About My Muse…

she is the inspiration for my writing obsession!  after receiving a personal hand-written note from Francine Rivers, i knew that i wanted to be a writer.  she said, " write what you know... write your own stories"  and that is what i strive to do everyday!    
 Francine Rivers

                             the novel that started it all

                       
the mark of the lion series that kept me hooked to Mrs. Francine Rivers

Check this out....from my Muse

Francine Rivers Giveaway


By Francine Rivers


The Francine Rivers Facebook page is well on its way to reaching 100,000 fans. To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving away some fantastic prizes!

Until April 4, you can get a free e-book of Leota’s Garden.* You don’t even need to own an e-reader to take advantage of this special offer.

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And there's more!

Go to Tyndale House Publishers blog for more exciting news and giveaways, including the chance to win a complete Francine Rivers library:

http://www.tyndale.com/blog/?p=1042

* The Leota's Garden e-book may not be available in all countries.

BD:AN is back in action!

That’s right!  The juices are flowing once again for Beautiful Disaster: A Novel!   What gave it the boost?  Could be “The Damascus Way” on the bookshelf; maybe the walk through BAM; perhaps the influence of Mrs. Francine Rivers; whatever it is, I’m grateful for the muse.  Pen to paper, fingers to keys; the chapters are being written in hopes of finishing it this time around.  But, I must give all credit and glory to my Abba Father.  It is only by Your grace and the voice of the Spirit that gives me the words to record.  Thank you!

keepingthefaith! through the novel,

lauriek

a momentary pause…

I have not given up… just taking a break.  NaNoWriMo definitely helped in my progress, but other things have taken precedence over BD:AN.  I have a good chunk printed out and passed around for others to read.  We shall see their reactions and continue from there.  Thanks for your patience.

NaNoWriMo:Success!

54,369 words

16 chapters

139  pages

***and, yet, there is still so much more to go!***

BD:AN progress...

the goal for today...
    finish pages 90-104 in order to connect and make chapters

NaNoWriMo

Well, I have made it to 50,420!  and i still have 5 days left!  i hope to be able to connect pgs 90-104 within the next day or so to have most of the novel connected.  we shall see...



Can't Find the Words...

so maybe this mood i'm in will help to develop some more characters within BD:AN. i could relate to kennedy, ellie, charlie ray, and johnny. we have trials and temptations to make us who we need to be. it's what you do with them that makes the lasting impression. i just want to find what i've been needing...

A Declaration...

I AM A WRITER!!!!
i have made this proclamation for myself as well as others.  i have to keep myself encouraged through this process.  the stories, pictures, and ideas in my head are overflowing and are ready to gush forth.  my first attempt is a successful attempt, so far.

here's to my past that has brought me to my present that leads me to my future.

keepingthefaith!as a writer,
lauriek

My First Project as a Novel Writer

Progress!

Drum roll please.....
   Pages 1-40 have been typed and are ready for read through!
This is due to a wonderful workspace and encouraging family and friends.  But, most of all, a loving and gracious God! 
       Thank you, Abba Father, for Your calling on my life!

keepingthefaith!encouragingly,
lauriek

I Have Found My Place!

after much work and an okay from the rent, keepthfaith!productions has a place of inspiration and dedication.  yes, it may just be a single wall, but it is my escape from everything else around me.  i am able to come sit and savor myself into my writings and works.  thanks mom!

The Coffee within an Arms Reach



The Wall of Inspiration
&
A Place to Escape

keepingthefaith! in a new spot,
lauriek

Encouragement through Progress

pages 1-25! 
thank you, Abba, for the words and the opportunity!  it is only by Your hand that Beautiful Disaster is where she is today.  continue to use me for Your glory; for Your truth vessel.

keepthefaith!
lauriek

A Rapid Flow...

Page 16 and 1/2 and counting!  BD is flowing so smoothly and so quickly!  Who knew I could be a novelist!   This is outstanding!!!  Thank you, Abba, for the gift of words!

keepthefaith!
lauriek

Better than Expected

Beautiful Disaster as a novel was a swell idea!!  Absolutely suprised at how quick, deep, and detailed it is all coming together.  Makes me feel good to be back at it once more.  Have been getting great feedback from family and friends who are graciously taking the time to read and critique.  Thanks, buddy, for being my ghost writer!  It will definately pay off in the end.   Here's to the next 10 pages!

keepthefaith!
lauriek

It has Started!

today i began on the new route of Beautiful Disaster.
it is going much quicker and easier than i thought it would.  it is actually refreshing to be working on BD once more.  for some reason i just feel deeply connected to each character in this story.  i haven't attempted writing a novel before.  it is actually relaxing.  i've been able to escape once more as i did before while working on the screenplay.  i'm excited that i'm able to develop the characters, the background, and the story much deeper than i was with the screenplay.  we'll see how things turn up.

keepthefaith!
lauriek

A Different Route...

So with the help from my ghost, I've decided to try something different with BEAUTIFUL DISASTER...

I guess you could call it a change of venue, the same goal, just a new way of getting to it

We'll see if this will make things flow a little bit smoother and help to come to an ending much faster

keepthefaith!
lauriek

A New Idea...

"Aven"
...means wickedness

I've jotted a few ideas on where i want to go with it.  Have had the name for a couple months now.  The idea is finally coming into play in my head.   We shall see what comes of it.

Muses:
   Stand in the Rain-- superchic
   Beautiful Disaster---John somebody... sorry dont remember the name

keepthefaith!
lauriek

A Quote from A Comrad...

"There’s a consensus that we’re just not made for the 9-5. We’re not better than that, we want to work hard, we just don’t do well in traditional circumstances. For the first time I’m starting to feel like God is saying it’s ok to come off the farm, it’s okay to be who I am, a little crazy, a little awkward, and burning with creativity.
I can’t wait."  http://stuartharlancone.com/blog/

I'm right there with you Stu!  And I feel that God is throwing the doors wide open for many possiblities... for you and for me, my friend!
 
keepthefaith!
lauriek

He is Faithful...

...to those who are faithful to Him.

He said, Look at the lillies of the fields and the birds of the air.  If I can care for them, then I can care for you even more.

And that's what He has done!   I am in His Hands and walking His plan.

What will happen next?  I don't know, but I will trust in Him!


keepthefaith!
lauriek

A leap of faith...

Wow!  So God does put us in situations to test our faith.   It was a giant one, but it was done.

I am seeing Beautiful Disaster as my own life's story...   I will elaborate when I have more time.


keepthefaith!
lauriek