tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post857845932513124537..comments2024-03-28T23:06:34.406-04:00Comments on The Romance Dish: Brande-ing Yourself as a Writerpjpuppymomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18234101901405553621noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-35263676287747011192011-03-29T01:55:48.284-04:002011-03-29T01:55:48.284-04:00Antonia, sometimes we need to make the changes if ...Antonia, sometimes we need to make the changes if we want to achieve the goal, don't we? Do you have a library or somewhere quiet where you can go without being disturbed? Anyway, give this book a go - I highly recommend it!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-38212847503324924572011-03-29T01:55:05.635-04:002011-03-29T01:55:05.635-04:00Andrea, isn't that cover gorgeous? I just got ...Andrea, isn't that cover gorgeous? I just got my bookmarks and they're droolicious! Hey, thanks for saying you enjoyed the post. As you know, we both decided this was going to be a suck it and see kinda post. If people seemed to like it, we'll do another occasional foray into the realms of nonfiction - nice to see the reaction! Thanks, guys! And yeah, it's amazing, 1934 and still Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-91721190282498125752011-03-29T01:53:51.945-04:002011-03-29T01:53:51.945-04:00Santa, I checked out Time to Write and put it on m...Santa, I checked out Time to Write and put it on my wish list (spent far too much money at the Book Depository lately which means I'll probably restrain myself for, you know, 12 hours!). Helly DOES send her helper around. Isn't she generous? Snort!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-79715729505174210272011-03-29T01:52:45.351-04:002011-03-29T01:52:45.351-04:00If you guys are on Facebook, I just put up a stack...If you guys are on Facebook, I just put up a stack of photos of ARRC. Had a brilliant time and, pardon my boasting, but collected two awards. Best Historical for My Reckless Surrender and most popular Aussie author (which is such a lovely one to win). Anyway, check out the snaps: http://www.facebook.com/annacampbell.writer#!/album.php?aid=2090383&id=1574454103&fbid=1761891298461Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-50328239874874997022011-03-29T01:51:29.914-04:002011-03-29T01:51:29.914-04:00Wow, Helly! Does he have any colleagues and can yo...Wow, Helly! Does he have any colleagues and can you post them to Australia???!!!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-90503409068620259452011-03-29T01:51:06.293-04:002011-03-29T01:51:06.293-04:00Jo, isn't that just right. I put off tasks and...Jo, isn't that just right. I put off tasks and put them off but once I get going, usually I'm fine. I find it helps to have a specific amount and a specific time frame to work with - definitely spurs me to activity.Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-59345720125128057622011-03-29T01:50:11.919-04:002011-03-29T01:50:11.919-04:00Kate, Kate, Kate! I try so hard and then you sneak...Kate, Kate, Kate! I try so hard and then you sneak in and steal the pun queen title from me at the last minute. No fair! ;-) I love the Igor joke - you're right, how could you follow that?Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-24045124717368774402011-03-29T01:42:07.862-04:002011-03-29T01:42:07.862-04:00Guys, sorry I'm a bit late getting back. Had r...Guys, sorry I'm a bit late getting back. Had really rotten travel yesterday and I've been wading through the emails and urgent stuff today. Thanks to everyone who swung by in my absence - looking forward to reading your comments.Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-80011750868610971942011-03-24T17:08:13.750-04:002011-03-24T17:08:13.750-04:00P.S. I LOVE your upcoming cover!!!P.S. I LOVE your upcoming cover!!!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09653666675287477633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-38863751013760474322011-03-24T17:07:36.589-04:002011-03-24T17:07:36.589-04:00Anna, I love this blog! I am both laughing (at all...Anna, I love this blog! I am both laughing (at all the Igors) and amazed. Why am I amazed? I've heard of this book but had NO idea it dated back to 1934!! Wow! You are so right that that speaks for itself. This sounds like a wonderful tool that every aspiring writer should add to their belt. Thank you for another terrific Second Helping!!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09653666675287477633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-17941705694496977722011-03-24T16:55:13.684-04:002011-03-24T16:55:13.684-04:00I have trouble managing my time and getting focuse...I have trouble managing my time and getting focused (especially with college and two roommates), so this book sounds like a dream come true!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-87942312946684376562011-03-24T16:50:07.081-04:002011-03-24T16:50:07.081-04:00When HOT GUY is done over at Hellion's place, ...When HOT GUY is done over at Hellion's place, he comes to my house and does the same. J/K! My husband's all for advancing my writerly life but I'd have to say he draws the line there.<br /><br />Focus and time are two elements I battle constantly. I wish I had hard deadlines. Do or die ones but, alas, I don't. <br /><br />I am going to order that book. Friends sent me 'Time toSantahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770231939962704822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-65288051544329091182011-03-24T15:13:11.994-04:002011-03-24T15:13:11.994-04:00Have fun, Anna! Let us know how it went!!Have fun, Anna! Let us know how it went!!Hellie Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03933713255844695337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-11755702294698052022011-03-24T15:11:04.692-04:002011-03-24T15:11:04.692-04:00I have a really hot guy stand over me with a whip ...I have a really hot guy stand over me with a whip and he says if you do not write 10 pages today, you don't get to have sex with me.