Hi, The previous post was about the next few novels or novel series I intend to work on this year and for several years after that. My main focus at the moment is on trying to finish my novella, Flood and Fire, but it hasn’t been as easy as I originally hoped it would be. …
Hi, Medical and Literary Updates: I guess I have a lot to report. The writing has stalled somewhat. I was on pain pills (Tramadol, about the only pain medication I can take), so I was a bit fuzzy-brained and sleepy most of the first couple of weeks. I’m using less Tramadol now, so that’s getting …
Hi, Medical Update: The ablation procedure (to take a final stab at curing my AFib) will take place on the 21st of this month (less than a week from now). I feel very safe in my doctor’s hands. This is a very common procedure and he’s done a ton of them. But on to the …
Hi, Medical and Literary Updates: My hand is healing nicely, but it’s going to be stiff for months and the tendons on the dorsal side of the hand still ache after I’ve typed for a while. I am getting a little writing done, but I’m also taking an hour or so each day to learn …
Hi, Health Update: As usual, I’m writing this in bits and pieces. Wednesday, 11-13-2024. was the last day I was required to wear my splint 24 hours a day (except for showering). I took it off before I showered that morning, and will leave it off from now on, except for a while when I …
Hi, My hand is getting better. The original soft surgery cast was replaced last week with a new (very solid) fiberglass one. If the x-rays show good healing, it should get replaced with a removable splint at my next appointment on October 30th. I have better movement and strength day by day, but it will …
Just a quick notice that an interview I did recently with Atmosphere Press has just been published on their website. If you’re interested, here’s a copy of it. An Interview With Michael Sirois Michael Sirois taught English, drama, and technology to middle school students for twenty-three years before spending seven years as an educational program …
Hi, Update to the Previous Update: I have done practically nothing on the novella for over two weeks. In the previous post I mentioned I had what appeared to be a summer cold. Unfortunately, I tested a couple of days later and it definitely was Covid. I passed it on to Minay, of course, and …
Hi, Literary: I’ve added about 1,500 words to Flood and Fire, so it’s progressing. Medical: I’ve been under the weather for the last few days. Last Tuesday evening, I noticed my throat was a little sore. By morning it was really scratchy and I was coughing and my nose was drizzling. Since there are some …
Hi, My novella, Flood and Fire (as of 06-10-2024) is currently just over 32,000 words long, which is approaching a respectable length for a novella. There’s still more to write, but since I usually cut out 10% or more of my first draft when I edit, I think it will work out well. More info …