For some reason, today is National Proofreading Day. It seems like the folks who name each day are out to get me and other authors who suffer through our silly mistakes. Since I am not proofreading today, I will talk about something completely different (said in deference to Monty Python’s Flying Circus).
I have mentioned that my next book is currently called Land of Lost Souls. Perhaps some of you out there wonder what the heck I am talking about.
The first thing that came to my mind was Communism. Many socialist or communist regimes claimed there was no God, and the government was to be worshiped instead. If enough people fell for that, perhaps they would turn away from their chance to reach Heaven. My story does not mention that. Instead, I imagine a moment between life and death. At that moment, we may see the tunnel of warm and inviting light leading to Heaven. However, if a demon is nearby, they could convince the soul that they were still alive. Their life would continue forever in the Evil Realm. If that existence seemed familiar, the soul could decide they never died.
Being among demons would not be a pleasant future. Perhaps the soul would face constant pain and hatred. Even if their false life was ended, they would began the cycle again, for all time.
I have written a number of books with very dark plots and horrible events. As many of you know, in my stories the good guy always comes out on top. This story is no different. I suppose all of my books follow the Hero’s Journey plot line. That has always influenced my style. I cannot bring myself to write a book with a dark and cruel end. It’s just is not in me.
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Hi Karl–Proofreading is always the bane of every writer. For my first book, I paid three different proofreaders and still found mistakes in my final book! For the second one, I found a really great proofreader and found only one errant comma. What a difference!
Can’t wait to read your new book!
Good morning Karl.
What you have described is similar to being in purgatory (between heaven and hell). I’m just glad you write good endings.
No kidding, Shirley! I love Karl’s notion that we will all be reunited with our pets when we pass away. It’s something to look forward to.
Hi, Karl,
No one is out to get you. Maybe you need a break from rereading your book.
I look forward to reading the finished product.
Take care and have a lovely day.
Shalom shalom
I for one always want to read your words Karl, Keep up the good work and the proof reading. And your endings are the best.
Hi Karl. I find your writing so descriptive that I feel like you’ve been there and are writing from experience. Haunting, isn’t it?
John, if you are talking about my books, thanks. As far as my blog posts are concerned, I have lived through each and every one. I was fortunate enough to miss the Vietnam War, but my dad spent a lot of time over there.
Karl
Hi, Karl,
Your book sounds like one I’ll grab as soon as it’s published. I enjoy your stories….especially the good endings.
I’ve had my books proofread and professionally edited, and people still find a typo here and there. I don’t remember reading a completely error-free book! I even found a typo in my Bible!
Blessings,
Patty