"Writing a synopsis is like trying to herd cats."
'Nuff said.
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Well said!
ReplyDeleteTo add to your synopsis analogy, I think you have to allow yourself to be a bit inhumane, and recognize that you may not gather up all the cats. Remember, an agent or editor isn't going to notice a missing cat they didn't know was once there.
I agree.
ReplyDeleteAhhhhh....
ReplyDeleteBless you as you herd those cats! I know you'll survive it!
Linda
Just herd one cat at a time, and soon that synopsis will be Purr-fect :)
ReplyDeleteI know - I was doing the same thing this weekend! At the low point I made up this brief equation: Synopsis-writing = tongue-tied silence.
ReplyDeleteBut believe it or not, I eventually made it through.
* high fives* So very true! Also, for me - its like juggling squirrels...
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness YES!!!! I not-quite-detest this part of it, but man, it's a royal drag!
ReplyDeleteThat picture-too cute Melissa! I'm giving you a metaphorical rub behind the ears to hang in there. Those cats have to cooperate sooner or later:)
ReplyDeleteOh I agree! But what a lovely kitten.
ReplyDeleteIt appears we are all in agreement on the synopsis writing! :-) Thanks for your comments. Sometimes I don't respond to each one when my time is limited, but rest assured, I read them all and appreciate you all!
ReplyDeleteI feel your pain, that's why I'm avoiding it.
ReplyDeleteSynopsis writing is even worse than query writing. It is THE worst. Hate. It. But I agree with the first comment...it goes a little easier if you limit yourself to the most important cats.
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