Yep, that’s me…
I’m jumping back in to my work in progress (WIP) for (hopefully!) a final revision. Why another revision, you ask?
Well … I enlisted the services of a terrific freelance editor for a professional perspective on my WIP, and there’s work to be done before I can seriously hop on the submission train with this project.
The reality of her comments, though less glamorous than my dream of instant best-sellerdom, was all-in-all delightfully encouraging. I’m 100% behind the changes she suggested, because I know they will make the story stronger. So, with leap-for-joy enthusiasm, I’m rolling up my sleeves and throwing myself in to revision-mode.
But here’s the thing…
While time is indeed relative, there’s only so much of it in a day. And since “the book” has to be my most important focus … after my day-job that is … I’m dialing 
back on the blog posts until this revision is complete.
I know. A blog post a week is hardly enough to stay connected in the bloggasphere. And even that might be a challenge once I’m submersed in my manuscript and swimming in my story.
But an author’s gotta do what she’s gotta do.
Life happens. And for everything there is a season, as Kristen Lamb wisely stated in a recent post. I’m entering Revision Season … which will pass in time too. If I stay focused on my WIP and the work at hand, that is.
Trust me, this is NOT farewell. I’m just slowing down on the blog posts so I can increase my WIP revision speed. That’s all. I’ll give a shout out whenever I come up for air. That’s a promise!
So … what season are you in these days?
Inquiring minds want to know!
Best wishes to you as you jump in to your revisions!
Thank you Tami! I’ll be reading your blogs. I’m not vanishing. Perhaps Benedict can offer some of his sage advice on revisions? But I enjoy any of his advice on any topic!
Good luck with revisions! No worries about cutting back. I had to do that not too long ago myself, but it’s worked out fine. 😀
Thanks for the support Lisa! I do love blogging and the community that goes with it, but my WIP has to be my first writing priority. As I’m sure you know. 😀
You definitely have to follow your heart and your priorities!! Here’s to revision heaven!! 🙂
Thank you Natalie! You’re so right. I wither away inside if I’m not true to myself, my heart, and my vision. Revisions are the ultimate satisfaction when the vision comes into crystal clear focus. 🙂
I actually think posting once a week is fine. I find it much easier to keep up with people who only post once a week! Reading blogs takes so much time as well. It’s enough for regular followers who tune in via email or RSS feeds.
As you say, writing the WIP must come first! Good luck with your revision.
Thanks Ellen! Yes, keeping up with others’ blogs is time consuming if I give them the attention they deserve. A once a week posting (aside from the occasional extra posting of a funny video) better serves my current goals. I’m glad the abbreviated schedule helps fellow bloggers too. 🙂