Maybe a Book Cover

It’s been a minute since my last post, but all’s good. I’ve been deep in the trenches working on my next book, currently titled TBD. Initially, my goal was to finish and release it in July, September, or December o022. But as any recovering alcoholic can tell you, flexibility is key—so cut me some slack! My publisher keeps reminding me that “the book will get done when it’s done,” and I appreciate that kind of patience. It’s a good reminder to trust the process rather than rush it.

Writing a book is an experience I hope everyone gets to try at least once in their life. It does get easier the more you do it, just like anything else—practice makes perfect. Even though this is my third book, it’s still not effortless. Writing demands mental energy, which means pulling from the same 100% I use for everything else, and balancing daily responsibilities while keeping the writing bucket full is no small feat. We all juggle the essentials like work, relationships, and self-care, and it’s tough to carve out enough space for creativity. Sometimes, I find myself beating up over what I didn’t accomplish, which has to stop—it makes the process twice as complicated when you’re carrying that kind of guilt.

My writing process has definitely evolved. Now, I outline my ideas, write them, and then let them sit for a few weeks before revisiting them. When I feel stuck, I switch to voice-to-text, jotting down notes that I can revisit later. I’ve found that letting things sit gives me fresh perspective and clarity when I come back to it. As of now, I’m about 70% through the rough content. It still needs a lot of editing, but I’m feeling good about it.

Today, I’m feeling pretty solid—lots of coffee, a bit of footie, and a gorgeous blue sky in Santa Fe, New Mexico, reminding me to stay grounded.

I’ll keep you posted as my process continues to evolve. I just wanted to drop a little conversation into the universe for now. Until next time, be kind, do good, and care for each other.

-Bryan