Tag!

Yes, after all this time I finally got tagged, and since it means I don’t have to think up an idea for a post, why not? The rules seem to be just to answer the questions and tag three more people, and that’s so easy it’s like not blogging at all.

Now everyone go see Kate Larkindale and give her a virtual hug.

The Questions

What are you working on right now?

Several things. An adult horror project (more than one, really), a YA apocalyptic that’s getting so close to being queryable I can almost taste it, and a YA paranormal/apocalyptic.

How does it differ from other works in its genre?

Well, the horror projects aren’t exactly a book (it’s…complicated). The first YA is about the beginning of total societal collapse through the eyes of a (formerly) sheltered teenager. The third one, which is still pretty fresh, is both paranormal and apocalyptic. I haven’t seen that much.

Why do you write what you do?

I write what I like and I like stories of fear and desperation where there might not be any way out. No, I’m not depressed.

How does your writing process work?

First draft is easy. I sit down, crank up some music, and write. Then comes editing, where I have to fill in the gaps, make notes of what works and what doesn’t, what needs more and what needs less, then I fix all the mistakes I’ve made. At that point it just might be ready to be critiqued by other people, and when I get it back, I start from the beginning of the revision line. Whee.

All right, so who am I tagging?

Melissa Maygrove

Crystal Collier

And MJ Fifield

Just so you guys know I’m thinking of you and if you like, you have a possible blog post mostly written. My gift to you.

Another Award

A little while ago, Gwengave me the Daisy award, which sounded like a lot of fun.

As usual, I’m supposed to thank the giver, so thanks Gwen : ). How nice of you to think of me…coming up with seven weird things about myself, which is the second part of the award rules. So here we go:

Seven Weird Things About Me

1.  I can’t stand the feel of certain fabrics, like velvet. To me, squeaking chalk on a blackboard sounds like velvet feels. Is that weird? Well, I guess that’s the point.

2.  I might not be able to recognize actors by sight, but 26 years of cartoon watching has allowed me to recognize them by voice.

3.  Sometimes I slip quotes from TV shows into conversations just to see if anyone notices. I do it in posts, too. Just so you know.

4.  I don’t drink alcohol. It’s not that I’m against it—go ahead and get smashed if you want, it’s not my business—it just all tastes the same to me: gross. I’m also not thrilled with pork products (something I have in common with Gwen), most forms of cheese, and egg yolks (the whites are fine).

5.  When I feel restless or tense, I almost always file my nails. It makes me feel like I’m doing something even when I’m not.

6.  I check my shoes for spiders before I put them on. Although I don’t think this is weird as much as it is prudent. I’ve found spiders in there before.

7.  I have no problem eating most vegetables as long as they’re not cooked. Raw, fresh broccoli? Love it. Steamed? Barf. Dipped in cheese? Gag.

Of course I have to pass it on to other bloggers, but I have a much lazier better idea: consider this award yours just for looking at it. I know they’re silly, but they’re fun too, so if you want a new award then please, reveal seven weird things about yourself : ).

Sunshine

K S Colliergave me the Sunshine award.

Isn’t that nice of her? : ) Thanks so much for thinking of me. When given this award, one is supposed to respond in the following way:

    Thank the person who gave you the award and link back to them.

    Write a post about it.

    Answer the questions below.

    Pass it on to 10 bloggers who you think really deserve it and let them know.

As for the questions…

Favorite color: I don’t have a particular favorite, but I prefer dark shades of pretty much anything.

Favorite animal: Cats!

Favorite number: 4. Although 2 is pretty awesome, being an even prime number. And if we get into imaginary numbers…

Favorite non-alcoholic drink: Iced Tea.

Facebook or Twitter: Twitter!

My passion: Writing, obviously. But also anything else that has to do with words and letters, like reading and etymology.

Getting or giving presents: They both drive me crazy. I have trouble picking out gifts for people and can’t stand it when I can’t pick out something for myself. Yes, I'm difficult : P

Favorite pattern: Nothing in particular.

Favorite day of the week: None in particular.

Favorite flower: Again, none in particular, although I would say I prefer planted flowers to cut ones.

The ten people I’ll pass on this award to:

Kaylie Austen

Krista McLaughlin

Julia King

Angela and Tia

Miranda Hardy

Michelle Pickett

Gwen

Julie Maughon

Liz

Jessica McKendry

I don't know for sure if any of you like awards, but I thought I'd give it to you anyway just to make sure you know how awesome you are. Enjoy!