Snippet Sunday group from facebook, not us, but many of our participants do both, is HERE
I have a confession to make. I've been hiding behind excuses, (that I was going to look for an agent, that I was going to try for conventional publishing). I was actually scared stupid by a paralyzing case of writer's neurosis. It took a while to see what I was doing. Then it took even longer to take a step to move past it. This weekend, I'm taking a couple of steps. One of them is to start sharing some snippets from the story.
I've decided to self-publish. :-)
I've decided to self-publish. :-)
The book is called "Emmily, Unbound" and it's a contemporary romance with scifi elements. It's in First person--a big change for me.
Could be wonky punctuation to keep within the #wewriwa guidelines.
I'll just start at the beginning. ;-)
I'll just start at the beginning. ;-)
The snippet:
That's
it for this week. Thanks for visiting! I am truly grateful for
comments, suggestions, and for you taking the time to read it.
I’ve given away everything that doesn’t fit in my car.
Murphy, my little Cocker-mutt, jumps inside, taking his place in the passenger
seat. After I hug my neighbor, I tell my ex-coworker, Addie—who’s come to see me
off—to stop worrying. “I’ll call, really, I will. I’m not moving to another
planet, you know. The mountains are only five hours away, so come visit me when you get a chance.”
As I drive away, I’m a model of stoicism. What else do
I have left? I’m not angry anymore, just sad.
I loved the snippet and wanted it to continue 🤗
ReplyDeleteWell done, Teresa. I am right there with her . . . and I have lots of questions I can't wait to have answered.
ReplyDeleteGreat intro. Raises all kinds of questions...and that makes me want to read more. Good luck with self-publishing. I'm happy to help in any way I can. I've been self-pubbing for 8 yrs.
ReplyDeleteThis snippet grabbed me in my heart. She is so ready to change her life and what a dear little dog who will be her pal. . .or something. Hugs,my friend,always.
ReplyDeleteBravo for sharing, Teresa! I'm so psyched you're going to self-publish! The snippet is a wonderful hook--just enough info that the reader must have more. That includes me! :)
ReplyDeleteA great introduction! I have so many questions and look forward to reading more!
ReplyDeleteIntriguing start, glad she's keeping her dog, can't wait to read more. Great snippet!
ReplyDeleteTeresa, yay! I'm SO happy you're planning to self-publish! Let me know if there's anything I can do to help. Your talent needs to be shared with the world! <3
ReplyDeleteSo why is she leaving? And (putting on my psychologist's hat) is there any parallel between her giving away everything and your decision to flee the world of traditional publishing?
ReplyDeleteVery intriguing beginning.
ReplyDeleteI love the way this snippet poses so many questions. Why is she leaving and giving away all her possessions? Intriguing - and Im glad she's taking her little dog with her.
ReplyDeleteLovely opening. Of course, when you say "I’m not moving to another planet" my spidey-senses instantly wonder if that's foreshadowing :)
ReplyDeleteThis snippet just makes you curious on many levels. Well done.
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