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Mima Tipper's avatar

What a journey, eh? I love that you reached out to Julia Kent. Am cueing her up now:)

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Eileen Brunetto's avatar

I’m a fan of process and feedback despite my solitary way of writing. This was insightful and delightful. Thank you. Music DOES help. (Going to find Julie now.) I also appreciate your self-deprecation. It reminds us not to take things too seriously. You’re an excellent coach and advisor.

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Geoffrey Gevalt's avatar

Thank you so much Eileen. I do feel rather humbled by this whole write-a-novel experience and yet I had soooo much fun and learned so much. All my life, I’ve wanted to share what I experienced — despite the risk of being so open.

And Julie will be quite thrilled you are seeking out her music.

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Tammi's avatar

Collaborations are the best! I miss newsrooms in a way, but it's the people who make it great and writing group was so much better. A life changing, soul lifting experience.

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Luz Marina Villeda's avatar

As far as I am concerned, you are a gifted storyteller.

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Geoffrey Gevalt's avatar

Awww. Thanks so much Luz. I appreciate that, particularly coming from you.

I think all writers wrestle with the same demons, but having our work read, having readers react, goes a long way to helping us deal with them.

Be well and happy new year.

gg

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Luz Marina Villeda's avatar

Thank you, Geoffrey. Happy new writing year!

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B.W. Lacy, V's avatar

This was great. I listened to the audio.

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Geoffrey Gevalt's avatar

Thanks so much. And I'm glad you like the audio. I have several subscribers who have difficulty with sight so I do it for them but it is great to hear that others are listening.

Be well.

gg

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Kathy Folley's avatar

Wow, you have sticktoitiveness, young man. But I have known this since we first met. I really enjoyed reading about getting your daily process going and the catalyst and accompaniment of great music.

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Geoffrey Gevalt's avatar

Thanks, Kathy. Could not have done it without you.

Hope your leg is fully healed and you are getting ready for a little snow golf.

gg

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Douglas Bruton's avatar

Very interesting. I love that you are collaborating. That must be such a boost to your writing.

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Sidney Eley's avatar

Love hearing about the process. Sounds long and arduous, very much like birth. Excited to read the next edition.

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Geoffrey Gevalt's avatar

thank you so much, Sidney. Best to you. g

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