D.P. Davidson's Blog, page 13
November 27, 2012
There Are Days...
When I am exceedingly, and unabashedly productive. They are also far and few between so I take them where I can get them.
Today was one of those days, and I shall dream of today's successes through the night.
Firstly, I got up. In the morning. Sometimes that is a big deal all by itself. After that I did that whole mom/teachery thing. Always a barrel of monkeys.
Now for the good stuff. I collaborated with my cover girl (not the makeup) on the cover for my second book, and it looks A-MAZ-ING. So happy.
After that I reviewed the corrections made by my first draft editor (I shall call her Eagle-Eyes Jerome, and she shall be my eagle eyes), and corrected all the "holes" to "wholes" and added a bunch of "s's" which are my achilles heel. AND THEN, I worked on the book.
I completed over 1,500 hundred words which equates to roughly five pages which, added to the 4,000 words over the last four days, comes to an entire chapter. Holla!
Somebody help me, I'm on fire!
And the neat-o cherry on top of this day o'productiveness? Cast thine eyes to the top right of this page. See that? It's my countdown widget. It's counting down the days until my book's release. And I can look at it without feeling a heavy sense of doom.
One final unrelated note: my son left his coat at my gramma's house over Thanksgiving. Realizing it would probably fit his own son before we got it back, she mailed it to us (so sweet). We got the box today, and it took twenty minutes to open. Every available corner was ducktaped into oblivion. We pretty much destroyed the box in our effort to get to the jacket, and you know what? The ducktape still remains intact. The box, not so much.
Today was one of those days, and I shall dream of today's successes through the night.
Firstly, I got up. In the morning. Sometimes that is a big deal all by itself. After that I did that whole mom/teachery thing. Always a barrel of monkeys.
Now for the good stuff. I collaborated with my cover girl (not the makeup) on the cover for my second book, and it looks A-MAZ-ING. So happy.
After that I reviewed the corrections made by my first draft editor (I shall call her Eagle-Eyes Jerome, and she shall be my eagle eyes), and corrected all the "holes" to "wholes" and added a bunch of "s's" which are my achilles heel. AND THEN, I worked on the book.
I completed over 1,500 hundred words which equates to roughly five pages which, added to the 4,000 words over the last four days, comes to an entire chapter. Holla!
Somebody help me, I'm on fire!
And the neat-o cherry on top of this day o'productiveness? Cast thine eyes to the top right of this page. See that? It's my countdown widget. It's counting down the days until my book's release. And I can look at it without feeling a heavy sense of doom.
One final unrelated note: my son left his coat at my gramma's house over Thanksgiving. Realizing it would probably fit his own son before we got it back, she mailed it to us (so sweet). We got the box today, and it took twenty minutes to open. Every available corner was ducktaped into oblivion. We pretty much destroyed the box in our effort to get to the jacket, and you know what? The ducktape still remains intact. The box, not so much.
November 21, 2012
Let the Countdown Begin...
They (don't ask me who "they" are) say that when a person makes a goal that person should tell everyone they've ever met about said goal as it encourages accountability. A body is more likely to complete a goal if a lot of people know about it. So, you know, if you succeed they (your friends) can say "yay!"
On the flip side if you fail they can frown, and shake their heads in disapproval.
"That's neat, Random Pants," I hear you all saying, "but what's your point?" Well hold on Impatient! I'm gettin' there.
I registered for my Spring classes this week (come back! I promise I'm not off on a tangent) so my free time is quickly slipping away. Thus, I've made a goal (see, it all comes together). My plan is to have the sequel to Push (Push Back - save your snickers) published by January 13, 2013 - the day before my classes start. That gives me roughly fifty three day (at the time of this post) to complete, edit and proof my book, and I think I can do it. I'm so confident, in fact, that I'm foolishly posting it here as a declaration to the world. Or to however many actually read my blog.
I was looking for a countdown widget, but could only find a Mother's Day or World Cup countdown. It was weird. I could continue to search for a widget, but that would cut into my writing time, and nobody wants that. So, unless somebody wants to help me out (hint, hint) you'll all just have to keep count on your fingers.
One last item of business - the word of the day.
Bamboozeled.
Courtesy of my buddy C.C.
You're welcome.
On the flip side if you fail they can frown, and shake their heads in disapproval.
