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Book 2 Begins



Book 2 Begins!

With Book 1 almost out the door, I forced myself to sit down and begin serious work on Book 2.  Of course, I've already dabbled with some ideas, but today was about getting some serious typing in, be it good or bad.

When my writing eventually failed me, I spent some time doodling in Photoshop.  I really love to draw but truthfully prefer a pencil and sketchpad.  Sometimes when I write, it inspires my drawings.  Sometimes when I draw, it inspires my writing.  Its fun to flip-flop between the two.  I feel like it makes both my pictures and writing better.



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