A few weeks ago I announced on Facebook that my novel Primeval was finally finished (at least the first draft)—but then, when I was reviewing it while compiling the proof/ARCs to send to pre-readers for critique/feedback prior to publication (for which, BTW, I could use a few more volunteers), I decided that Part III was a little weak, especially when compared to Parts I & II.
So after a few days contemplating where I could enhance/improve it and coming up blank, I shelved the project and let my subconscious work on it for a while…and eventually, the solution was revealed…
So this week I’m beginning what I call “immersion research” to add the missing historical element to Part III, and I’m really looking forward to it, I think the end result will rival that of my novella Forever Anna Day, which I consider to be my best piece to date (as well as the most challenging to write).
(NOTE: Forever Anna Day is also included in my collection Rolling The Bones, available in both trade paperback and hardcover).
And coincidentally, I’ve begun the retiring process from my job, and go down to 1/2-time starting next week, moving toward probable full retirement as of June 1—so as of this weekend/next week I’ll have much more time/energy/opportunity to delve in and get this final component researched and woven into the Primeval narrative…and THEN it’ll be done! (I hope, anyway…)
I still fully anticipate releasing the book this summer, which is looking to weigh in at around 700 – 750 pages…
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