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- Don't Forget the Extra Day!
  
  Posted at 7:00 pm by Jodie, on February 2, 2020
  
  Yes, hello February, indeed! As the title suggests, don’t forget that it is a leap year. So, what will you be doing with your extra day?
  
  Firstly, I would like to take a look back at January and everything we have (or haven’t!) managed to achieve.
  
  As revealed at the start of the year, instead of New Years Resolutions I am just going to be tackling a giant to-do list, and this is what I’ve managed so far.
  
  Sorceress Of Flame
  * Brought first draft up to 50,000 words.
  * Arranged m/s review.
  
  Other Tasks
  * I got half way through a book.
  * Started to enter DofA into a competition but not sure if I will continue.
  
  Website
  * Monthly book review.
  * Monthly Author Q&A.
  * Post regular blog.
  * Launched new ‘Works’ page.
  * Brought all of the pages up to date.
  * Added an events page.
  
  Social Media
  * Spent more time interacting with the #writingcommunity on Twitter.
  * Created new aesthetics for IG.
  * Got back into having a pretty and organised grid.
  *Post more SofT snippets etc.
  * Organised my Pinterest board.
  
  I’m pretty happy that a lot of my ‘admin’ activities are done and out of the way, which should allow for more writing and reading.
  
  During January, Sorceress of Truth also made it into the Top 50 Book Covers in the Allauthor.com Cover Contest. This was mostly down to many of you supporting me and voting, so a massive ‘Thank you‘ to each and every one of you.
  
  My main target for February is to focus on book 2, Sorceress of Flame. I would love to reach at least 60,000 words, ideally 65,000, if I want to stick to my November release schedule. The only stumbling block is the school half term holiday, (And boy do we have a week planned.) I can’t wait! Follow my Instagram Stories to see what we get up to.
  
  I don’t think I have much else to say other than watch this space for another great Author Q&A and Book Review.
  
  Speak soon! Jodie XXX
  
  Posted in Uncategorized | 0 Comments | Tagged #blog, #catchup, #divineprophecy, #february20, #goals, #SofT, #SorceressofTruth, #update, #writing
- New Year, New…. ah, who am I kidding?
  
  Posted at 9:45 am by Jodie, on January 11, 2020
  
  Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
  
  Here we are in 2020 already —it only feels like a few years ago when we were seeing in the millennium— and we are almost reaching the mid point of January!
  
  I’ve decided not to set resolutions this year. I don’t want to blow my own trumpet or anything but, besides being podgy around the middle and having difficulty saying no at times, I’m fairly happy with who I am at the moment.
  
  How about you? Have you set any resolutions? Do you ever stick to them?
  
  For 2020 I’ve created a list of tasks I want to work through instead, and I thought you might like to have a gander. Plus, in the spirit of accountability, if they’re out there I have to do them, right?
  
  Sorceress Of Flame
  * Complete the first draft.
  * First round edits.
  * Arrange m/s review.
  * Second round edits.
  * Beta readers.
  * Third round edits.
  * Proof read.
  * Arrange cover.
  * Arrange formatting.
  * Arc readers.
  * Publish (Hopefully Nov).
  
  Other Tasks
  * Read 20 books throughout the year.
  * Finish batching up the murder mystery for testers.
  * Attend 3 events as an author.
  * Organise some swag.
  * Take part in CampNaNo (April).
  * Take part in NaNoWriMo (November).
  * Enter DofA into competition (by Feb).
  
  Website
  * Monthly book review.
  * Monthly Author Q&A.
  * Monthly writing tip.
  * Post regular updates.
  * Redo my ‘Releases’ page.
  * Bring all of the pages up to date.
  * Add an events page.
  
  Social Media
  * Spend more time interacting with the #writingcommunity on Twitter.
  * Talk to more reviewers/book bloggers on IG.
  * Create new aesthetics for IG.
  * Get back into having a pretty and organised grid.
  *Post more SofT snippets etc.
  * Try to organise my Pinterest board.
  * Add F1 story to Wattpad.
  
  Don’t add any more books to my TBR pile!
  
  On top of all of this, I will also try to make sure I don’t lose my daughter under a mountain of washing, that everyone remains fed and watered, and the walls don’t crumble under the weight of dust and clutter.
  
  I wish you all a successful 2020. Now, what shall I tick off first?
  
  Speak soon, Jodie xxx
  
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- Character Series – Lucas
  
  Posted at 10:35 pm by Jodie, on October 15, 2019
  Last, but certainly not least, in my character series is Lucas. For some he’s a bit like Marmite. For me, he’s been a slow burn that has gradually grown on me, to the extent that he is now one of my favourite characters to write.
  
  After doing a little Google search I came across an actor called Alessandro Etrusco and, apart from the eye colour, I thought he would make a great Lucas.
  Lucas
  
  Age – approximately 3000, in his current guise.
  Birthday – Not sure he has one.
  Height – 6′ 3″
  Build – Light to Medium
  Skin Colouring – Tawny
  Eye Colour – Powder Blue, almost colourless. The skin around his eyes are quite red.
  Hair – Black
  Occupation – Self proclaimed king.
  Relationship Status – Erm, you’ll have to read and see.
  Fears – He keeps this close to his chest, but Tory figures him out.
  Hobbies – Drinking blood laced wine and throwing the occasional ball.
  So, as you can tell from the info above, Lucas isn’t quite what he seems. I can tell you that he is an original vampire with a starring role. Although we don’t meet him until well into Sorceress of Truth, his past, present, and future is tied up with Tory and her journey. But, as for why, you really will have to read the book.
  
  The years haven’t been kind to Lucas, and he can sometimes come across a little crazy, but he is extremely intelligent and aware. He’s bored with life, having been there and done that, so there’s not much that will surprise him. That is, until Tory arrives. She appears to give his life purpose again, to awaken thoughts and feelings that he had long suppressed. But, what will that mean for Tory?
  
  Star Sign – As I mentioned before, we have no idea about his birth. If I had to choose a star sign for Lucas, I would go with Scorpio. Scorpio’s lie in wait and strike when least expected, they know what they want and don’t mind playing the game in order to get it. They can be very calculating and keep their cards close to their chest. Being ruled by Pluto, a Scorpio can appear ambitious and exciting but, they have a relentless desire for control. They aren’t all bad though. A Scorpio enjoys building deep and soulful connections and, if they trust you, they will show unparalleled empathy and commitment.
  
  Favourite Food – Blood. Come to think of it, Tory never see’s him eat, only drink different types of ruby liquid.
  
  Favourite Decade – The 30’s/40’s. Sorry, to be clear, the 1530’s/40’s! Henry VIII was a hoot, and all those beheadings? Such sport.
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Tag: #SofT

Don't Forget the Extra Day!

Posted at 7:00 pm by Jodie, on February 2, 2020

New Year, New…. ah, who am I kidding?

Posted at 9:45 am by Jodie, on January 11, 2020

Character Series – Lucas

Posted at 10:35 pm by Jodie, on October 15, 2019

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