Just A Few Thoughts On Writing And Publishing On Vocal

Introduction

Since returning from holiday, and even on holiday, I have found it very difficult to write something that I feel is worth publishing. Writing and publishing affect me, as does interacting with other creators, which is often another positive for me.

I am finding the latest Vocal Challenges uninspirational to say the least, but I know I will change my mind and enter one or two (or all) of them.

I have included "In Held 'Twas I" by Procol Harum live with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra with words for Keith Reid, which is from an album I am now pursuing on vinyl. It is twenty minutes long but is an excellent piece of music.

The Positive Effects Of Writing

I suppose writing falls into catharsis for me, and I use that word because it was just mentioned in Stephen Fry's Mythos, which I am currently rereading.

The thing is, if I do not write and share, I feel I should have done something, but when I do publish something I do start to feel uplifted, especially when someone makes a positive comment on my work.

I have two projected books and hopefully they will be completed for proofing before December.

One is a follow up to this:

The other is a collaboration with Justine Capelli, this is one of the poems that will be a part of it.

I have just prepared Parts I and IV of "The Awakening Of Danu" , then I have to do parts V and VI plus one or two more, then put togethre the book.

I am thankful that Vocal gives me the ability to create these works and make a little coffee money.

I included the Procol Harum song because I have acquired a couple of their albums on vinyl and have been most impressed, meaning I now want the Edmonton one which I will probably order today.

Conclusion

Thank you so much for reading and for your support, without which I would not be here.