For the first time the notification thingy worked! Good job I unliked and liked again!

Okay Andy, a couple of things.

1) Gawd do I feel you about having so many stories in mind and wanting to write them all. One by one does it, though, and you have been attempting a LOT in the last few months. Say, now that a few of your stories are almost sorted, why not take a week or so to feel out what story appeals most to YOU to write.

2) This sort of continues from the above--you mention that there are types of stories that readers like to read and how that differs from what you REALLY WANT to write. So, simple equation buddy ol' pal. 1 + 1. Why not create a story in the world you want, with the plot you want AND have a romance/angst story running through it? Either as a main story line or as a strong second story line?

3) Yes I.S is very good. I totally get you when you say it inspires you to write, and that is a mark of a good story--what exactly about it do you like so much? That it's deep? That the stakes are very high? Is it the feelings you get when reading it? Because, in my opinion, no matter the genre there is room to add depth, stakes and push for strong emotions. And, Andy, you can handle a challenge.

4) Antho stories are fun reads--I do try to read them, but honestly, I love a novel--there's more 'space' to really get to know and fall in love with characters. When I search for stories to read, I generally go for novel/novella sized ones. There might be others that do that too.

I do understand it was a lot of work--but if you DO write the novel to this, this story was good for yourself in terms of background and getting to know your characters--and possibly what this other story could be.

5) Oh my Gawd. You and Mike are almost papas!!! Ekkk! How cool. (Enjoy last months of freedom. *ominous music) totally kiddin' ya. Sorta. hahahahahaha.

6) -- 'cause you're cool.

Reading is good! It calms me down from my hype. Gotta try that Indiana Summer soon.

You are not the only one to recommend it!

I can't believe you still get so much written! You better write as much as you can before the baby comes She might slow you down some... in a good way of course!

Oh Andy, don't you have the most reviews for the anthology? Hush, your stuff is great and people love it.

I know what you mean about the 'writing what the people' want thing . . . been thinking about that a lot as I get to the end of my first story. As a writer you don't wanna do the exact same thing . . . but you know that's what the readers are kinda hoping for . . . it's hard. Don't have advice b/c I haven't crossed the threshold yet But um I really like Purpose and as soon as summer break comes I'm gonna devour it

You had better write fast because in 16 weeks you are not going to be doing much

If your try to write for other people and not for yourseld you lose 'it'