cozy, productive writing vlog 📖🖋️ deadline stress, imposter syndrome & working on my fantasy novel~

[@alexandrasieh1397]

I’ve been struggling a lot with my own writing projects, and whenever I find it hard to sit at my laptop, I turn on one of your vlogs! It really inspires me to sit and get typing. Thank you!! Much love from Turkey!

[@chloeryder3080]

Oh this is truly what I needed. I paused this video early on and talked to my sister about how I feel that I’m not good enough to write the book I’m working on because I don’t have all the knowledge and skills I need, and hearing you say that feeling that way is a marker that you’re being pushed creatively came at the perfect time, five minutes later. Realising that I don’t do a painting and expect it to be museum quality but expecting my first story draft to be publishing quality is just trapping myself! I’ve been in a self-imposed rut lately with my writing but this was just what I needed to open up that document again. Thank you Christy

[@Sui.541]

I am also trying to write a novel, but I don't know how to start and I get into a spiral of psychological pressure, to the point that it caused me irritable bowel syndrome.

[@barbaradora]

Just finished a first draft, now letting it ‘rest’ before reading it and starting draft 2… I love this part 💕

[@stephaneyferguson8394]

This was really nice to watch. I've wanted to write a book for a long time but I've never felt like I had the skills. I feel encouraged now. Thank you!

[@annemaryrussell2239]

I loved your thoughts about how that feeling of "maybe I can't do this" is a sign that you're doing something to push yourself and grow. Your vlogs are always beautiful, and this was one of my very favorites. Thank you for sharing!

[@GeorgieCora]

I've been saving watching this video for when I have a bit of a down day. Thank you for showing your progress, despite not being a writer I still find hearing about your experiences and how you overcome the blocks helpful!

[@minteabee]

Honestly, watching you go through this whole writing process makes me really want to read the finished product. I admire the way you handle things without trying to be too hard on yourself. I know it’s hard :p

[@UnderthePineTree]

Totally agree with you about tracking word count, it's such a simple metric of progress that it's really freeing sometimes to pay attention to!

[@enywulandari8717]

As always.. love your video. Such an enjoyment by watching it. Good luck with the book, Christy! Love from Jakarta!

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you so much! 😊💛💛

[@tempest2000]

Always excited to see a new video by you. Keep up with the book. If you believe in the project it will take whatever time it takes. Persevere!

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you! 😊💛

[@BrittanyBWrites]

I understand the impostor syndrone when it comes to my first ever contemporary thriller/romance novel-I sometimes feel like I can't do it, and that I'm gonna mess it up somehow or I want to put it down and never look at it again. But the more I keep writing it (almost done with it) the more I get more confident and the more ideas just come and the arcs are just coming the way I want. But sometimes I do get scared though when I think this scene isn't right or that character is acting very weird. But at least I'm enjoying writing it, which is a good thing

[@L.O.V.E.CaratStay]

I was definitely feeling this a lot with my current NaNoWriMo project. It's a much more complex story, especially in terms of character goals, than I've ever done before and there were a lot of times when I felt I should just put it away and come back when I'm a "better writer." But I'm pushing through and I've almost made the NaNo count! I think I'll be able to finish at least the rough draft this month, and I'm really excited about that! Thank you for being here, being honest about the writing struggles, lol, and taking us along on your process! ❤

[@witchykit]

Your writing vlogs are the best! 🥰

[@christy-anne-jones]

I'm so glad you enjoy them! 💛💛

[@hafsaali4207]

Love you, Christy! You're such an inspiration to me. I can't even tell you. your vlogs are always soothing and up to the mark.

[@wazoolaboo9678]

i struggle a lot with imposter syndrome, especially with finishing my book which often leads me to long hiatuses, sometimes it just takes time to work again, and you may even come back feeling better than ever.

[@skyjahirdir]

I found your channel couple of weeks ago and instantly liked it. Your channel is so inspiring, every time I watch your video I'm filling with the desire and strength to work on my own projects. Thank you so much for your beautiful, comforting and inspiring content❤

[@christy-anne-jones]

You're very very welcome!! Thank you so much for being here 💛

[@coffeelottee]

love love love your videos! you have quickly become my favourite content creator 🥰

[@michellemp1626]

I really enjoyed this video - your vlogs always inspire me to create more and get some writing done. I have quite a few articles sitting comfortably in my brain and I need to hunker down and just get them out....and if they're not accepted by the magazine then that's okay, at least I tried. Thanks for sharing your projects with us.

[@ReadingNymph]

Your writing vlogs are so relaxing 😌

[@LeannGrabski]

Thank you for sharing your process! I am reading A Year In Tokyo now and it is so lovely ♥

[@Sui.541]

Is it her book or what

[@PJOfan_221]

im new to this channel but im loving it!

[@mariluvazquez8006]

Also, counting how many words you write helps to push through when laziness, boredom or fear takes over. During bad writing days if I achieved atleast the daily word count, I can just stop and do something else and not feel guilty nor fall behind.

[@BaRRe0n]

As a new fan of yours I cant wait for this book to be out so I can get my hands on it!!!

[@filonarafinja]

"I know it's Nanowrimo but this is by far the worst moth of writing" No but why is this SOO relatable

[@tonydeluna8095]

Man! I enjoy the foods you cook! Chef Anne Jones! A book writer who loves to cook!

[@notesbysaraawynn]

I always love listening about your writing! Currently doing nano, so this was motivating x3 looking forward to more updates from you, take care!

