So it was storming outside this afternoon in Miami. It still looks like it’s night outside my window, but storm has passed. So instead of editing like I should, I’m playing with a photo editor. I think I had too much fun or the cold ease is getting to me. Either way, this is the first of quite a few pictures.
This week has been interesting. I listened to Malle Vallik yesterday from Harlequin at our monthly meeting, and she intrigues me. I met her at Nationals briefly and now that I know she edited the Love and Laughter series, I’m a total fan girl. We talked books. And I hope she found amazing deals while she went shopping here in Miami. And that her flight left before this rain.
Anyhow I’m getting excited my books are coming out besides writing more stuff. YEAH! A friend of mine, Sheena Snow, recently sold her first novel and I’m so excited for her too.
So now I’ve got to dump this cold in my nose and get better. Life is too much fun to be sitting around my place with tissues. (So not pretty.) Which is why I chose the artsy girl in the red dress walking past my coming out in December novel to cheer me up pic.)
Life is going great, and I wish everyone success and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a rainstorm in Miami affect a writer’s productivity?
A Miami rainstorm can disrupt a writer’s planned work, as described in this post where the author abandoned editing in favor of playing with a photo editor during an afternoon storm. Rather than forcing productivity, the writer used the downtime creatively, experimenting with photo editing and reflecting on the week’s highlights, turning an unproductive moment into a lighthearted creative outlet.
What is the Harlequin Love and Laughter series?
The Harlequin Love and Laughter series was a romance imprint edited by Malle Vallik at Harlequin. Vallik, who was noted for her work on this series, attended a writers’ monthly meeting in Miami where she connected with local authors. The series focused on lighthearted, humorous romantic fiction and inspired genuine fan enthusiasm among romance writers familiar with her editorial work.
Is it better to push through writing when sick or take a break?
This blog post leans toward pushing through, even while battling a cold. The author expresses frustration at being stuck at home with tissues, eager to get back to life and work because, as she puts it, ‘life is too much fun to be sitting around.’ The underlying message suggests that motivation and excitement about upcoming book releases can outweigh the desire to rest.
