To
write a novel takes a tremendous amount of time and energy. And that is
the chief reason that there are so many people out there who are shocked and
amazed when you do it. I cannot tell you the countless times I have heard, “Oh
I’ve always wanted to write, but….” (Insert any excuse you like there).
The
difference between a writer and a wannabe is actually doing it. Sitting your
butt in the chair every day and logging in the words, that’s what makes you a
writer. And (shhh, don’t let this secret out) it is really not that hard to do.
If you make it a habit, 500 words a day should take no more than a half hour’s
time. You don’t even have to write well. Just 500 words every day. Eventually something
will form and you will have created a story. But, I’m not here to tell you how
to get over the “I wish I could write, but…”. Honestly the writing is the easy
part. It’s the revising and editing that might make you go insane.
So,
after you’ve written and published your work, what then? Are you done, or do
you try to expand into other entertainment avenues? It’s something I’ve been
daydreaming of for a while now.
I
think my Chronicles series would make an excellent Television show. Why TV and
not movies? Because TV series can take the time to really develop your
characters and explore smaller plot lines that tie into the major ones whereas
Film has a limit to squeeze in all the details they can. I love movies, but I
find TV series to be a much better avenue to give a book series time to show
all the goods.
Right
now, it is just a dream, but one I’d love to see come to fruition. You hear
that, universe? I’ve also discovered a site that, from what I can tell, lets
you play around with creating a dream cast. I assume if you get enough support,
someone will take notice. For now, it’s fun to imagine. Click the link and toss
your support in if you’d like. Maybe even suggest an actor of your own too.
So,
Movies, TV series, etc… Ever considered that for your book? If you have, post
in the comments below and tell me about your journey.