Yes, I agree with you about just getting it down first. I tend to find the hero’s journey after the event. But the unconscious mind is probably working away at shaping the story, without my realising it consciously, while I am writing the first draft. So it only becomes clear to me afterwards, when I try to structure and re-structure it. Mind you, I’ve only written one novel, Karrana, and it’s not yet been accepted by a publisher. My next step might be presenting the work for a manuscript assessment, as suggested by the Rockpool Press publisher. Thanks for this question, which relates to the issue of whether you are a planner or a pantser.(http://suzannemccourt.com.au/planner-or-pantser/)

Hi Kara,
It’s a pleasure. I write stuff usually when the issue comes up for me in my writing, or for my friends who are writing novels too. At the moment I’m thinking about “omniscient” versus “close” point of view, and trying to get my head around it. Will keep in touch.

So glad you referred me to this! Very helpful. Looking forward to reading more 🙂

Great, Susan. Your workshop helped a lot, too. Thanks