Pictures

There is a mirror in my book, that helps Ava. My brother in law drew a quick sketch of how I pictured it and here it is.

Moving forward

I got my critique back and they pretty much love everything. The title, the story line, the characters. The only thing that needed work was my grammar and I was not surprised at that.
I have now fixed what they have asked me to, and have filled out a sheet, that they send out to publishers, and keep in their data base for publisher to search. I am so excited.
Oh and my brother in law Dave Allen is drawing more sketches of things in the book. I will post them soon, as they are brilliant.
Right now things are looking good, not expecting it to happen over night though. I know it is still a long process. Just enjoying the ride, where ever it takes me.

Distractions

Sometimes I will be in the zone, and I am in my world of half elves and keepers. My fingers will be flying over the keys and I know exactly where I am going and it is all flowing out. That is when I hear "Muuuuuuuuuuum" and it all goes, I get lost and deal with whatever is going on with my kids and then try and find my way back into where I was.
I do wear headphones most of the time when I write, and sometimes that doean't block it out. I love my kids and they bring happiness to my life, and they also bring ciaos.

Critique

So my book is being critiqued right now. I will have to see how much needs to be changed, I am sure my grammar needs it. I am nervous and excited at the same time, it still does not seem real and I am worried I will wake up.
I have started work on the second book, and I am really enjoying it. I have missed it. I am ready for a new exciting journey, and I can not wait to go on it. It is funny how everything around you can influence your writing.