Okay, that’s the final page proofs of Infinity Engine gone
through and sent back to Macmillan. I’ll just say that I haven’t copped out on
this – Penny Royal does have an aim…
Now it’s time to get back to the present book. I am past
100,000 words into this (the previous books were 140 -160,000 words) and things
are going well. I do have one plot thread and one short section (a prador of
the King’s Guard paying a visit to the king) that I may excise, but only to
transfer to the next book. ‘The shape of things to come’ is nicely solidifying
in my mind and I can promise exploding spaceships, hostile alien life forms,
highly advanced technology and ultra-violence. Of course it wouldn’t be a Neal
Asher book without them.
On the personal front things are looking good. My numerous
visits to the gym are paying off. I don’t feel quite so knackered each day and
I’ve now got back to walking too – going off for a 7-miler (thank you Google
Earth) four or five times a week. I did get a bit pissed off at one point when
my weight started to climb, but then I noticed how my T-shirts are getting a
bit tighter and my arms seem to have exploded. Psychologically I seem to have
won, with no more depression, anxiety or panic attacks.
Also, because I’m single, not inclined to visit pubs or
clubs and because my profession is a lonely introverted one without much in the
way of a social aspect, I’m having a crack at this online dating. I guess,
because of my profile, this is
something I shouldn’t mention. But I’m not inclined to give much of a toss
about that.
Anyway, it has been interesting to say the least.
9 comments:
Fantastic news on all fronts Neal! Really sounds like you've got your shit together! Friends that have tried online dating have had some hilarious experiences, so good luck!!!
Met my wife online. A few crazies too. Just like the pub.
Met my wife online too. Much better results than in the clubs and pubs. Your mileage may vary.
Met my girlfriend through online dating. It works.
Met my girlfriend through online dating. It works.
You're looking much better, good luck.
Good to hear that things are picking up for you and the writing is gong well. You may (or may not) be amazed at how many of my friends have met partners online. It actually makes a lot more sense that getting plastered in a nightclub and hoping to bump into someone!
All the best,
Robert.
get a dog? can walk with you as well. I have 2 always a good motivator for walking :)
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