow start to the new year, I finally plotted out 2021, which is already making my heart thump a little faster, knowing that I have some massive work ahead of me and I would like to complete my overhaul of my 2010 disaster by the end of the year or thereafter. After much reflection and pondering the various different ways that I can proceed, I know my frivolous, bouncing off the wall mind will never settle unless I fully perfect each and every novel. While some would say it’s a waste of time rehashing and editing over and over, it’s how I grow, learn and become better even if it doesn’t translate into success within the industry. Unfortunately, I feel as though I’m dealing with an absolute juggernut with marketing and social platforms since I have no interest or time to focus on that element.

On the flipside, I am very independent and enjoy formatting books, designing layouts, and making my own covers just to see what I can come up with. Obviously, if I want to reach out to agents or additional support, those elements of the book making process wouldn’t include me, and those are some of my favorite parts that I enjoy the most. So…. I’m stuck somewhere in between that makes no sense to me when everyday I see another new novel by another brilliant author. Since writing calms my wayward mind that rarely stays at a standstill, I will be restyling and rewriting some of my novels to better fit my current thoughts and style of writing. New titles. New copyrights. New ISBNs. New pen names. Few elements will remain the same but I can’t wait to share the outcome! Until then, styles, magazines, and fashion inspiration from my favorite directions! Coming soon, Too Cool ’82.

xoxo Paperwaif