Finished book two

[Timothy London]

Just completed the second book in the Paleface trilogy, this one's called How To Zero.

 

Wasn't sure it was finished until I saw the words 'The End' appear, as if typed by someone else...

 

What a long, slow process this all is.  I've written the first two novels over six months and now... I've got to wait, get fresh eyes and read them both and edit them both and give them to others to read to make sure they make sense before I even think about who to send them to.

 

Or do I...?  Maybe I'll just send them out, as is, without even re-reading or checking for typos.  Life is short.  I've got things to do.

[Timothy London]

Apologies Mary & Jack - been away in deepest no-signal Galloway on a crazy songwriting cult experience...

 

Glad you like Mary.  Still don't know what I've got, to be honest.  The UK is rich with history, but that can often get right in the way - hard to move forwards when you're looking back.  But then, I love the idea that I can walk the same streets as Kerouac or check out the surfers like Wolfe when I visit the States. Swapsies, maybe.

 

Jack, I was just feeling a little impetuous...

[Jack Getze]

I'd rethink the idea of sending this right out. The competition is tough out there. At the very least, read through for typos.

[Mary McFarland]

Found your excerpt for How to Zero.  A super edgy writing style, Timothy (Tim?).  I like the feel of your words as I read them. 

 

I love London and all things British, but especially (and of course) the rich literary tapestry that England sports.  As a, er, younger girl, I was so enthralled with the idea that I could study Pope in college and then, amazingly, go visit his home in England.  That left an incredibly deep impression on me.  One day, I'll return for a visit.

 

Jumping around here: I'll find How to Zero on Amazon, or return to your blog for follow up.   Cheers.      

[Timothy London]

Cheers Mary - yes feels good to finish, but strangely empty, too.  If I had more time right now I'd start another one.

 

BTW I lived in London for many years, now I'm in Edinburgh.

[Mary McFarland]

Okay, duh: I just figured out that your last name is London.  Thought you lived there.  Huh. 

[Mary McFarland]

Kudos, Timothy.  Feels good to finish, though, huh?  Like your title, How to Zero.  Will see if I can find you on your London blog.