Revision of “Into the Forest Shadows,” the SF Little Red Riding Hood adaptation, is progressing at a good clip (no pun intended – see below). I’m aiming to have most of the revision finished by May, and I’m on-track to do that. I’m planning out the big type-in revision right now. Which means a lot of study of the first draft to see what went right and what went wrong, what stands out and what is mediocre (or even bad). I’m coming up with a lot of great stuff to clarify or to add to make it better. Not so much *add*, but more like finding some brilliant Muse Bombs scattered about (named by Holly Lisle for those wonderful little unexpected things your subconscious mind drops into the story as you are writing). The good part is that I see only a handful of problem scenes with only two critically flawed. That is so fixable!

I’ve also started the planning on a new novel idea that I’m hoping to have the planning done in time for NaNoWriMo in November. The new novel is currently called “Lost Garden of Dreams.” It’s science fiction (as usual) with a sub-genre of Young Adult Adventure. However, it could turn into Young Adult Science Fiction depending on how the writing comes out. I’m content to see where the planning and writing takes me on that.

Last, but not least, today was haircut day! And I lost about 5 inches, possibly a little more. We didn’t measure it this time. Wow, my head feels lighter! Tis a great way to start out the new year.

Have to keep the Muse happy while the Internal Editor is happily slaving away at novel revisions.They seem to get jealous of each other if one gets to play and the other doesn't.

Here is the concept of the 2 Year Novel (I don't think it'll take that long to finish. I'm guessing September to November the first draft will be finished.):

For a teen with red and purple hair and an opinion on just about everything, her Grandmothers constant admonition to “Always wear the red hood and cape I made you while in the forest” rankled. However, when a chance came to get out of a claustrophobic city and out into the forest of giant trees, she took it. Unfortunately, secrets, a possible planetary conspiracy, moving trees and other mysteries awaited her at Grandmothers house. And just where was Grandma, anyway?

Still no title

In other news, Mother Hen cut my hair. A full 8 inches! Wow, does my head feel lighter. Maybe this will help with the headaches. Thick hair and long hair just don't mix!