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Scrapped Projects
Some stories did not make the cut, at least not for a while.
Medieval Order of the Scarlett Skye
Concept: Fantasy setting. Four adventurers with different goals are pursuing evils that caused misfortune in their lives. A fighter searches for her brother, an undead knight is out to stop a sorcerer's invasion, a newlywed bride seeks to revive her slain husband, a magic-wielding shepherd is just plain bored watching sheep all day. Each has a form of creature companion that is at least part of the journey.
Reason for Scrapping: Started to read a bit like a fan-fic
Chance of Re-visiting: High, if all else is complete
Birds of a Quill
Concept: In the 1800's, a poetess helps a man passing by who collapses in front of her homestead. Turns out the man is a well known writer who in passing suggests she should share her writings, which she tried kept very secret. The notion becomes more attractive to the poetess over time, curious to see if anyone would like reading her collection while hiding under her pen name.
Misfortune comes in the form of the writer being alcohol and drug addicted (long before drug addiction was considered a problem), a brush with death when visiting a friend, and a revelation that the famed writer perhaps has unearned praise. Not a romantic story, but perhaps a respectful friendship by the end.
Reason for scrapping: Found similar exists, heavy on the drama.
Chances of Re-visiting: Medium
Fayethe (working title)
Concept: Early 1980's, a college student finds himself in supernatural trouble coming home from the study hall late at night. Dragged into the woods, 'good fortune' has him finding a sword that he wields as a last resort of defence. The transparent prismatic sword is neither ordinary nor his find of it chance circumstance. Torn between a life between student and defender from evil, he must balance the two...then he finds out his best friend is interested in dating, but with God all things are possible.
Reason for Scrapping: Duplicated, from the time of concept to now, a long running series called Supernatural makes this look like a reasonable copy.
Chance of Re-visitng: Low. Parts of this may be cut up and put into another story (or stories)
Misfortune comes in the form of the writer being alcohol and drug addicted (long before drug addiction was considered a problem), a brush with death when visiting a friend, and a revelation that the famed writer perhaps has unearned praise. Not a romantic story, but perhaps a respectful friendship by the end.
Reason for scrapping: Found similar exists, heavy on the drama.
Chances of Re-visiting: Medium
Della's Story
Concept: Diary discovered by two grandchildren of Della who lived in the early part of the 20th century. In the roaring 1920's, Della meets a young man in training to become a policeman. Their families are all for the wedding. Post-marriage, prohibition begins, Della find her husband spends all of his off-duty hours in his chair drinking confiscated goods, shouting orders, and lashing out when he doesn't get what he wants fast enough. Della escapes to a family/friend's house just as the depression hits, but determined to start life anew.
Reason for Scrapping: Heavy drama became too heavy and much more dark tone than I wanted to spend many pages pulling anyone through (even myself as a reader). Although there's the lift at the end, not a cross I was wanting to bear.
Chance of Re-visiting: Low. If out of ideas, develop as a serious dramatic writer, may take a look or try again with changes.
The real question is, if I pursued I pursue a project, is it one I would enjoy? Would I want to read it? If I am not a fan, there is good reason that others would not be a fan also.
Medieval Order of the Scarlett Skye
Concept: Fantasy setting. Four adventurers with different goals are pursuing evils that caused misfortune in their lives. A fighter searches for her brother, an undead knight is out to stop a sorcerer's invasion, a newlywed bride seeks to revive her slain husband, a magic-wielding shepherd is just plain bored watching sheep all day. Each has a form of creature companion that is at least part of the journey.
Reason for Scrapping: Started to read a bit like a fan-fic
Chance of Re-visiting: High, if all else is complete
Birds of a Quill
Concept: In the 1800's, a poetess helps a man passing by who collapses in front of her homestead. Turns out the man is a well known writer who in passing suggests she should share her writings, which she tried kept very secret. The notion becomes more attractive to the poetess over time, curious to see if anyone would like reading her collection while hiding under her pen name.
Misfortune comes in the form of the writer being alcohol and drug addicted (long before drug addiction was considered a problem), a brush with death when visiting a friend, and a revelation that the famed writer perhaps has unearned praise. Not a romantic story, but perhaps a respectful friendship by the end.
Reason for scrapping: Found similar exists, heavy on the drama.
Chances of Re-visiting: Medium
Fayethe (working title)
Concept: Early 1980's, a college student finds himself in supernatural trouble coming home from the study hall late at night. Dragged into the woods, 'good fortune' has him finding a sword that he wields as a last resort of defence. The transparent prismatic sword is neither ordinary nor his find of it chance circumstance. Torn between a life between student and defender from evil, he must balance the two...then he finds out his best friend is interested in dating, but with God all things are possible.
Reason for Scrapping: Duplicated, from the time of concept to now, a long running series called Supernatural makes this look like a reasonable copy.
Chance of Re-visitng: Low. Parts of this may be cut up and put into another story (or stories)
Misfortune comes in the form of the writer being alcohol and drug addicted (long before drug addiction was considered a problem), a brush with death when visiting a friend, and a revelation that the famed writer perhaps has unearned praise. Not a romantic story, but perhaps a respectful friendship by the end.
Reason for scrapping: Found similar exists, heavy on the drama.
Chances of Re-visiting: Medium
Della's Story
Concept: Diary discovered by two grandchildren of Della who lived in the early part of the 20th century. In the roaring 1920's, Della meets a young man in training to become a policeman. Their families are all for the wedding. Post-marriage, prohibition begins, Della find her husband spends all of his off-duty hours in his chair drinking confiscated goods, shouting orders, and lashing out when he doesn't get what he wants fast enough. Della escapes to a family/friend's house just as the depression hits, but determined to start life anew.
