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[aleathiel]

Okay, two days before I have to start writing, I'm having a bit of a re-think of my plans for my Nano novel.

Basically, I have to choose between the two plot outlines below. They're completely different types of novel and I'm not sure in which direction I'm currently leaning.


1.
As yet untitled. Parallel stories about a youth called Gareth, one being his first term at university, the other being his last Christmas vacation before his finals. It's about his family, his friends, his future. And yes, there are more than a few skeletons in the closet. I want to write this one because it's new and fresh, I've only begun thinking about it in the last couple of weeks. It's more personal, more realistic (obviously) than the other outline. But, it's underdeveloped, I'm not quite sure what it's trying to say and I'm worried about running out of plot because it isn't a plot-based narrative and I'm not sure how well I can sustain it under the write-every-day pressure of Nano. However it's probably the better of the two novels.


2.
Lighter hearted and less 'literary' than the above. This is the story of two characters, Raffael and Morgan, who I've had in my head for ages. It's basically a futuristic whodunnit, but not entirely futuristic in the laser guns and space stations way, it's set on a world afflicted by the changes of global warming and the affect that's had on the earth and it's people. It's plot driven and a little bit silly, which I suspect would make it an easier Nano project than a more serious novel. But, and it's a giant but, there are huge gaps in the plot. I don't really know what happens after about the first quarter of the outline.

So, what do you think? Which outline do I spend two days beating into shape to start writing on Wednesday?

Comments

[aleathiel.livejournal.com]

Heheheheh, sounds absolutely wonderful! I remember having a hell of a November (two maybe?) years ago and checking every morning for more of you Wheel of the Year (which I still miss now that it's gone and am waiting to hear what you are going to do with it!). With participating myself I might be a read-it-all-at-the-end reader this year, rather than a follower along, but either way I look forward to your wild road trip chaos with great anticipation!

[chaosmanor.livejournal.com]

It was two years ago for Wheel.

The current incarnation of Wheel is a doc called Wheelhack.doc, as an indication of the kind of surgery I'm performing on it whenever I find the strength. It's not a solid novel, and probably isn't actually saleable. featherfeet, however, I have hopes for. I've applied for a grant to finish Featherfeet, since I can't really justify taking the months off writing romance that Featherfeet needs. A grant would be a good thing.

And this year's nano is far stranger than that short summary would indicate. I'm not going to be posting it on a wide filter, because I'd really like to sell it, but let me know when you have time to read it, and I'll add you to the filter for the duration.

[aleathiel.livejournal.com]

Oh! I'd forgotten Featherfeet. I read that too. I really hope that the grant is successful because I'd love to see what you end up doing with it.

While I can see what you mean about Wheel, because it didn't have the structure or overall cohesiveness of many of the things you've written, I'm truly sorry to hear that it's languishing neglected ;) I really adored it and I hope that at some point you find the time and inclination to rewrite it to your satisfaction. Alternately, if you decide it isn't saleable, can you just put it back so I can read it again? :P

I'd very much appreciate going on your filter for the new nano, probably at the beginning of December when my own nano, if not complete, will at least be winding down or given a breather.

[chaosmanor.livejournal.com]

what's your email address? I'll send you Wheel.

[aleathiel.livejournal.com]

Oh would you? I'd love that! It's aleathiel@gmail.com. Thanky you so much.