All you gots to do is identify the Mystery Blogger each day. I’ll give you hints when I can. I’ll post the answers and the winner each Monday.
Now we’re at the last week + for winners.
Week 4) an ebook of The Princess of Las Pulgas
Week 5, almost) A signed copy of The Princess of Las Pulgas
(If you already have one of the prizes, I’ll figure something else out!)
BY
1) identifying the most bloggers correctly=2 points.
2) leaving witty comments=1 point or more depending on glibness
3) adding to the information and making it more valuable=2 points
Take a Break |
Mystery Blogger T’s 2013 theme: “Writing your first novel.”
T is for Take a Break.
“Once you get to the end of your first draft, you’ll fall into one of two camps.
The “OMG THIS IS AWESOME WRITING!!!” Perky Writers and
The “HOLY SHIT THIS SUCKS” Emo Writers.
If you’re lucky, you’ll be on an island in the middle. And friendly with campers on both sides. Actually, I think this situation is by far more preferable to either of the above camps.Come chill out away from the terrible over-confidence or the negativity. How? By taking a break. Catch up on t.v. Write something else. Paint. Take that non-writing holiday you sort of planned.”
Who is it? This blogger has bravely committed to a five year project.
SIGN UP or VISIT the others who are on this AtoZ Challenge and check out the HOSTS:
Damyanti @ Amlokiblogs
Nicole Ayers – The Madlab Post
Kristen Dyrr says
I love breaks. Always feel refreshed after. 🙂
Random Musings from the KristenHead — T is for 'Teen Wolf' (and 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Tomorrow People')
C. Lee McKenzie says
All great T's!
Medeia Sharif says
It's Misha.I enjoy her posts about her journey, although I know she went through a rough time recently.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Heard that she did.
Lexa Cain says
That's Misha Gericke! She has such a good sense of humor – and she's needed it to brave recent publisher troubles…
I'm more of an Emo Writer ("This thing sucks!!") and am guilty of doing too much of that "Take A Break" stuff. I'm more in need of a good swift kick or two! lol
C. Lee McKenzie says
We're in the same boat.
Michael Di Gesu says
HI, Lee,
This has GOT to be Misha… She is an amazing writer from South Africa, I believe and just received the rights back to her book! Thankfully it all worked out or her, but she had some major problems a while back.
She is kind and always pays it forward! YAY. Misha!
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'll second your yay!
Leslie S. Rose says
Perky vs. Emo writers – sounds like it's time for a dodgeball game. I do enjoy Misha's blog. A least blogging late, I get instant gratification on the mystery blogger.
C. Lee McKenzie says
LOL.
Yvonne Ventresca says
Good advice!
Yvonne
Lady Lilith says
I agree with the break. Sometimes when I get to involved in my work, forcing myself to sit is bad. If I let it sit overnight, I can usually come back with more ideas and new perspectives then I previously had.
C. Lee McKenzie says
I know. It's so hard to tell when it's time to stop.
klahanie says
Hi celebrity, Lee, yes that Lee, not the one who mentions his breakfast, Lee,
I'm trying to catch up with you alphabet fanatics. So much so that It's three thirty on Thursday morning. Do I get bonus points? The star prize? The superstar prize? Cookies?
Ahem and of course, I deliberately let the Ninja dude get here first. You're welcome, lurking Ninja dude.
Now then, Misha has this site very similar to the name of Penny's book, which is "My First Bark". Not to be confused with Misha's, "My First Book."
Thank you and goodnight, superstar Lee. Time zones!
Your starstuckest fan in the wee small hours,
Gary
C. Lee McKenzie says
I'm so glad you let Alex in ahead this morning. Don't want him sulking.
D Biswas says
That's Misha. I read this post 🙂
Damyanti, Co-host A to Z Challenge April 2014, My Latest post
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Kelly Polark says
My guess is Misha! (okay, okay, I read the comments… ) 🙂
C. Lee McKenzie says
No peaking!
SA Larsenッ says
You hit it perfectly, and awesome timing for me! I just finished draft 3 of my synopsis, and am waiting for edits from CPs for draft 3 of my manuscript. I needed someone to tell me it's okay to take a break.
J.L. Campbell says
I know only because of the 5-year tip. That's Misha Gericke.
M Pax says
5 year project has to be Misha. 🙂
Sharon Himsl says
Ooh….this one I actually know….Misha Gericke. Gotta be her, and yes, great advice!!
Cherie Reich says
The five year project definitely makes me think of Misha. 🙂
DEZMOND says
sounds like a funny person
Tyrean Martinson says
It's Misha!!! Go, Misha!
Sherry Ellis says
Five year project would be Misha Gericke. It's definitely good advice to take a break and then come back to a manuscript. You'll see things with fresh eyes.
debi o'neille says
Misha Gericke. Great blog!
Deb@ http://debioneille.blogspot.com
Michelle Wallace says
5 year project = Misha Gericke!
Natalie Aguirre says
Taking a break is sometimes a great idea. It gives you a fresh perspective and few eyes to see what you've written.
DMS says
I won't guess since I saw the comments as I went to type in my answer. Great advice from Misha! A break after the first draft is definitely necessary. 🙂
~Jess
S.K. Anthony says
Oh even I know its Misha 😀
At the moment I'm taking a break, well actually it ends tonight, because I'm being an 'Emo writer.'
C. Lee McKenzie says
I already hear what your words are.
Julie Flanders says
Finally one I know again – Misha! 🙂
C. Lee McKenzie says
Yay!
Arlee Bird says
I slept later this morning–got out of bed at 5:22 in time to have breakfast with my wife and see her off from work. So others beat me with the correct answer which this time I knew! Misha Gericke (sp?) The 5 year plan was the key hint for me. I know she has a plan to earn so much per month within 5 years or something like that, but I forget the exact details of the plan. I'd like to achieve her goal! Pretty cool for a young lady like her to be so motivated and have a plan in place.
Lee
Wrote By Rote
An A to Z Co-host blog
C. Lee McKenzie says
I was impressed. I don't have a plan for the next breath, let alone the next 5 years.
Mere Joyce says
Very good advice. Sometimes stepping away is exactly what you need, whether you fit into either camp, or are resting on the island in the middle!
C. Lee McKenzie says
Very true, Mere.
Teresa Powell Coltrin says
Don't know. Wish I did.
C. Lee McKenzie says
There are still a few letters.
TBM says
Shoot Alex beat me again. I'm kinda sad that the A-Z is nearing the end. I've enjoyed getting to know some of the bloggers.
C. Lee McKenzie says
Best part of this crazed month!
Angela Brown says
That would be Misha Gericke! Yay, and I didn't have to hurt my brain by thinking too hard lol!!
C. Lee McKenzie says
LOL!
Alex J. Cavanaugh says
Misha!!
C. Lee McKenzie says
Ahem. Seem like you're first.