Reason for Scrapping: Heavy drama became too heavy and much more dark tone than I wanted to spend many pages pulling anyone through (even myself as a reader). Although there's the lift at the end, not a cross I was wanting to bear.
Chance of Re-visiting: Low. If out of ideas, develop as a serious dramatic writer, may take a look or try again with changes.
The real question is, if I pursued I pursue a project, is it one I would enjoy? Would I want to read it? If I am not a fan, there is good reason that others would not be a fan also.
Let's Chat on Facebook! Aegelis Story Discussions
Discussion group to ask & answer questions, share insights & ideas, provide comments, or recommend corrections. Topics do not need to be related to the author or works, but as a moderated forum, courtesy and decorum is a must.
Please keep posts related to a story discussion of some sort and family-friendly for approval.
Link is here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/16214...
or search, "Aegelis Story Discussions"
Please keep posts related to a story discussion of some sort and family-friendly for approval.
Link is here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/16214...
or search, "Aegelis Story Discussions"
Specks of Shadows, Flecks of Light now available for e-book pre-order!
Specks of Shadows, Flecks of Light now available for e-book pre-order! As a special, 5% off l until Thursday's release:
☀️🌒⭐️🐿🦜🌳❤️
"Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing world of flash fiction, poetry and short stories, where boundaries between reality and fantasy dissolve, leaving behind an intoxicating fusion of raw emotions and fantastical imaginings. Prepare to be captivated by an anthology praised as a tapestry of beauty, and brilliance, brimming with pithy wit, and atomic bursts of creativity. Delve into the depths where heavy shadows intertwine with gleeful light, exploring profoundness beneath the surface."
☀️🌒⭐️🐿🦜🌳❤️
Paperback and hard cover will be available February 22nd.
https://a.co/d/iLJezAJ
☀️🌒⭐️🐿🦜🌳❤️
"Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing world of flash fiction, poetry and short stories, where boundaries between reality and fantasy dissolve, leaving behind an intoxicating fusion of raw emotions and fantastical imaginings. Prepare to be captivated by an anthology praised as a tapestry of beauty, and brilliance, brimming with pithy wit, and atomic bursts of creativity. Delve into the depths where heavy shadows intertwine with gleeful light, exploring profoundness beneath the surface."
☀️🌒⭐️🐿🦜🌳❤️
Paperback and hard cover will be available February 22nd.
https://a.co/d/iLJezAJ
Tornado of Emotions
Releasing a book is a tornado of emotions each and every time, as I'm sure a lot of authors will agree. Usually, this torrent spins up over one question, "What if everybody thinks the book sucks?"
A valid concern, as candidly many books do fall short in truly connecting in the eyes of various readers (myself included). But, an art is an art, so I would applaud an author's earnest attempt at a new creation.
Some may think all authors are looking to become best-sellers or are deep down seeking acceptance. Well, I think I've disproven the point by now, but if not, may I present to you my offerings? :D
Acceptance and best-sellers would be nice, surely, but the heart of motivation is the heart of motivation. To clarify, a person's passionate spirit provides joy for a work regardless of outcome. Writing is no different than anything else we place our efforts into, just has a more visible results and invites judgment because books are a form of entertainment or teaching.
My friends, be bold, be strong, for the Lord your God is with you, so that in all your labours, your work is pleasing in His eyes, a joy for you yourself to behold, and accepted by those who ultimately accept you.
A valid concern, as candidly many books do fall short in truly connecting in the eyes of various readers (myself included). But, an art is an art, so I would applaud an author's earnest attempt at a new creation.
Some may think all authors are looking to become best-sellers or are deep down seeking acceptance. Well, I think I've disproven the point by now, but if not, may I present to you my offerings? :D
Acceptance and best-sellers would be nice, surely, but the heart of motivation is the heart of motivation. To clarify, a person's passionate spirit provides joy for a work regardless of outcome. Writing is no different than anything else we place our efforts into, just has a more visible results and invites judgment because books are a form of entertainment or teaching.
My friends, be bold, be strong, for the Lord your God is with you, so that in all your labours, your work is pleasing in His eyes, a joy for you yourself to behold, and accepted by those who ultimately accept you.
Podcast Interview: Strangers In Common
Once upon a time, there was an indie author who talked a lot. This is his (my) story:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ANeo...
Special thanks to Neil Benson and his Strangers In Common podcast.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ANeo...
Special thanks to Neil Benson and his Strangers In Common podcast.
City Archangel Clara & Signals At Sea Updates
Woke up at around 4 a.m. to write down the ending for City Archangel Clara. I'm about 1/4 or 1/3 complete, depending on who does what in the story. Excited to finish, but will probably be another year at this pace.
Came up with the ending for Signals At Sea a few days ago and started on episode 5. Thank you for reading along this crazy collaboration! We're at a halfway point or more, I think, so it's going to explore a bit more, crescendo upcoming, and then resolution. The direction from here on is likely to be sci-fi with character development and comedic elements.
Came up with the ending for Signals At Sea a few days ago and started on episode 5. Thank you for reading along this crazy collaboration! We're at a halfway point or more, I think, so it's going to explore a bit more, crescendo upcoming, and then resolution. The direction from here on is likely to be sci-fi with character development and comedic elements.
