Just in case anyone was wondering, I am still alive. New years day, I looked at my computer and a sick feeling overcame me. I had been writing eight hours per day and warping my brain with plot ideas–I turned my computer off–I just couldn’t bear it another second . . . I needed a break. I’ve been using mind map programs to flesh out plot summaries; between that and just pure writing, I think my brain caught on fire and it took several days to put it out. I may write an upcoming post on how I use mind maps to develop stories and which ones I like best.
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