"That's neat, Random Pants," I hear you all saying, "but what's your point?" Well hold on Impatient! I'm gettin' there.
I registered for my Spring classes this week (come back! I promise I'm not off on a tangent) so my free time is quickly slipping away. Thus, I've made a goal (see, it all comes together). My plan is to have the sequel to Push (Push Back - save your snickers) published by January 13, 2013 - the day before my classes start. That gives me roughly fifty three day (at the time of this post) to complete, edit and proof my book, and I think I can do it. I'm so confident, in fact, that I'm foolishly posting it here as a declaration to the world. Or to however many actually read my blog.
I was looking for a countdown widget, but could only find a Mother's Day or World Cup countdown. It was weird. I could continue to search for a widget, but that would cut into my writing time, and nobody wants that. So, unless somebody wants to help me out (hint, hint) you'll all just have to keep count on your fingers.
One last item of business - the word of the day.
Bamboozeled.
Courtesy of my buddy C.C.
You're welcome.
Let the Countdown Begin...
They (don't ask me who "they" are) say that when a person makes a goal that person should tell everyone they've ever met about said goal as it encourages accountability. A body is more likely to complete a goal if a lot of people know about it. So, you know, if you succeed they (your friends) can say "yay!"
On the flip side if you fail they can frown, and shake their heads in disapproval.
"That's neat, Random Pants," I hear you all saying, "but what's your point?" Well hold on Impatient! I'm gettin' there.
I registered for my Spring classes this week (come back! I promise I'm not off on a tangent) so my free time is quickly slipping away. Thus, I've made a goal (see, it all comes together). My plan is to have the sequel to Push (Push Back - save your snickers) published by January 13, 2013 - the day before my classes start. That gives me roughly fifty three days (at the time of this post) to complete, edit, and proof my book, and I think I can do it. I'm so confident, in fact, that I'm foolishly posting it here as a declaration to the world. Or to however many people actually read my blog.
I was looking for a countdown widget, but could only find a Mother's Day or World Cup countdown. It was weird. I could continue to search for a widget, but that would cut into my writing time, and nobody wants that. So, unless somebody wants to help me out (hint, hint) you'll all just have to keep count on your fingers.
One last item of business - the word of the day.
Bamboozled.
Courtesy of my buddy C.C.
You're welcome.
On the flip side if you fail they can frown, and shake their heads in disapproval.
"That's neat, Random Pants," I hear you all saying, "but what's your point?" Well hold on Impatient! I'm gettin' there.
I registered for my Spring classes this week (come back! I promise I'm not off on a tangent) so my free time is quickly slipping away. Thus, I've made a goal (see, it all comes together). My plan is to have the sequel to Push (Push Back - save your snickers) published by January 13, 2013 - the day before my classes start. That gives me roughly fifty three days (at the time of this post) to complete, edit, and proof my book, and I think I can do it. I'm so confident, in fact, that I'm foolishly posting it here as a declaration to the world. Or to however many people actually read my blog.
I was looking for a countdown widget, but could only find a Mother's Day or World Cup countdown. It was weird. I could continue to search for a widget, but that would cut into my writing time, and nobody wants that. So, unless somebody wants to help me out (hint, hint) you'll all just have to keep count on your fingers.
One last item of business - the word of the day.
Bamboozled.
Courtesy of my buddy C.C.
You're welcome.
October 24, 2012
Everyone's A Critic...
I must have gotten up on the wrong side of the bed this morning, because this thing is tickin' me off more than it really should. However, I plan to run with it.
I am a novice at all this publishy/promoty type stuff, and as such I'm learning as I go. I realize not everyone is going to appreciate my work, some may even think it's garbage, so I've already set to work on growing me some thicker skin. I just never thought I'd get rude comments about...my own review of my own book.
What fresh aggravation is this?! You've taken time out of your busy schedule to comment...on my review?
Huh.
That was just so unnecessary. Have you read my book? I think not, else why would you spend time commenting on the review. If it bothers you that much, don't read it. I'll never know. Tell all your friends your contention over my glowing self-review. Once again I'll never, ever know.
If it "makes you nervous. Very nervous." to see that I've starred my work into outer space, move on. You won't be the only person who doesn't read it, but you will be the only person who get's a blog post devoted entirely to you, rude thing.