<br /><br />It's a great motivator.Hellie Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03933713255844695337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-4654509251126695952011-03-24T14:01:54.355-04:002011-03-24T14:01:54.355-04:00Hi, Anna! Brande's book sounds great. I'...Hi, Anna! Brande's book sounds great. I'm off to purchase it.<br /><br />Sometimes I think getting started in half the work in accomplishing a task. I was complaining and delaying my morning appointment with the treadmill, but forced myself to put on my gym shoes and start. As soon as I laced up the shoes, the negative feeling subsided and I was raring to go.<br /><br />I know this injo robertsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16824237193217632098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-72009371151508253092011-03-24T13:25:47.833-04:002011-03-24T13:25:47.833-04:00Lovely review, Anna! I'm really Igor to read t...Lovely review, Anna! I'm really Igor to read this book. :-)<br /><br />Gosh, I had some really pithy words to impart about the usefulness of aphorisms and exercise, but I don't think there's anything I can say that'll be as brilliant as that "Igor" pun. Snork!<br /><br />Have a wonderful time at ARRC!!!!Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16863555050062113192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-8944300122069584782011-03-24T12:59:35.491-04:002011-03-24T12:59:35.491-04:00I'm off to ARRC now! Yahooo! I'll check ba...I'm off to ARRC now! Yahooo! I'll check back on Monday when I'm back on the internet for any comments! Thanks, guys, for a really interesting discussion of work practices!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-3647599160490075262011-03-24T12:50:03.224-04:002011-03-24T12:50:03.224-04:00Gannon, I think procrastination is a problem most ...Gannon, I think procrastination is a problem most of us have. I've learnt if I do something as soon as it turns up, that's the best idea. Can't always manage it - those pesky deadlines - but definitely the most efficient method. Glad my IDL gave you a giggle!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-62266598884726995592011-03-24T12:41:18.800-04:002011-03-24T12:41:18.800-04:00Oh, I like the sound of Igor Day-Lewis, Anna. &qu...Oh, I like the sound of Igor Day-Lewis, Anna. "I will find you!" *snort*<br /><br />I'm a fan of how-to books, as well, so I may just have to add this one to my list.<br /><br />As for getting things done, there's nothing like a deadline to light a fire under me. Procrastination is my middle name. *sigh*Gannon Carrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08636246789013520445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-30620048275934618292011-03-24T12:15:19.544-04:002011-03-24T12:15:19.544-04:00Hey, Janga, my pleasure. Let me know what you thin...Hey, Janga, my pleasure. Let me know what you think of it! I've noticed that how to books are a bit like Igors - not every one strikes a chord with every writer.Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-13108492707987055632011-03-24T12:14:34.086-04:002011-03-24T12:14:34.086-04:00Robin, the shortness is a real benefit of this boo...Robin, the shortness is a real benefit of this book for me. This is the second time I've read it and because you're not committing to a week of reading, I'll read it again just to get my mojo in gear again. I think getting an accountable deadline is a great idea! Good on you!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-38058051958719365932011-03-24T12:13:23.767-04:002011-03-24T12:13:23.767-04:00By the way, I'm having trouble sticking the Ig...By the way, I'm having trouble sticking the Igors in the suitcase. They won't lie straight no matter how I fold them! And I can't go to ARRC without an Igor, can I?Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-46257873261462120282011-03-24T12:12:41.873-04:002011-03-24T12:12:41.873-04:00Isn't voice a funny thing? I was readin the Ro...Isn't voice a funny thing? I was readin the Romance Dish post and thought, "That sounds like PJ!" Mind you, the dogs kinda give it away every time. Actually Dorothea would approve of the walk - she talks about hypnotising yourself into a state where you're ready to work by doing something physical and repetitive. She mentions walking and gardening and knitting!Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-63782410899049279502011-03-24T12:11:10.680-04:002011-03-24T12:11:10.680-04:00Hey, thanks, Buffie. My shuttle is coming at a rid...Hey, thanks, Buffie. My shuttle is coming at a ridiculous hour this morning and then it's off to Sydney, wahoooooo! <br /><br />For anyone who has missed out, it's the Australian Romance Readers Convention this weekend at Bondi Beach. Can't wait! <br /><br />Buffie, I've started to do lists too in recent years. They really help - and it's kinda encouraging to cross something Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57166953240040768.post-82137026033196916302011-03-24T12:09:19.782-04:002011-03-24T12:09:19.782-04:00Anna, turning up at the same time every day is par...Anna, turning up at the same time every day is part of the training the muse bit of this book. Definitely give it a go - I thought it was nice and practical and didn't get too airy-fairy while still recognizing that writing a book is a strange and difficult thing to do! I think also recognizing that you work in short bursts of hyper activity is great too - we need to acknowledge our process, Anna Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06695579361323275316noreply@blogger.com