tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post2148837307888587808..comments2023-06-18T06:35:42.729-04:00Comments on Christian Writer/Reader Connection: Half BakedSusan J. Reinhardthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-40107623933650321942010-11-17T09:52:01.902-05:002010-11-17T09:52:01.902-05:00Hi Jean -
Thanks! I appreciate your comments.
Bl...Hi Jean -<br /><br />Thanks! I appreciate your comments.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-8968496313373539922010-11-17T08:52:43.614-05:002010-11-17T08:52:43.614-05:00You have the best analogies, Susan! Love this post...You have the best analogies, Susan! Love this post.<br /><br />Blessings.<br />JeanJean Fischerhttp://inthecompostpile.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-6719715683325451052010-11-13T14:35:34.037-05:002010-11-13T14:35:34.037-05:00Hi Nancy -
Beloved refers to my late husband. He ...Hi Nancy -<br /><br />Beloved refers to my late husband. He was always a huge support and prayed for my writing endeavors.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-82115567493654321262010-11-12T12:24:54.309-05:002010-11-12T12:24:54.309-05:00How great that you had such a promising call fromm...How great that you had such a promising call fromm an editor. And praise God, He helped you to make the most of it. I love it when things like that happen.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-71635510596083655922010-11-09T20:59:20.765-05:002010-11-09T20:59:20.765-05:00Hi Alisa -
Often when I let the idea bake for awh...Hi Alisa -<br /><br />Often when I let the idea bake for awhile, whatever I'm writing takes a surprising turn. <br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-16437042927205261752010-11-09T20:57:42.183-05:002010-11-09T20:57:42.183-05:00Hi Alene -
LOL! Don't we all?
Nice to see y...Hi Alene -<br /><br />LOL! Don't we all? <br /><br />Nice to see you.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-46221110478355966112010-11-09T19:42:10.650-05:002010-11-09T19:42:10.650-05:00I love this Susan! I seem to get an idea and go of...I love this Susan! I seem to get an idea and go off running before I even know the fullness of it. I'll definitely think of this post when I have another grand idea. It may need a little more time to bake.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07194577170300476509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-22194905898535513052010-11-09T17:28:54.416-05:002010-11-09T17:28:54.416-05:00Love this post. I definitely have some dishes I ne...Love this post. I definitely have some dishes I need to put back in my brain oven and set the timer. Blessings friend.Alenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00453660387935544919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-52888263784422457742010-11-09T13:37:10.988-05:002010-11-09T13:37:10.988-05:00Hi Kristen -
Oh, that sounds like a fascinating b...Hi Kristen -<br /><br />Oh, that sounds like a fascinating book. I remember reading a book years ago by a man, whose family escaped genocide in Armenia. I'm not sure if it's still in print. If you're interested, shoot me an email, and I'll see what I can find out.<br /><br />Another author wrote a book years ago on the subject of abuse. After 40 rejections and much time, she finally found a publisher. The market wasn't ready for her story when she first submitted.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-10561877538019628552010-11-09T13:25:17.607-05:002010-11-09T13:25:17.607-05:00Hi Nancy -
I always right the ideas down. Otherwi...Hi Nancy -<br /><br />I always right the ideas down. Otherwise, like yours, they escape. <br /><br />The secret to getting the Eureka! moment for an old idea is prayer and an eye for opportunity. Recently, I received a call for submissions from an editor. The Lord brought a particular idea to my mind and helped me see how it could fit the editor's themes.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-82689392990067702152010-11-09T13:21:43.961-05:002010-11-09T13:21:43.961-05:00Hi Jen -
LOL! I'm always astounded when blogg...Hi Jen -<br /><br />LOL! I'm always astounded when bloggers come up with the same themes. My offerings are written a month in advance.<br /><br />Ah yes, the "no one will buy it now test." I've encountered that one multiple times. Put it back in the oven and let it cook for awhile.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-29871667458333687282010-11-09T13:21:23.342-05:002010-11-09T13:21:23.342-05:00The "book of my heart" is about my famil...The "book of my heart" is about my family's escape from the Armenian Genocide in 1920's Turkey. I love the POV character I've developed, but the story has never really gelled for me. In talking to editors, it seems a very hard sell, so I'm thinking I'll need a few books out there before it will have a chance. I believe God is waiting for the perfect timing for it, and I have to be patient to wait for the market and the story to catch up with my heart.<br />Thanks for the post.Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14683245998938431038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-56784168875545161672010-11-09T13:19:10.974-05:002010-11-09T13:19:10.974-05:00Hi Jill -
