Yes, I'm still around!
I haven't forgotten this blog, I've just 1 - been focused on writing and 2 - been ignoring the world for rants I won't get into. But today I come bearing ARC gifts for anyone who wants it - well, up to 20 of you anyways.
I'm still on track for a 4/4/20 debut for my novel - Natural Exposure. If you are new here - hi, and welcome - then here's where you can find more out about my book:
Natural Exposure on Goodreads
Natural Exposure on Amazon
Natural Exposure on Smashwords - 60% off until 4/20 for Authors Give Back
How I came to write Natural Exposure
I received the rest of the book from a beta reader yesterday and have a few small edits for the later half of the book, but otherwise, it's getting close, so yesterday, I put it up on Booksprout, hoping to get a few reviews before its release.
If any of you are looking for a slow burn erotic romance, or know anyone who is, feel free to send them my way!
Natural Exposure on Booksprout - read it now!
What's your editing like? Do you have a way that works for you? What are the main things you weed out of your writing during edits?
My story has been solid since I made the changes to the beginning. I forget when I did that - October maybe? I need to keep better track of my revisions. November I wrote most of the 1st draft of Book 3. I didn't do much December through some of January and have been doing edits since.
My edits lately have been for my filler words, just tightening it up. "Just" is a big one for me, I had it around 150 times in Book 1 back before I rewrote the beginning, then after the new beginning I had it again 45 times. :/ Now, it's at a more acceptable 10. Do any of you not worry about your fillers? I read two books this week with over 200 instances of "Just" in each, and I wonder why I worry about it - since both were traditionally published by well known publishers. But, I prefer tightening it up. I'm new with writing and I know in time, I'll just stop those errors like the others I stopped already.
When I first started writing last year, I wrote with passives and I got rid of those quick, once I started reading and studying the craft of writing. After that, I learned that I wrote with a lot of '-ing' words starting the sentences. It's an easy way to write for first person, but repetitive. That took a little longer to get out of my system. Now, I'm working on the fillers.
Fillers are harder for me because while I'm brand new to writing creatively (I've only been doing it just under a year) I'm a life-long pen paller - so I've always written in a conversational / lazy way - never proper English and such. So, I think getting my fillers under control will take some time - I mean just look at this. My biggest fillers are right here - just, so, some... ect.
Less than 10 chapters left to edit, get rid of most of the buggy fillers and be ready for release April 4th. YAY!
Natural Exposure is on pre-order! Will be released 4/4/20!
Natural Exposure on Amazon
Natural Exposure on Goodreads
Natural Exposure is on pre-order! Will be released 4/4/20!
Natural Exposure on Amazon
Natural Exposure on Goodreads
It’s business as usual for Kenzie in her boudoir studio. Every day, fascinating people of all genders stroll through and Kenzie has the privilege of making them shine. She’s photographed the gamut: sultry brides-to-be seeking a naughty gift for their spouse, the confidant trans person showing the world their true self, and triads locked in passion, each moment of their tender lovemaking on display.
Kenzie’s been a part of it all, but never has a client captivated her so completely, until she steps through the door.
Ripley never recuperated from the relationship that irrevocably changed her. Desperate to forget the past, she moves to the progressive town of Bijou Basin, pursuing a fresh start. While acquainting herself with her new life, she notices an advertisement for an erotic nude photographer. On a whim, she books a session, hoping the experience will help her reclaim her identity.
Sparks fly for both women, but Ripley discovers there’s more to Kenzie than meets the eye. Can Ripley accept Kenzie as she is, and does she want to date someone so complicated? Can Kenzie prove she’s worth it?
Authors Note: This book features adult themes and language. Themes include: BDSM, Polyamory, and LGBTQ+ characters.
