Last night I started the second draft of ‘A New Jerusalem,’ Book 2 in the ‘Kirkwood Scott Chronicles.’ I finished the first draft about a month ago and decided to take a break so I could tackle the story afresh. Writing is a draining business and sometimes you have to set a story aside and focus on other projects. But now I’m refreshed and keen to get back into the thick of the editing action.
I could barely remember the first chapter, which I penned over five months ago. I was also wary in case I discovered it was utter rubbish and I’d been deluding myself all this time. Thankfully I was quite pleased with it, with only minor amendments required. I’m aiming to edit a couple of chapters each evening with maybe a bit extra at the weekend.
After that I’ll be sending the book out to beta readers for their feedback, prior to hitting the querying trail again. I haven’t secured a literary agent so far but I’m not giving up quite yet. Thank you, as ever, to those who have supported my writing so far and invested their time and money into the first two books, ‘Skelly’s Square,’ and ‘Bomb Girl.’ The reviews and messages have kept me going throughout this latest piece of work.
What are your views on the blog and my fiction writing. All views welcome.
Black Thoughts 
You’re a full time husband, father and employee and now also a proven writer. I think you’re an inspiration to anyone. 👍👍😊
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Thank you very much 🙂
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I love your writing, your humour, and your unique perspectives on life. Keep on writing. You are a delight.
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Thank you Carol. Did you enjoy ‘Skelly’s Square?’
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Yes, I did. I keep forgetting to bring it into the library. I want to show it it to the woman who orders books for our collection. I think it should be part of it. 🙂
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I think so as well lol.
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LOL
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I love your writing and hearing your perspective.
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Thank you Ruth.
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Best of luck to you, and I agree that writing can be draining. I think it takes courage to revisit previous writings with fresh eyes and acknowledge what needs to be tweaked. We are our own worst critics. Regina
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Thank you very much 🙂
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As you may have picked up from my comments over the last ?? (I don’t remember how long I’ve been following your blog) I very much enjoy your writing, both fiction and non-fiction. Can’t wait to read A New Jerusalem.
By the way is a beta reader the same as a proof reader? The term is fairly new to me.
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Beta readers concentrate more on the plot than the grammar & punctuation.
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Ah thank you.
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We’re all rooting for you, as wel as your beautiful mermaid swimming champ daughter! 😁
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*well
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Thank you 😊
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I wish you the sincerest of luck with your novels because I truly enjoy them.
And I hope you keep blogging because I genuinely have enjoyed interacting with you on here, and having someone to share my snarky wit with.
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We are the snarkiest 😂
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Well done! It was a sad day when I realised I had gotten 30,000 words through my novel…four years ago! Back to grindstone 🙂
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Don’t give up Annie. If I can do it, then anyone can 😊
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Thanks so much for the encouragement!
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You’re welcome 😊
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My view of your blog and novel writing is this: You are a gifted writer Stephen! The content and transparency of your blog has held my attention from the start. The fiction writing I have shared with as many of my reading friends as possible. To a person they have love Skelly’s Square and are as excited as I am for the next installment
Please keep writing!
Chuck
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