Play On

...by Carrie Underwood

So because my adapter was broken and had to be replaced (it now is, by the way), I had a lot of time to think about my stories. I was really debating taking a break after finishing Stop the World, but after reading reviews once I did manage to get online, I couldn't. I love that my readers love my stories, and as a result, I wouldn't take a break but I would be switching things around.

I don't have the time to write Blackout because it's a long story, and it took me six months to write The Dead Man's Tale. But I really want to use Jeffery Beech's character somehow, so I'm kicking more ideas around. In it's place, I'm putting Foolish Games, a story I wrote around the time I wrote The Dead Man's Tale, but had four chapters to write to finish it. It's more of a story for me, but finishing the story is my main goal and I'm excited to finish it up.

I liked having three days off from writing; it rejuvenated my excitement for my stories. It also made me realize that there were times when I need to take my break for my own sanity, and to ensure I don't consider writing something I have to do when it's something I want to do.

So, as I said, I'm really excited. Plus, I have a western outlined, I'm hoping to start a new pirate story, I want to do a sequel to Heroes & Thieves, and my dream would be to combine the characters from Saving Smiles and Fatal Attraction so the Shadow and the Enigma have a final showdown. Plus, there's that story with Jeffery Beech. So I'm keeping busy and I hope that you readers share my enthusiasm.

Anyways, on with the spoilers...

The last story I wrote before this mishap occured was Until You're Mine. Chapters 25 and 26 are done. And Frankie assumes (rightly or wrongly) about what Lewis says and what Joel adamently claims isn't true.

Stumble has also been updated - Chapter 16 has been posted. Daniel accompanies Gemma to a beach bonfire, and it's then that Gemma realizes other women might actually be interested in him. And she doesn't seem to like that.

Losing Myself in You: Yup, Chapter 15 has been posted. I refuse to spoil it for you (Nice try!) so you should go read it for yourself!

Dangerous

...by Cascada

Let's see. What have I been up to lately? Well, Chapter 21 of Beautiful Disaster has been posted, giving answers and relief to Chapter 20's cliffhanger. Where are Johnny and Izzy? You'll just have to read to find out!

Speaking of Beautiful Disaster, I just wrote Chapter 37 of the story. I can't exactly say what it's about because I don't want to spoil it, but Izzy has a cutlass in her hand and a promise she doesn't intend to keep. I plan to finish writing the story Friday - something else I'm really looking forward to.

Also, Chapter 34 of Brighter Than Anyone was written today. Things seem to get better, but you know me. Nothing as what it seems. ;) Can't say more than that, except Marissa's wedding takes place during this chapter. Or does it? (Sorry, I couldn't resist.)

I finished the Heroes & Thieves outline - a story that I'm looking forward to write because the words just flow so naturally! I've also started the Closer outline (Fatal Attraction's sequel). I'm really excited to write this story too!

Don't Go (Girls and Boys)

...by Fefe Dobson

Well, kiddies, got some huge news for you! But we have some news before then so you'll just have to wait until the end. Ha!

Anyways, Dangerous & Moving has been updated with Chapter 22.

Tomorrow, I plan on finishing Love's Back Pocket! Writing it, at least. I only have to write Chapter 35 and the Epilogue. I'm really excited to finish this because once I finish this story, I can continue Heroes & Thieves.

I wrote Chapter 31 of Brighter Than Anyone today. It's Marissa's bachelorette party, and the girls go to Disneyland. I wrote it in a really different way, though. I don't want to explain it only because I don't want to give too much away (plus, it's somewhat hard to explain).

I also wrote Chapter 35 of Beautiful Disaster as well. It's kind of unnerving though; I'm starting to lose the passion I had for it when I first started. However, I plan to finish it just like I am with my other stories, even though it's a tad harder than I originally anticipated. Only five more chapters to write plus an epilogue.

I am nearly done with my outline for Heroes & Thieves, and it's excruciatingly detailed, which I am very excited about! (Which is probably I'm not as excited about Beautiful Disaster.)

Now... for the news.... I plan to withhold Blackout only because a more pressing matter has slipped into my water and inspired me. I'm planning a sequel to Fatal Attraction! It's untitled and in the early stages, but the muses have spoken. Once I'm finished with the Heroes & Thieves outline, I plan to start on the Fatal Attraction sequel outline. I'm really excited because I have so many ideas I want to exploree with Taylor and The Enigma.

Unappreciated

...by Cherish

Whew, today was interesting for writing! I finished both Chapter 13 for Brighter Than Anyone and Chapter 25 for Dangerous & Moving. Both deal with the same subject. I'll give you a hint - it has to do with a certain intimate act couples engage in when they love each other very much.

Chapter 10 of Love's Back Pocket is also posted. Robert gets slapped. Literally. And Holly feels something she's never really felt before: unrationalized anger.

Finally! Fatal Attraction is finally finished concerning the editing process. The story is complete, error-free! I'm so proud. -wipes away a stray tear- Chapters 22-Epilogue have been edited and reposted!

Hydrobot Attack

...from the Terminator: Salvation soundtrack

I wrote Chapter 12 of Brighter Than Anyone and Chapter 24 of Dangerous & Moving. Things get a little intimate between Jason and Max in the next chapter, if you catch my drift.

