Unfortunately, summer has ended. Of course, I guess that depends on your perspective. I took a little more time off than I usually do at the end of a book. The sun came out, the kids came over, and I spent the summer hanging with them and taking a trip here and there. Of course, I suppose that was bad timing seeing how the last book ended. You have my apologies for leaving everything hanging like that. But now, the sun said its goodbye here for another few seasons – there are only really two here – and the wet weather has shown itself. That means I sat down, dusted off the keyboard – I had to find it first – and began hammering out senseless words once again.
I had left the draft of the 8th book sitting close to the 1/3 mark, typing away on it periodically, but now I am tied to the chair. Starting last Sunday evening, I passed the half way point last night. There is a particular furry one here who isn’t appreciating my time spent in my chair much and lets me know from time to time his dissatisfaction. So, I spend my time here and seeing to his whims.
The characters have been calling for some time and so I must answer their call. Without giving any spoilers, there is a lot going on and it’s not easy keeping track of all the threads. The action is slow to materialize but it’s coming and so I hope the writing will become easier as well. Again, sorry to keep everyone waiting to see what happened after the ending of the last book. Hopefully you won’t have too much longer to wait. I don’t have a date or time line to when it will be ready as yet, but I’ll make sure and let you know when it’s drawing near.
Thank you so much for all of your words of encouragement and support. And yes, those words of ‘when is it going to be done’. I wish everyone a very happy week and hope it treats you well!
John
