The new year is upon us, and many resolutions have been
made, and I’m equally sure many have already been set aside. Rather than set
resolutions, I established a few professional goals for myself. My resolutions
usually disappeared mid-January. This year I’m after attainable goals.
The first one is to finish my novella-a sequel to A Fire Within, also set in Chicago, this
project has lasted more than 2 years, and it is time finish.
The second one is to make a dent in A Hotel in Barcelona, so that I can get it out
in 2017. I’m not a fast writer, and have plenty of research to do, and many
words to write.
The third is to finish my sequel to Blood Art. A terrific idea came to mind in the middle of the
night-and yes-for once I took notes. It’s about a vampire and a romance writer.
Half is in rather familiar territory, the other half is the fun of making it
all up.
The setting might be in Chicago, or somewhere in
Europe-haven’t decided yet, but that is also the enjoyable part. Did I mention
I love my job? I do, even the frustrating parts when I write myself into a
corner, or I write a wonderful scene and have no idea why I wrote it, or where
it belongs. Ultimately it always finds a home.
The goals also include a trip to Europe, specifically
Barcelona. I was there three years ago, but need more detailed information on a few places, and to get the feel of the city, to capture the zest and
joy of life that exists in Barcelona. I
didn’t realize I’d be setting my next book there during my last visit, or I
would have been more prepared. I’m
serious about researching the places I write about. The characters come to life,
and enjoy their visit almost as much as I do.
I chose Barcelona because I love Gaudi’s work, his creative
style is beyond whimsy. He was an amazing architect who forever put his stamp
on this city. I’ll share a few pictures-his work alone is worth a visit to
Barcelona.
The goals seem attainable, the cruise is already set for
October, and am now booking the excursions-a couple a month-that spreads the
cost, and is easier to budget.
Hope you enjoy the pictures, Gaudi's work is amazing.
Cheers,
Margot
Justes
Blood Art
A Hotel in Paris
A Hotel in Bath
A Hotel in Venice
A Fire Within
www.mjustes.com
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