Imperfections 8

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I've sent Imperfections 8 off to Cascade Library, and as I was finishing it, it became obvious that I wasn't doing what I thought I was doing.

Some weeks back someone (and I'm not going to look and see who, because now I'm embarrassed) very nicely complimented me on the intricacy of the Imperfections plot; all the long and complex bits that must

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I've sent Imperfections 8 off to Cascade Library

Yay! Rejoicing in StarWatcher's house!

Imperfections was fun. I did whatever was fun.

Why may be why it resonates with so many readers. Not only is it a fascinating AU -- I love the depth of detail that the guides have to consider in order to care for their sentinels -- it's fun to read. This is a good thing. :~) Whenever someone wants a "long, involved" story that also has to be gen, Perfections is the first one that comes to mind.

Except it turns out that maybe I could have a plan.

I've had this conversation with Arianna, a couple of times. We've both written things that, in retrospect, have connections and interweavings that we didn't recognize at the time of writing. (Well, she recognizes them in her writing and in mine. Then she says, "Do you realize you did xyz," and I go, "I did?")

We're toying with the idea that there's a universal story-mind that can implant ideas of which we're not consciously aware, to make a more satisfying gestalt. Some of us may get nudged a little more or less often, and some not at all. All we can do is be open, go along for the ride, and enjoy the results.

So, maybe you were nudged. Enjoy it; your readers certainly do!
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