Ianto BigBang Status

[sariagray]

I know, you're probably all not interested. But if I don't do this, I will...freak out constantly? And okay, yeah, I like to hear myself talk  see myself type  hear myself type.





So. We are currently at ~28,500 words. The plot is being wound up in the way that we...hoped it might. We don't have much more to write, technically, but we don't want it to stop. There was a point around 8k words, I believe, where we thought the story was done. Apparently, there were about 20k words more of story. We've been writing in 200-400 word intervals, back and forth. I'll write a few paragraphs, email it, and then analineblue will write a few more, email it back, and so on. We've been doing this for...months now, I think. I don't even remember. 28k words in 300-word intervals over months. And yet we really want this to go on forever.


Not that it will, of course. We will obviously stop it at some point. It's wrapping up now, really.


Also, we have a beta now! It feels a bit like...looking for an editor for a novel. We had lengthy discussions about who we should get, what we would expect them to do, etc. It was hard because we're so used to betaing for each other. But! Our first choice agreed quite exhuberantly, and we're very happy to have her on board! ♥ (Not mentioning names in case said beta wishes to remain anonymous. Like an anonymous benefactor.)


This is how we pitched the idea to her (because I so belong in sales!): The premise of our fic is a Jack and Ianto love story set against the backdrop of 21st century Cardiff, Wales. In the aftermath of From Out of the Rain, Ianto seeks to determine just what the night travelers are; alien, supernatural, etc. In his pursuit to discover bits of Jack's past, he finds himself firmly grounded in the present, and facing an unknown future. Or some such tagline. Basically, it's a bit of plot, and a lot of rambling conversations. Also some smut. Also some Team!Togetherness. Also some angst. Also some domestic!fluff. Fun for the whole family!


As you can see, I am very excited about this! 


Speaking of being excited, I made a mix for it! Not...a legitimate mix like one of the artists who might choose us would make, but a "Every time I write my next section, I will listen to this!" mix. 


Here. Have some of the mix!



I'm Not Ready To Love - Rufus Wainwright (ignore the...anime?)



We Never Change - Coldplay



How My Heart Behaves - Feist



Diamond Meadows - T.Rex



Imaginary Love - Rufus Wainwright



Let It Rain - OK Go



We Only Come Out At Night - The Smashing Pumpkins (ignore the...cat?)



Interstate Love Song - Stone Temple Pilots



Your Cloud - Tori Amos



Parabol - Tool




It feels like I'm trying to...drum up interest (and business!) for this fic. Maybe I am? In a world where the economy is based on your collective love for us? IDEK. But! We are very excited. You should be excited with us. And no matter what, I'm really proud. This has kept me writing even when I felt like nothing was worth saying. And I think it's made us really hyper-aware of what we say and how we say it, while also allowing for more stream-of-consciousness. This probably makes no sense. Except in my head.


But, you guys. 28k words. WHAT. How did this happen? *Bounces*

Comments

[kiraclara.livejournal.com]

See I need something like that cause I only have about 2500 words which are bits of different chapters. Hopefully I can get everything done before the deadline.

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

You can do it! :D

Sorry I missed you last night, too. I had gone to bed already. :(

[beesandbrews.livejournal.com]

You should feel good about your accomplishment and this post. :)

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

I feel good about everything! Especially your icon, which had me staring for a good five minutes. :D

[miss-bekahrose.livejournal.com]

Oh wow! I'm very much looking forward to reading it :)

Now, if only I were moving at a third of the pace, I'd be happy. I seem to have stalled at just under 3000 words. :|

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

I hope it doesn't disappoint!

Honestly, if this were on my own, I would get so...distracted/discouraged. I can't do marathon-writing like some. I'm more of a sprinter!

I hope you get your...mojo? Writing-fu? Muses in flowing gowns? back soon! *Encourages through various pokes and prods*

[jedi-harkness.livejournal.com]

Sounds like a great story! I'm looking forward to reading it!

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

Aw, thanks hun! I hope it's as good as the hype I've created.

[neeems.livejournal.com]

Oh, looking forward to reading it! Also, great mix!

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I don't know how it happened but somehow I ended up making mini-mixes for everything I do...;)

[fiwen1010.livejournal.com]

You are doing well :D I can't wait to read that story (as long as you're not going to make me cry. You won't make me cry, will you?)

I haven't even started writing yet, although I have got notes of all the dates and events and locations ready to start this afternoon/evening

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

No crying! I promise! It is admittedly a bit angsty at times, but not sad-angst. More..."We are clearly not Communications majors" angst. :D

You write fast, though. I'm sure you'll be fine. I am not so motivated/dedicated. :)

[ketsi-aiita-n.livejournal.com]

Consider me sufficiently hyped.

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

I think this is going to end up like...I get all the hype going and you're all disappointed. Which is actually pretty appropriate for TW fic, I think. ;) I am grateful for your hype, though!

[vsee.livejournal.com]

Well, I am sold. *waits*

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

Sweet! Your icon amuses me. :)

[analineblue.livejournal.com]

This has kept me writing even when I felt like nothing was worth saying. And I think it's made us really hyper-aware of what we say and how we say it, while also allowing for more stream-of-consciousness.

YES. This makes sense in my head too. <333 Because I feel 100% the same way about this whole process. And GAH, I think I'm stalling writing my next section because I fear the End Is Near!! HELP. *__* ...No really, I'll be fine, I just... *sniff* XD;;

♥

[sariagray.livejournal.com]

I am glad you feel the same! Also! Do you SEE the hype I've created? If we were selling something, we could retire to that commune/circus we've been planning!

I am so procrastinating now, too. This is why I could never write a novel, I think.

[analineblue.livejournal.com]

*laughs* I know that feeling. Every time I send you a section I'm like "Whew, 300 words, go me!" :P And I mean, it's just 300-400 words, but it always feels like an accomplishment? And I kind of like it in small increments like that... I have no idea what this has to do with writing a novel, but... :P I guess just that if it was just me writing. I'd naturally stop sooner? :P