So, I guess there's that. Yay for you!
Now I'm gonna go build a bridge, and get over it.
I am a novice at all this publishy/promoty type stuff, and as such I'm learning as I go. I realize not everyone is going to appreciate my work, some may even think it's garbage, so I've already set to work on growing me some thicker skin. I just never thought I'd get rude comments about...my own review of my own book.
What fresh aggravation is this?! You've taken time out of your busy schedule to comment...on my review?
Huh.
That was just so unnecessary. Have you read my book? I think not, else why would you spend time commenting on the review. If it bothers you that much, don't read it. I'll never know. Tell all your friends your contention over my glowing self-review. Once again I'll never, ever know.
If it "makes you nervous. Very nervous." to see that I've starred my work into outer space, move on. You won't be the only person who doesn't read it, but you will be the only person who get's a blog post devoted entirely to you, rude thing.
So, I guess there's that. Yay for you!
Now I'm gonna go build a bridge, and get over it.
October 5, 2012
Ask D.P. Davidson...
Questions like: Where can I get a copy of Push for my very owns?
Why you can get one here, dear reader:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-D-P-Davids...
Is a preview available?
Absloutely! Right here: https://www.createspace.com/Preview/1...
Can I get Push as an ebook?
Totally!
Here:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B...
Here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/...
And Here:
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW0...
So many formats! So much excitement! So go read it!
Feel free to pose any other questions you have. I promise, I'll answer them.
Word(s) of the day (thanks to my pal C.C.): cahoots and coup
As in: My pal C.C. and I are in cahoots to raise a coup.
How will you use the words of the day today? Let me know.
Why you can get one here, dear reader:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-D-P-Davids...
Is a preview available?
Absloutely! Right here: https://www.createspace.com/Preview/1...
Can I get Push as an ebook?
Totally!
Here:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B...
Here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/...
And Here:
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW0...
So many formats! So much excitement! So go read it!
Feel free to pose any other questions you have. I promise, I'll answer them.
Word(s) of the day (thanks to my pal C.C.): cahoots and coup
As in: My pal C.C. and I are in cahoots to raise a coup.
How will you use the words of the day today? Let me know.
Ask D.P. Davidson...
Questions like: Where can I get a copy of Push for my very owns?
Why you can get one here, dear reader:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-D-P-Davidson/dp/1479344605/ref=sr_1_1_title_1_pap?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1349454172&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
Is a preview available?
Absloutely! Right here: https://www.createspace.com/Preview/1110334
Can I get Push as an ebook?
Totally!
Here:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B008Z6AM3Q/ref=sr_1_1_title_0_main?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1349454172&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
Here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/215210
Here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/id555693216?mt=11
And Here:
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW00000215210/Davidson-D.-P.-Push/1.html
So many formats! So much excitement! So go read it!
Feel free to pose any other questions you have. I promise, I'll answer them.
Word(s) of the day (thanks to my pal C.C.): cahoots and coup. As in: My pal C.C. and I are in cahoots to raise a coup.
How will you use the words of the day today? Let me know.
Why you can get one here, dear reader:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-D-P-Davidson/dp/1479344605/ref=sr_1_1_title_1_pap?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1349454172&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
Is a preview available?
Absloutely! Right here: https://www.createspace.com/Preview/1110334
Can I get Push as an ebook?
Totally!
Here:
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B008Z6AM3Q/ref=sr_1_1_title_0_main?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1349454172&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
Here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/215210
Here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/id555693216?mt=11
And Here:
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW00000215210/Davidson-D.-P.-Push/1.html
So many formats! So much excitement! So go read it!
Feel free to pose any other questions you have. I promise, I'll answer them.
Word(s) of the day (thanks to my pal C.C.): cahoots and coup. As in: My pal C.C. and I are in cahoots to raise a coup.
How will you use the words of the day today? Let me know.
October 3, 2012
A Brief Reminder...
To All My Lovelies:
While Push will be available in paperback very soon (about six days more), you don't have to wait to read it. It is still available as an ebook through Amazon, Smashwords, Apple and Diesel.
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B008Z6AM3Q/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1349289338&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/215210
http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/id555693216?mt=11
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW00000215210/Davidson-D.-P.-Push/1.html
So enjoy in any format!
