Weekend Progress

Just a shorty tonight to document this weekend's revision work.

First, I revised the end of my prologue so it concludes with a more powerful image.

Then I rewrote the first chapter. Some changes:

*moved time frame from after school to before
*introduced two characters to set up main character's antagonism with other kids
*added details about the search for main character's missing father
*introduced an adult character's fragile mental state
*brought in a supernatural (fantasy) element up front

And now, at the end of an awesome weekend of writing, my brain is mush.

By the way, have I mentioned how awesome Dave is? Well, he is, for many reasons. But the most recent reason is he's supporting my move to a 4-day workweek so I can have a 3-day block each week dedicated to writing. Starting October 3rd, I'll spend Saturday through Monday rockin' out my book.

Also, he's sending out his Jungle Book baby soon! I'll post cities and dates for that this week...

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