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Thank Goodness For Fans

Posted by monicacollier on Nov 8, 2009 in General

I haven’t updated my blog in quite some time. I had a friend send me this and it inspired me to drag out my notebook on Unbecoming tonight. I’m about half way through the book, writing it, and about three quarters through in notes. I always imagine David James Elliott in my head for David Reese. She has told me she sees me in her head- that I am Caroline. I only wish my hair looked this good. I have seriously curly hair.

Although I don’t see myself as Caroline, thanks Holly. I needed this. Thanks for being my friend and for inspiring me to keep writing.Fan Submission of Monica in Unwritten

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Lost

Posted by monicacollier on Oct 11, 2009 in General

With my personal life in tumult, I fell off the technology turnip-truck. I haven’t updated in months. That is true for Facebook, Twitter, and here.

I did get a nudging from fans, so I logged on tonight to let you know that yes, I am writing.

Thanks to those of you who push me. Kissing Hollywood is about fifty percent and Unbecoming is in writers-block. I’ll update more when I can.

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People

Posted by monicacollier on Jul 19, 2009 in General, Unwrittten

I had a book signing for Unwritten yesterday in downtown Franklin. I was there for almost twelve hours, outside, on the sidewalk. The public was kind enough to give me a great day. Thank you to all who purchased copies. Thank you especially to all the Veterans who came by to support me. I can’t hold a candle to all of you in my ‘Caroline costume.’ You all and the entire armed forces are my true heroes.

If you haven’t been by the new Veterans Memorial Park, on 441 South in Franklin, stop by. Buy a brick or give a donation to lend support.

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Full Circle

Posted by monicacollier on Jul 5, 2009 in General

Another July fourth has passed. This year is much different for me. I don’t feel as though part of me is missing. I am happy- emotionally and whole.

I was reminded last night that I am an ordained minister and that I have a purpose. It’s not about me. I need to be using the gifts God gave me to bless others. Afterall, that is why we have talents, financial freedom, and ability to share and to bless.

I went on an almost seven miler today on the Greenway to clear out my head. Part of me is changed forever, part of me is the same. I just had to find her again.

Someone I went to high school with has contacted me. I am to go out on his boat one day with him. It promises to be amusing and of course, entertaining.

I saw my muse for writing Noah Wheaton today in a commercial for wildlife preservation. None other than Noah Wyle himself- and might I add, he’s looking good. He seems to be like fine wine, just better with age. He’s so talented and intelligent. I wish him well with the new series on TNT.

Unbecoming has been taking a hit today with my thoughts. Kissing Hollywood is where my heart is and making it rather difficult to finish Unbecoming. I need a good dose of David James Elliott. Now where are my JAG discs?

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Feel The Burn

Posted by monicacollier on Jul 1, 2009 in General

I logged about 5.6 miles today on the Greenway. That felt good. My feet don’t even ache. I suppose I will see how they feel tomorrow.

My mind keeps playing tricks on me. I have scenes in my head for Caroline and David, in Unbecoming, that are playing against a tune- Muse’s Super Massive Blackhole. And then I’ll be doing dishes, or something completely arbitrary and a line or thought for Kissing Hollywood comes out of nowhere. I have no trouble keeping the two projects separate because they are entirely different. But I feel like I am living a true dichotomy, or I’m suffering from a split personality.

Perhaps I should just sleep more.

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Centre Court

Posted by monicacollier on Jun 30, 2009 in General

I am wishing I was at Centre Court, watching a Wimbledon match. I didn’t get out tonight for my nightly ritual on the Greenway. More ideas for Unbecoming are still running amuck in my head though.

I wonder how Andy Roddick would look in a Navy uniform? (laugh)

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Dizziest Daydreams

Posted by monicacollier on Jun 29, 2009 in General

I had a nice run tonight on the Greenway. Slow and reflective enough that I was thinking about David James Elliott. I have his face in my mind when I write the character of Captain David Reese in the Unwritten saga.

I could see him in my mind in a hangar, helping Caroline Blaine put an F-14 back together, like the pieces of a puzzle. This will figure in with Unbecoming. I’ve already got the scene in my head, now I just have to commit to typed word.

I’m also trying to work out another plot point that I’m stuck on. It involves Caroline and her Dad, Sonny Blaine. Most of you know that I see Mark Harmon in my head for him. Perhaps I should go catch some episodes of NCIS and JAG too for that matter.

Thanks for the emails this week with your opinions on the new blog. I hope to update it regularly. Facebook is just getting to be too much.

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And?

Posted by monicacollier on Jun 27, 2009 in General, Unbecoming

Objection! Calls for an opinion. I want yours! Do you like the look of the new blog? Or do you prefer the red, white and black of the rest of the website? I really do want to know.

I am back into full blown JAG mode. Good thing, right? It makes working on Unbecoming easier. I got down my copy of Unwritten and checked a fact or two the other day.

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Whew!

Posted by monicacollier on Jun 25, 2009 in General, Unbecoming, Unwrittten

I ran today! I haven’t done that in so long. It cleared my head and made me objective to writing again. I need to stay motivated. I found so much inspiration for Unwritten on the Greenway in Franklin. I worked through plot problems and founds ideas. I know I will do the same with Unbecoming.

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Hello world!

Posted by monicacollier on Jun 25, 2009 in General

Okay, I admit, I was loathe to be so sheepish. I now have a blog. I’ll be updating it with my random musings.

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