Thanks for stopping by. I'm glad I&...Hi Jill -<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by. I'm glad I'm not the only one, who has to watch out for half-baked ideas. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-58291414992924376262010-11-09T13:19:03.162-05:002010-11-09T13:19:03.162-05:00It's wonnderful the way you were led at just t...It's wonnderful the way you were led at just the right moment to do your idea. If I don't act on one of mine right away, it's gone. I need to at least write it down briefly. I would love to get a eureka moment for one of my old ideas.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-19578702478575609472010-11-09T13:06:14.137-05:002010-11-09T13:06:14.137-05:00How funny you should post on this, when I have a h...How funny you should post on this, when I have a half bd cake on my blog today! Twins!!!<br /><br />I know my idea is half baked when it doesn't "settle" in my spirit, or when no one wants to buy it.Jeanette Levelliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12898750484193832082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-75048446385499494232010-11-09T12:52:29.449-05:002010-11-09T12:52:29.449-05:00So true, Susan! I've experienced this too. Lov...So true, Susan! I've experienced this too. Love it!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-6719184621471642022010-11-09T12:16:37.626-05:002010-11-09T12:16:37.626-05:00Hi Ron -
Thanks for becoming a Follower. I post h...Hi Ron -<br /><br />Thanks for becoming a Follower. I post here Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. I hope you'll visit again.<br /><br />I'll pop over to your blog soon.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-22662180608477766902010-11-09T12:15:26.434-05:002010-11-09T12:15:26.434-05:00Hi Rhonda -
It may not be scientific, but I know ...Hi Rhonda -<br /><br />It may not be scientific, but I know exactly what you're talking about. I recently wrote an article for Vista and submitted it. I had that same, "now is the time," experience.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-34079372005657105142010-11-09T12:12:57.766-05:002010-11-09T12:12:57.766-05:00Hi Karen -
I have so many backburners at this poi...Hi Karen -<br /><br />I have so many backburners at this point, I need another stove. :) <br /><br />Lots of prayer helps me keep an eye on the projects.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-54420559691818935702010-11-09T11:18:57.002-05:002010-11-09T11:18:57.002-05:00I added myself to follow your blog. You are more t...I added myself to follow your blog. You are more than welcome to visit mine and become a follower if you want to.<br /><br />God Bless You :-)<br /><br />~RonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-28683030092464333442010-11-09T10:48:17.488-05:002010-11-09T10:48:17.488-05:00This isn't scientific at all, but - I just fee...This isn't scientific at all, but - I just feel it. Just know it, somehow. On occasion, a column idea will come and I know it's just not the right time, but "sometime." It will sit in the background, just simmering, or percolating (as I call it) until one week I know - it's go time.Rhonda Schrockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05512423397478708632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-89562682564713270932010-11-08T20:39:20.090-05:002010-11-08T20:39:20.090-05:00Love this comparison! I let things simmer before I...Love this comparison! I let things simmer before I know they are done. Sometimes they get tossed, other times they just need some time and tweaking. I pray about my writing and trust the Lord to help me get it right. :)<br />Blessings,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-79187321759566318172010-11-08T20:03:12.949-05:002010-11-08T20:03:12.949-05:00Hi Quiet Spirit -
I've written things that di...Hi Quiet Spirit -<br /><br />I've written things that didn't sit quite right. After prayer, I'd tweak a little here and a little there, and it would work out. <br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-86258224717507154212010-11-08T19:13:41.831-05:002010-11-08T19:13:41.831-05:00Susan:
Good analogy. It takes time to get the s...Susan:<br /> Good analogy. It takes time to get the story/essay/script right. <br />With my writing, it depends on what God wants to add to it.quietspirithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06086016141181470311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-50449786382494367552010-11-08T12:44:19.689-05:002010-11-08T12:44:19.689-05:00Hi Cindy -
Plotting is one way to see if the idea...Hi Cindy -<br /><br />Plotting is one way to see if the idea can mature into a book. I've yet to find a solid combination method (SOTP and planning) that works for me.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.com