[@brianwashines2645]

I see a lot of people these days going by word count trackers and I know nailing down the numbers is important in the end. Then I think about the ones who didn't have any of that, but they wrote copiously since in some countries at that time regardless of who the author was they paid by the number of words they produced. Yet I still feel like I'm writing just for me, and the work dictates when I stop or rest. As a result, some things took 140 days and were a mere 28,000 words long while others took only 50 days and were over 100,000 words long. Yet I learned to be content with both realizing I was in different places in my life when I wrote them. Sometimes it just feels like you got to have the passion for it to begin with and that will be motivation enough. You'll want to return to it until you know in your heart that it is accomplished.

[@eusouacrisbrasil]

You are my biggest inspiration to write (I write in Portuguese, though) 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@christy-anne-jones]

Oh thank you! Best of luch with your writing 😊💛💛

[@kerrykennedy_author]

I find writing comes naturally and can usually do 20k words a week especially when I get past the first 45k words I like to take a week or two before editing then on to the next one. I have two books out Jan and Feb 2023

[@angelajaramillo8395]

I love some much project Teacup vlogs, they always relax me. 💕💕💕 What about a video about what is on my tablet?

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you so much! Oh that's a fabulous idea, but there's actually not a lot on there hahah I use it for work and most of what I do is on my desktop computer, so the only intresting app on there is probably Clip Studio Paint, which I use for digital illustration 💛💛

[@angelajaramillo8395]

@@christy-anne-jones oh oh, then what about a draw with me video? You replied and that makes me feel so happy for some reason. Always look forward for your videos!

[@clarejean3309]

another great video, I love your writing vlogs the most since it helps me with my own writing. May I ask a question, how long did it take you to write a year in tokyo before you published it? Also, happy November! also got a new fantasy book!

[@christy-anne-jones]

thank you so much! And happy November to you too 😊 I was working on A Year In Tokyo for roughly three years on and off before it came out. The bulk of the work, though, was done in the 10 months before I released it 😊💛💛

[@clarejean3309]

@@christy-anne-jones thanks for the info! and congrats on the writing session!

[@bkjunkie1553]

Where is your timer clock from?

[@Musikchic47]

Ah, yes, the good ‘ol I have a nice desk and computer, but I just sit on my couch using a lap pillow writing technique…I do the same thing, lol, and I change my positions while writing too, I move around my house to different locations if I can’t go out

[@win-life]

Hi Christy, I absolutely love your content. I wanted to know smthg. Are you more comfortable typing on a membrane keyboard or a mechanical one? Thank you :)

[@veenitareadswrites]

I love the name Project Teacup 😂.

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you! 😊💛💛

[@Reigny64]

Love this video! What sticky notes site did you use? Been looking for something like that, always go so far off story when I get too much in the flow!!!

[@janey_in_a_bottle]

Just seeing the grave of the fireflies sweet tin made me cry 😅

[@trapsaltnburn]

You're not alone! I came down to the comments to see if I was the only one who made the connection. 😅

[@louisapage3721]

What do you use for a writing program to organize parts of your novel?? I've been using Google Docs and it is not ideal to say the least.

[@emilymalta6129]

It's so good!) I am also trying to write a book, but alas, it does not work out very well...

[@imaddann]

Which app do you use for novel writing on the iPad

[@KaylaP_The_Reader]

What brand of matcha do you use?

[@OfftheShelf-n9x]

Maybe a standing desk?

[@reagan2347]

I'm new here, so I'm sure it's already been said, but you look soooo much like Maya Hawke!!!🥰

[@KMort]

As a fellow fantasy author, y'all track your word count? When I finished my first draft back in May I was overjoyed that I finished the book like I wanted, I can't comprehend having that same goal but in terms of numbers. What do you do when you reach the word goal but the plot isn't done? Or if you are far away but the story feels like it can finish right there? You said it's motivating you and stuff but I'm curious😂

[@christy-anne-jones]

Oh i'm super interested in form and strucutre, even on a number of words level--so when I'm plotting a novel, i roughly map out how many chapters I want to do and then take an overall goal word count and divide it by that number (there are always outliers. Some chapters are much shorter and some are a bit longer, but generally I can stick to this). It's possible that this is a skill I've built up over the years. I've been a freelance writer for a long time writing travel articles, and have spent a lot of time writing academic essays--all of these have strict word counts. So, once I set a word goal I'll either get pretty close to it, or go over by about 10-20%, and then cut back until it fits. If I'm in the middle of writing something that feels like it's going to be WAY too much over, I stop and revise it :) Or, at least that's how I've worked so far! Congrats on finishing your first draft, and best of luck with your writing 💛💛

[@catherinelapointe8024]

Have I been making my matcha the wrong way all this time? 😂 I usually pour the milk on the matcha but you do it the other way? Great vlog as usual I reallt enjoyed it ❤

[@catrandomness7394]

Kate Cavenaugh uses Project Tea Cup in her channel, too.

[@christy-anne-jones]

Oh does she? I didn't know that (I suppose it's not a terribly creative code name haha 😅)

[@catrandomness7394]

I guess, all us Writers think a like. 🤓😺

[@christy-anne-jones]

@@catrandomness7394 great minds think alike! lol 💛

[@MaryAmongStories]

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[@CarraraAnimations]

Thank you for explaining to me why so many fantasy books feel disgustingly overbloated with filler and unnecessary scenes, descriptions or even plot points - if this is the word count that is "expected", then no wonder. I always thought that the bloated length was the author's decision and lack of discretion or proper editing skills, but perhaps it's a wider publishing industry problem? In my experience, a tightly written story is always better - I never read a novel over 350 pages that didn't feel like it overstayed its welcome - not a single one. And not for lack of having read a bunch that were longer. Somewhere around that page count most books, and all that I had read so far, cross the threshold from having something to say into the pretentious self-indulgence territory. If your story is told in under 72000 words, isn't it better to leave it at the size that actually fits it? Is the problem that the publishers would consider it less marketable? I am not trying to be critical, in case my comment sounds that way. I am asking it as an honest point of curiosity and discussion.