Valia Lind

"…her secret is patience…" – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Day: August 23, 2012

+ On Writing, Outlines, Shop Talk Thursday

Outlines Are Scary

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Hello lovelies, Today I’m throwing a little bit of Shop Talk your way. I’m thinking I might do that a little. Anyone up for a Shop Talk Thursdays?          I’m not an outliner. Even in high school and college, when we were asked to turn in an outline with our papers, I wrote them after I was already finished with the whole … Read More Outlines Are Scary

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Today was a full and beautiful day! 🍃 . After a lovely breakfast with one of my favorite people, a room was escaped with thirteen minutes to spare. I ran errands for New York and even snuck in to get my nails done. I also managed to give out one of my business cards because the nail technician’s eight-year-old daughter is all about reading!🍃 . I have two newsletters to put together tonight and a bunch of emails to answer, but I just might be ready for my trip on time. We shall see. 🍃 . How has your Saturday been treating you? 🍃 . . . . #writersofig #booknerdigans #saturdaymood #flowerstagram #authorlife #indieauthor #bookishgirl
Happy Friday, friends! And happy long weekend! 🍃 . I started this morning with a bit of reflection & I’d like to share it with you. 🍃 . Yesterday, I met someone who wrote a book a few years back and has been sitting on the next steps. For the usual reasons. Uncertainty. Worry. Putting yourself out there. Those are all scary. But she said something to me that really hit hard. . She said “It is so inspiring to meet someone who is successful in what I only dream about. You’re my hero.”🍃 . And I realized something. There are people behind me on this journey, those who haven’t reached that first published book point. Who don’t have Falling by Design, which was my first step into this journey. And to them, I am a success. . So when I’m beating myself up for not hitting my own goals or feel discouraged by my progress, someone looks at me and is encouraged by how far I’ve come. It was such a great reminder and something that I needed. . I write because I want to inspire people and I want to bring a little sunshine into their lives. Even when it’s hard, or frustrating, or I’m discouraged because something didn’t work out the way I wanted it to, I can be reminded that my process is still progress. Every little part of it. Even the bad parts. And I can use that to encourage someone to go after their own dreams. 🍃 . So. Dream big dreams, friends. And then go out there and get them! . . . #storyteller #writersofig #writinglife #writingencouragement #onwriting #bookish #booknerdigans
Happy Thursday, friends! It’s almost time for the long weekend! 🍃 . QOTD: Plotter or pantser? 🍃 . . I’ve been learning a lot about my own writing process lately. I’ve taken some classes, and been reading different books on the craft, and it’s interesting to see how I change as a writer. Learning all about novella writing has actually helped me see a story from a different perspective and I think it’s been really helping as I start my new project. 🍃 . There was a graphic going around on Twitter, talking about different writing styles and I realized I’m a Lawful Pantser. - Writes everything in order - Uses the flashlight method to get to the end - Ends up in strange places - Knows random details no one cares about. I used to think I had to be a plotter. But I’m growing into my process and I love it. 🍃 . . . #goscribbler #scribblerswrite #writerscommunity #writersofig #writinglife #onwriting #storyteller
QOTD: What’s your favorite read so far this year? 🍃 . . I have been slacking on my reading goal, not going to lie. It’s been a little busy around here, so I guess that’s understandable. Sometimes it’s very difficult balancing writing and reading, when there are other things going on. But I always try to make time for it, because how else will I learn to be a better writer?🍃 After I finish my current read, I’ll be diving into this beauty. I’ve heard such amazing things, that I can’t wait. Also, this special @owlcrate cover is super stunning! 🍃 . . Happy Wednesday, friends! We’re halfway there! . . #instabooks #booksofig #authorlife #lifeofawriter #booktography
★ 🖤 ★ 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 ★ 🖤 ★ Friends, I did a thing! 🍃 . . By now, you all know how much I love the town of Hawthorne. This series got me back to the love of writing and I’m nowhere near being finished with it. I wanted to write something different and special for the series and that’s how Chosen Witch came about. 🍃 . 𝐵𝑒𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑠ℎ𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑎 𝑐𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑟, 𝑠ℎ𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑎 𝑔𝑖𝑟𝑙 𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑜𝑟 ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑙𝑑. 𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑛, 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑑𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑐𝑎𝑚𝑒 𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔. 🍃 . It’s the story of Meredith as a graduating senior, wondering what life has in store for her and if she’s ready. If you’ve read Guardian Witch or Witch’s Fire, you’ve met her as the coven leader and the mother of my main characters. This is the story of how it all began. I had a blast writing it and you can read it now for FREE!! 🍃 . . Just click on the link in my bio! I can’t wait to hear what you guys think. Thank you for coming on this journey with me. 🍃 . #storyteller #authorsofinstagram #authorlife
Happy Monday, friends! 🍃 . Started my day at the doctor’s office, but now I’m back home and working on some writing things. I have a huge to do list in preparation for BEA next (gasp) week! As well as the release of Fated Mates box set the following week. I honestly cannot believe how fast time has gone by! 🍃 . . I had to take a moment today and give thanks for all of the happenings in my life. It’s so easy to get overwhelmed by the work and goals in front of us, that we don’t stop to reflect on all the great things in our lives already. There’s been a lot of ups and downs recently for me, but I am still so incredibly blessed. Even through the tough times. 🍃 . . What is something you are thankful for today? 🍃 . . Have a lovely week! 🍃
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