Huge advance?
Best-selling book?
Fame, Money, Recognition?
Well, granted, I've not well-acquainted with any of those things, so you can take what I have to say with a grain of salt, but I'm willing to bet that most writers, no matter who they are, will agree that the biggest satisfaction they get is actually
Finishing. Something.
Writing that last sentence.
That final word.
Yes, I know there are many drafts involved, and lots of editing, but when you finally get to
The. End.
of a project you've been working on, there is immense satisfaction.
Today, I finished a 10,000 word short story I've been working on, based loosely on a true story of saving a wild kitten. And that wonderful feeling, when you know you've nailed it, got it to the right place, finished the final sentence that wraps it up and says what you want to say - is just a pretty darn good feeling.
I'll let you know when this one is ready to read. It might be part of an anthology or I may do something else with it.
But for now, it sits on my desk, printed out and ready for another read-through and round of editing, but mostly, it is *big yay*
Finished!
6 comments:
I've never written a book.... but after a few large projects, I think I have an inkling of how that must feel!
Congrats!
I've never written a book.... but after a few large projects, I think I have an inkling of how that must feel!
Congrats!
You're right, Linda. Even though I had one book published it didn't match the elation of writing "The End".
Patti
Thanks for stopping by, Dreaming and Patti! Yes, all projects feel good when they are finished. For a writer, it feels like you've been working your way out of a maze, and finally see daylight at the end. It's the most awesome feeling! :-)
Congrats for the finished, Linda! Don't forget to celebrate your high! Might I suggest a glass of bubbly? Enjoy your moment!
I agree, I think finishing the first draft is such a huge relief, especially if it's a big piece. I often have a strange sense of disbelief at this point. Each time it's a big achievement. The pic of the kitten, btw, is adorable!
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