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Sam.

Filed Under : Nano,Sample Sunday,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jan.23,2011

This is from NaNo2006, much edited and changed from the original November madness that created it. This one was planned and plotted and written with a definite ending and route in mind. It’s from the NaNo year that I struggled the most with and really hated when it was finished.

But now I’ve done with the main Portal series I came across it in an archived writing folder and thought I’d blow the dust off it. With the main story arc now at an end, it may be time to revisit this. Read More…

Tags : #samplesunday, ebook, fantasy, kindle, magic, Portal prequel, portal series, sam, sample sunday, sarah barnard

Slightly scared.

Filed Under : Musings,Publishing,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jan.20,2011

It’s always a slightly nervous moment when a new work goes out to test readers for the first time. A couple of evenings ago I typed in the final scene to fill the last gap on “Child of the Portal” and then I popped it onto my new kindle (love that thing). A quick sense skim and then it was time.

Like ripping off a plaster I just emailed it out to my small handful of trusted test readers, and now I’m going to hide….. Read More…

Tags : 2011, child of the portal, editing, ethics trading, lily, portal series, test readers

Musing.

Filed Under : Casting,Musings,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Dec.8,2010

Ever since I don’t when, I’ve had Gillian Anderson in my head as Lily. But I’m fickle.

Lily?

Emma Thompson – What do you think?

I’m working on Portal 3 (still “Child of the Portal” at the moment) and as the first draft draws to a close there are some revelations that are wringing the emotion from Lily, tearing her apart and forcing her to see herself as less than the super human who can just waft in and save the day at exactly the right moment. There are things happening that really test her and push her to make the choices she’s been avoiding. Lily is being made to face her own demons and the lasting effects of the actions she took and the choices she made before she knew Kate, before she left Ametsam. Read More…

Tags : child of the portal, kate, lily, portal series

October.

Filed Under : Nano,Publishing,The Map and The Stone,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Oct.1,2010

Welcome October, it’s good to see you again.

During October a couple of things are happening on the writing and book front.

Firstly I’m awaiting delivery of a print proof copy of The Map and The Stone and assuming that checks out ok then I can approve it and set it on it’s way to full print release. The paperback has a different cover to the e-book edition, in full colour and again designed by the talented Mairi Frost, who produced most of the drawings for the interior too. Read More…

Tags : child of the portal, November, october, the map and the stone, The Portal Series

Dedication vs Acknowledgements.

Filed Under : NaNo2009 - Read it here.,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jul.4,2010

For the first time I’ve just dedicated a book to someone. I’ve given it a whole page to itself, separate from the Acknowledgements.

I’ve thanked people in previous books, I’ve given special mentions – but those are simple acknowledgements that I’d not have finished the work without their support and friendship.

This is different, this is a proper “This book is dedicated to..” It feels very different.

Tags : dedicated to

The Map and The Stone – Illustrator(s) wanted.

Filed Under : Musings,NaNo2009 - Read it here.,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jun.25,2010

I have a kids book in the pipeline – close to ready in fact and I think I want some illustrations. The book is a fantasy aimed at kids aged 10/11 and over. I’ll want 14 black and white images for the interior, and also looking for a cover if anyone fancies giving that a go. Read More…

Tags : artist, illustrator, image. picture, the map and the stone

Editing

Filed Under : Musings,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jun.11,2010

Can I just say that I hate editing…..

It’s reading the same thing over and over until you can’t see it any more. It’s trying to spot those missing or unnecessary commas.

I hate it. But it needs to be done and I will admit that the books are so much better after a couple of editing rounds. And I offer huge thanks to my handful of beta readers and comma spotters. You’re the best.

Right, back to the editing….

Tags : editing, the map and the stone, The Portal Series

What’s going on?

Filed Under : Musings,The Portal Series,Writing by Sarah

Jun.1,2010

Sometimes I get these snippets of scenes wandering into my head and I have to play with them for a while until I work out where they fit in.

I’ve been editing The Map and the Stone for a while and not been thinking too hard about Lily, Kate and the third adult Portal book. Read More…

Tags : child of the portal, jack, kate, lily, portal series

Editing

Filed Under : Musings,sarahbarnard.co.uk,The Portal Series,website,Writing by Sarah

May.30,2010

That’s the main round of edits done on The Map and the Stone. Just needs a proof read and to confirm a cover and then I can release it. Read More…

Tags : darkling, editing, Nano, portal series, rhys, the map and the stone

Bogged down.

Filed Under : NaNo2009 - Read it here.,Writing by Sarah

May.16,2010

I’ve been bogged down in editing The Map and the Stone and blogging sort of goes on hold while that happens. Sorry, but that’s the way it is. But I’m now almost there with 12 chapters out of 14 done and the end of chapter 14 left to write. Read More…

Tags : darkling, editing, portal, portal series, rhys, the map and the stone

Sarah Barnard

Magical Portals, Spaceships and flying cars….

Category : Writing

Sam.

Slightly scared.

Musing.

October.

Dedication vs Acknowledgements.

The Map and The Stone – Illustrator(s) wanted.

Editing

What’s going on?

Editing

Bogged down.

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