I have been writing long stories since I was about 11. The first ones were rather progressive romances for an 11 year old as they included 2 very cute cowboys along with the heroine! These were only shared with my best friend who wrote similar stories. Her writing was always and continues to be much, much better than mine.
Over the years I have started and abandoned many romance writing projects. I have at least 5 different projects in various stages of completion. I know the first time I tried to write a romance (other than my adolescent efforts), I thought it would be easy and quick. I was wrong. It is difficult if you are not a natural storyteller and I don't think I am. I have a great imagination, just no follow-through.
My sister and I took a romance writing course last year. We both did very well although the instructor had some odd ideas about our efforts. I tend to write sweeter romances and I think she was pushing her students toward the racy stuff.
I've hauled out one of my favourites which is also the farthest along and I have been working on it. And again, it is a tough slog.
I admire storytellers. They are a special breed much like artists. They have an ability to see the big picture and spin a good yarn. When I read a good book, I am taken with how effortlessly it flows and how events are intertwined. I don't know if I can do that but I have some time on my hands so I'm going to try.
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