I also posted Chapter 10 of Beautiful Disaster. Fun times at South Coast Plaza!

Chapters 19-21 of Fatal Attraction have been edited and reposted on Fictionpress. Only three more to go, and the editing process will be complete! w00t w00t!

Hoist the Colors

...from the Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End soundtrack.

Sorry about the lack of updates yesterday. As expected, I'm busier on the weekends than on weekdays, but that doesn't mean I didn't update and write my stories.

Anyways, I have written Chapter 14 of both Beautiful Disaster and Love's Back Pocket, I have written Chapter 11 of Brighter Than Anyone, and finally, I have written Chapter 23 of Dangerous & Moving. Whew! But lots of stuff happen! Bex and Izzy teach Johnny some sex ed., Holly and Robert engage in their first official session (it doesn't go well), Christian and Andie have another talk about Vanessa, and Jason and Max are in Vegas. w00t w00t!

Also, Chapters 16-18 are edited and posted of both Saving Smiles and Fatal Attraction.

And Chapter 9 of Love's Back Pocket and Chapter 7 of Brighter Than Anyone is posted.

It's Your Love

...by Tim McGraw feat. Faith Hill

Well, I just finished Chapter 10 of Brighter Than Anyone, and I think this is where the drama starts to begin. I mean, it's not overbearing or anything, but the tension that's been brewing starts to increase.

I also finished Chapter 22 of Dangerous & Moving. Both Jason and Max are starting to realize or classify their feelings for each other. And, without giving away anything, their next stop is Vegas. A lot of stuff happens there.

I just posted Chapter 9 of Beautiful Disaster. There's some bonding between Johnny and Bex, as well as some chit-chat about Izzy.

Editing for Chapters 13-15 of Fatal Attraction is finished and reposted.

No One

...by Alicia Keys

I just finished posting the newly edited Chapters 10-12 of Fatal Attraction, which means I'm halfway done with the editing process on that story. w00t! I also posted Chapter 6 of Brighter Than Anyone.

Speaking of which, I finished Chapter 9 of the same story. Did I mention how much I love to write this story? It's from Christian's point of view, so it was rather interesting albeit different to write. I'm happy with it, though.

I also wrote Chapter 21 of Dangerous & Moving. Things are slowly progressing between Jason and Max; did I mention they dance in this chapter? No? Well they do.

And I'm halfway through a decent outline for Love's Back Pocket. Now I just need to finish it, but it'll be relatively easy, I assume.

Falling

...by Emmy Rossum

Well, I just got finished with Chapter 11 of Love's Back Pocket. Interesting chapter there. Let's just say their relationship has changed in some way (though it's not the obvious way you may be thinking of). Earlier this morning, I also finished Chapter 11 of Beautiful Disaster. The relationship between Izzy and Johnny is slower, but both haven't had a realization just yet. It'll come though. When I write romances, I like there to be a connection between the hero and heroine which may take a while, but it'll be worth it... At least, I think it's worth it. :)

I just finished reposting edited chapters (7-9) of Fatal Attraction on FictionPress. I know I should've had them done last night. Oh well.

Borat

I just finished writing Chapter 19 of Dangerous & Moving. I love the dynamic between Jason and Max. I love writing Jason. Very entertaining, at least for me, because I know exactly what he looks like and what he sounds like. I can see him. I hope my readers can see him too.

I also wrote Chapter 7 of Brighter Than Anyone. Interesting stuff. The drama hasn't exactly started yet, but it will soon. Maybe a couple more chapters before the drama begins. Speaking of the story, I posted Chapter 5 of the story. I love writing this! I love Christian and Andie's relationship!

Will hopefully edit the next three chapters of Fatal Attraction and post them later tonight. Hopefully.

Opposites Attract

...by Paula Abdul

I just posted Chapter 7 of Beautiful Disaster. SPOILER ALERT: Izzy allows Johnny to stay with her. What's to come? We'll see!

I also wrote Chapter 18 of Dangerous & Moving. Interesting stuff. I gather there are about 15 more chapters left with this story. Jason's so much fun to write.

After Terminator: Salvation last night (which is amazing, and I highly reccomend it!), I was provided with sufficient enough inspiration and have written Chapter 6 of Brighter Than Anyone. Everything happens now, but after the introduction of Vanessa, things are going to get... hmm, what's the right word? Tense? Dramatic? Those will do!

Today, I edited the next three chapters (4-6) of Fatal Attraction and put them in place of the originals. The editing is coming along, and I love rereading all of my stories.

Bounce in California...

*I have no idea what to title these, so I'm just going to label them with the title of the song I'm listening to.

I just finished Chapter 4 of Brighter Than Anyone.

Tomorrow, I hope to write Chapter 8 for both Beautiful Disaster and Love's Back Pocket.

I posted Chapter 6 of Beautiful Disaster today. I know I said I was going to do it yesterday, but I got caught up with unexpected plans and had absolutely no time. Sorry about the minor delay.

Look for Chapter 6 of Love's Back Pocket some time tomorrow.

I'm also editing Saving Smiles and Fatal Attraction. Chapters 1 through 3 have been edited and reposted.

Whew!