Word Counts and Confidence

I’ve gotten about a third of the way (1000 words) into a short story I’m planning to a submit to a writing contest.  So far, I’m almost certain about half those words will be cut.  We shall see

I’m on chapter 16 of Shadow.  I’m finding parts that I like again, but still also finding spots that are cringe worthy.  I’ve changed so much since writing that book, it really is bizarre.  Yet I still love the characters, and it’s nice going back and getting to know them again.

Cheers!

Sound off in the comments, and let me know how your projects are going.