So, I have two beta readers attacking, er, reading the current draft of Waking Dreams (WD). This is exciting and terrifying all at the same time. On the one hand, their thoughts and comments will most likely (1) enlighten me to all the things that seem so clear in my head, but maybe didn't make it to the page; (2) perhaps identify any character or plot weaknesses; and (mostly) (3) Just give me perspective on the book from unbiased eyes. On the other hand, the whole process is terrifying as I wait to see just how awful people think it is...
But being me, I've already started mapping out my next project (with the tentative title "Shieldmaiden" or "Chooser" - I tend to wait until the work is done before I really decide on the title). You know the saying "Idle hands are the devil's playground" - so, moving forward while I wait for my amazingly wonderful beta readers to slog through my draft.
And, since my thoughtful husband reminded me that I should probably begin mapping out my submission details for WD before rushing full throttle into Shieldmaiden/Chooser, I've started a laborious spreadsheet that includes all my agent research. After reading the 2012 Publisher's guide (an absolute MUST), and selecting the agencies likely to be open to a work such as WD, I began my online research of those agencies. Holy crud. I have my work cut out for me. After a total of three hours, I have 6 agencies on my list, with all submission requirements, contact info, etc. My goal is to complete my list within the week, and then, by the end of February, begin sending queries. We'll see how that goes!
Happy 2013?
-The Rambler
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