TB has no idea what a 99 is. Clare says it’s a deliciously synthetic vanilla ice cream cone with a chocolate flake stuck in it. TB’s not buying it.

The duo had a hellish week getting the next draft of their cowrite to the editor on time. They knew it wouldn’t be fun, and it wasn’t. TB tossed her stress ball at the wall, mumbling like a madwoman, and Clare convinced herself everything was rubbish. Shockingly, they got it to the editor with hours to spare.

In lockdown news, Clare is ticking off more middle-class bingo items, including zoom cocktail parties and attempting a sourdough starter that she’s named Sara the Sourdough. Is it wise to name something you plan to eat?

Now for the question of the week: How do you decide what to write next? TB is starting a new writing project on Monday, which is only three days away, and she still hasn’t decided what it will be. The next Girl Love Happens or a light-hearted novella? In a similar situation, Clare is deciding between finishing her Christmas book she started earlier this year or the 7th book in her London series. Clare also wants to write a short story but has only blocked off 3 days. Will she write it?

Factors they consider when deciding their next project include: Is the timing right for a series or standalone? Making enough money to pay bills and buy 99s. Mental health. Editing deadlines. Are they simply being tempted by a shiny new object?

While both are leaning toward a certain project, they’re not ready to make any pronouncements about what’s next.

How do you decide what to write next? Head over to www.lesbianswhowrite.com, and leave a comment on the episode. Or you can email them at: [email protected].

Stop back next week for an entertaining conversation about what story length they like to read and write.

Happy listening!

Clare and TB

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