As I always say, I aim to be as honest as possible. So, here it goes… With my novel, I started with ambition. A glass of wine, the curtains closed, a new document open. I closed my eyes, took a breath and began to recall my last night in London – a moment I thought would open this on a strong note. The more I got into the scene, the fleshing out of the details, the more I began to realize this was the first time I allowed myself to really think about my life since I’ve landed

I say this here, so I can guilt myself head-first into my new project. As stated in my last post, the goal is 2,000 words a day. It’s a daily number I have yet to meet – BUT the good news is I have been writing everyday. Working my way up with small punches. I have no doubts that my warm-ups will lead to the marathon soon. They say that it’s quick to gain the muscle you’ve lost as long as too much time hasn’t passed. And as I used to hit an easy 5,000 a day with a free-write,

Here’s what happened. If interested, here are two of his books that come with recommendation: The Card Woman’s World Anyway, this man, this unique and creative mind, managed to spark an inspiration in me that I haven’t felt in months. Can’t remember what he said. Just know the result. I have completely reworked the first 20,000 – 25,000 words (Part One) that will require ANOTHER rewrite. (But, this is the last one. I swear). It will bring everything I have, my skills as a des

The complete and latest project for Kingston University, under editor Alison Hill: Rhythm & Muse Festival. To hire me as your personal designer, please email: kristin.e.bergene@gmail.com xx, Kristin #writing #artdesign #freelance #brochure #music #illustration #entertainment #Design #Business #graphicdesign #inspiration #Arts

Sometimes, I forget that the whole point of me… That the whole point of this… Is to write. It’s a horrible thing to admit, but when you are first out there trying to find a sliver of a path in the dark, the things you value the most begin to fall the to the bottom of your knapsack. Right now, as I frantically work out where I’m headed, what I’m doing and attempt to find a direction, I have this nagging feeling that I have something that will make everything okay, but I can’t

Dissertation: Done. Two week holiday: Sadly Over… Now, it’s time to take my new harnessed writing skills, and perfected work ethic, and devote myself into finishing my book. Recently, I made a huge decision on the piece which means my goals for a early spring finish might be a little tough, but I’m optimistic. By the end of October, my objective is to have a completed, polished and confident Part One. I have written the entier piece, now it’s time to edit. At nearly 50,000 wo

30,000 words completed by 20 September. Must write them. Must edit them. Must be confident in them. . . . . Good thing I like a challenge! xx, Kristin #writing

Get ready for this shameless plug: The Online Publication that I had worked on last summer, Time Frame, has come back to life! We put together a new team, including some of the old dedicated members, and are more excited than ever to get this site working again. Together we have taken what we learned from round one and with productive brainstorming have begun the changes that we believe will lead us in the right direction. We have already developed a brand new and appropriate

I know what the massive plot points are in my book. Of course I do, it’s my book and I’ve been looking forward to them with a steady progression and development. Never rushing to get there, but really excited for the moment to happen. And, each time I reach the moment, I have to settle down and make sure I know what I’m doing. The last plot point I nailed with really encouraging feedback from those who marked it up for me. It was a challenge for sure, (as shock always is). Bu

I wonder if all writer’s have that moment where they consider self-publishing erotica on Amazon to help chip away at student loans. Or – is that just me? xx, Kristin #writing #amazon #literature #selfpublishing #erotica #studentloans

Hello All, Over the last term I’ve discovered a stronger editing process for my book. With the help of my talented course mates and tutors I’ve discovered my greatest weakness. Their voices pop into my head as I work through the text through line by line to find and destroy those weaknesses. While the process is difficult I am really pleased with the current development. My Current Editing Process: short list. Adding depth to my setting by expanding the culture and city Putti