Oh right, I forgot to tell you - Push will be available in paperback in about six days. Here's a sneak preview:
https://www.createspace.com/4000891
While Push will be available in paperback very soon (about six days more), you don't have to wait to read it. It is still available as an ebook through Amazon, Smashwords, Apple and Diesel.
http://www.amazon.com/Push-ebook/dp/B008Z6AM3Q/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1349289338&sr=1-1&keywords=push+d.p.+davidson
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/215210
http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/push/id555693216?mt=11
http://www.diesel-ebooks.com/item/SW00000215210/Davidson-D.-P.-Push/1.html
So enjoy in any format!
Oh right, I forgot to tell you - Push will be available in paperback in about six days. Here's a sneak preview:
https://www.createspace.com/4000891
October 2, 2012
This Is A Test...
From where I sit it looks like I have a blog here on Goodreads. Yay! I hope that's what this means. Otherwise shenanigans!
Word of the day = shenanigans. See how many times you can embed it into your conversations.
The word for tomorrow will be subterfuge.
Let me know how many times you used it. You might win a prize. Probably not.
Also if this be my Goodreads specific blog, I herenow declare the second installment of Push (working title Push Back) will be available by the Spring of 2013.
Word of the day = shenanigans. See how many times you can embed it into your conversations.
The word for tomorrow will be subterfuge.
Let me know how many times you used it. You might win a prize. Probably not.
Also if this be my Goodreads specific blog, I herenow declare the second installment of Push (working title Push Back) will be available by the Spring of 2013.
Say It Ain't So...
I learned a painful truth today - not everyone likes me.
Let me clarify. I have run into a couple of people who don't like me, but it never worried me much. I just figured they 1.) were a big jerk anyway, or 2.) would come to love me once they got to know me.
Evidently number two is not correct.
I know this woman. I like her, we get along, we seem to agree on some things, she's a nice a lady.
She does not like me.
I am thankful that in spite of that fact she has always been civil to me. She's never been unkind, or raised her voice, or been blatantly hateful, but she makes it known that we will never be tight. I had hoped maybe with time she might warm up to me.
Nope.
I'm thinking that's never gonna happen. She made her disregard exceedingly apparent this afternoon. Once again she was not ugly, but I got the message. Have you ever heard "it's not what you say, but how you say it?" That would be incorrect. "Go to hell" in any inflection is still "go to hell."
Now I'm trying not to let it bother me, but frankly, it does. The things she doesn't like about me I cannot change, and I suspect that no matter how friendly we are she will always hold it against me. As a matter of fact I believe that, but for this one thing she would want to be my friend. But like I said, I can't change what she has a problem with.
It's my fault that it bothers me. I let it get to this point. I had hoped that time spent with me might soften her heart, but...
It makes me sad.
Let me clarify. I have run into a couple of people who don't like me, but it never worried me much. I just figured they 1.) were a big jerk anyway, or 2.) would come to love me once they got to know me.
Evidently number two is not correct.
I know this woman. I like her, we get along, we seem to agree on some things, she's a nice a lady.
She does not like me.
I am thankful that in spite of that fact she has always been civil to me. She's never been unkind, or raised her voice, or been blatantly hateful, but she makes it known that we will never be tight. I had hoped maybe with time she might warm up to me.
Nope.
I'm thinking that's never gonna happen. She made her disregard exceedingly apparent this afternoon. Once again she was not ugly, but I got the message. Have you ever heard "it's not what you say, but how you say it?" That would be incorrect. "Go to hell" in any inflection is still "go to hell."
Now I'm trying not to let it bother me, but frankly, it does. The things she doesn't like about me I cannot change, and I suspect that no matter how friendly we are she will always hold it against me. As a matter of fact I believe that, but for this one thing she would want to be my friend. But like I said, I can't change what she has a problem with.
It's my fault that it bothers me. I let it get to this point. I had hoped that time spent with me might soften her heart, but...
It makes me sad.
October 1, 2012
Just A Quick Reminder...
I'm giving away five copies of my book Push on Goodreads. Register at here for your chance to win: http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/33682-push
The contest ends Oct. 31, 2012 so hurry and enter for your chance to win!
Good luck!!!
The contest ends Oct. 31, 2012 so hurry and enter for your chance to win!
Good luck!!!
