Hi! Your writing vlog popped up on my TH-cam feed earlier this week, and I love it! It gives me so much inspiration to finish my own book! Thank you for filming and posting your video!
I'm late to the party here because I've been saving these videos to watch a few minutes at a time when I need creative impetus. I look forward to it so much! Thank you for creating this library of warm and inspiring wholesomeness. My favourite ending to a book isn't about a big reveal or a relationship kindled, or even the resolution of dramatic events. It's the arrival at a sense of belonging, and the comfort and togetherness of found family, at the close of The Long Way To A Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers. I hug my well-thumbed copy to my chest when I finish the last page and bask in that feeling your advisor described. It's my favourite book for a few reasons, and it makes me a better person every time I read it.
Hey Olivia just found you today and I am so happy for you and proud that you completed your book. You went through ups and downs but you conquered your mission😉. I personally can't wait to read this book, it sounds really good. I will be here until the book/books come out
I'm so hyped for this! Your vlogs have really inspired me and motivated me to power through starting my thesis project. I picked up A River Enchanted thanks to you, as well, and I'm obsessed. Thanks for your work! So I just finished watching the whole thing and I feel very bittersweet---I'm so happy for you accomplishing something so massively important, but I also will miss this part of the series, although I look forward to your future content and the book! Good luck, Olivia!
Great question! In total, the full draft took two years. I wrote the first 70% of the book in a year and a half (June '22 - Dec '23), and then revised it and wrote the last 30% in the last four months (Jan '24 - May '24).
Hi there, I found your channel this week and am so glad your writing vlog series popped up on my youtube front page! I really enjoy the cozy vibe of your videos, and when you talk about your story and writing process, your enthusiasm is captivating and I feel inspired to pick up my writing project again. Thanks for sharing your process, I'm looking forward to the next updates!
I'm sorry she didn't like your reveal. I agree with you that it's because it wasn't written beautifully, not because the idea doesn't work. I think it's important (and an important lesson too) for the author to prioritise their vision over other peoples constructive criticism. That reveal was shown to you in your imagination (you didn't make it up in the normal sense of the world). I reckon that means it's RIGHT. Something that reveals itself to you can't be anything but, so I hope you honour your original vision and stick to your guns.
congrats on finishing the draft!!! i hope the phone call went well :) the first book that i thought about for the ending question is The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern. i only remember the final image, BUT once i finished that book, i closed it an immediately started to sob from catharsis/the end to the character arcs!
Hey there, i've enjoyed listening to how excited you are for your project. The fizz you have is contagious. It was nice to hear someone who not only enjoys her editing but hypes the entire process up, making it seem desirable. I want to read your novel just because of how excited you are for it, lol. I'll look for it one day on the shelves at my local book store.
Wow, thank you so much for writing this, Brendon! (And also thank you for using the word "fizz." What a great word.) I am genuinely so excited to share this book with the world, and can't wait for you to read it. Thanks for the boost of encouragement!
I'm curious, do you feel like more of the emotional punches in those last few chapters are coming from objective things that happen in the plot, or do they depend on the understanding of the characters?
Wow, this is a great question! I had to stew over it for a while. My novel is very character-driven, so I think most the emotional power of the ending depends on character growth, especially the choices they make, which ultimately influence what happens in the finale. Thanks for asking such a thoughtful question!!! 💕
hello again, olivia! this is just the inspo i needed to get some work done on my own writing projects. i just finished a short story, this summer (may 28th to august 5th), i plan to write the 1st draft of a high fantasy novel, and for NaNoWriMo, i again will write the 1st draft of a fanfic piece. sooo exciting! also, i don't have an editor or anything like that, but i kind of implemented turning in "writing packets" to myself, though not in actual physical paper, to just keep myself in check with what i need to do so i can complete my drafts. thank you so much for this vid! i love, love your name! you remind me of an actress from house of the dragon, olivia cooke, who plays alicent hightower. again, thanks so much, so excited about your progress, really sorry some wasn't liked, but keep writing! just keep writing! you've got this! ❤
I love this Mariela! Hearing you share your writing goals & routine is so inspiring! 🥳 And I'm so excited to hear how your high fantasy novel goes. Way to go! 🙌
Good job Olivia, I'm so proud of you! I'm a little sad that we might not get a new video in a while :'( but I'm happy that this is the end of draft four for Project Amaranth. Can't wait to see what comes next! As for the best book ending I've ever read... That's a tough one. Maybe The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller? But that's my favorite book overall so it's not surprising that I liked the ending (despite it being heartbreaking).
Thank you so much, Shems! 💛 I'm gonna add Song of Achilles to my TBR right away! I LOVED Madeline Miller's novel Circe, and I've heard only incredible things about Song of Achilles. Thanks for the recommendation! 🥳
IF WE WERE VILLAINS by M.L. Rio was my favourite read last year, and the ending has stuck with me because of the way the author wrote it. I'm a big fan of hinting at things and letting readers decide how they think things go after that last page is turned.
That ending had me SHOOK. I remember sitting and staring at the last page for a few minutes trying to process everything that had happened. Such a good twist!
Congratulations, Olivia, on writing the ending! This video was such a pleasure to watch between all your real, joyful reactions to your own writing (which are 100% relatable) and your grace when receiving constructive feedback. As a M.F.A. Creative Writing major, I know that can be tough, but remember that you ultimately know what's right for your story. For me, I've found that what I write actually is right for the story; I just didn't execute it properly according to the feedback I received, lol. 😛 Anyway, I hope that encourages you and keep doing what you're doing! Also, this video couldn't have come a better time. I'll be submitting my first packet to my thesis director this week, and your video inspired me to get myself motivated. Thank you! Oh, and I love way too many books so I'll just go with the ending of the recent book I've read which is A Monster Calls by Peter Ness. That ending shredded my heart, haha!
Thanks Morgan! Thinking of you as you submit your first thesis packet this week. I'm so excited to hear more about your psychological screenplay hybrid. I hope it's going well! And I'm gonna add A Monster Calls to my TBR right away. Thanks for the recommendation! 💛
congratulations, can’t imagine how it must feel to write “the end” on your manuscript! you did it!!
Hi! Your writing vlog popped up on my TH-cam feed earlier this week, and I love it! It gives me so much inspiration to finish my own book! Thank you for filming and posting your video!
Hi Joy, thank you! It's lovely to meet you. 💛Best of luck with your book!
I'm late to the party here because I've been saving these videos to watch a few minutes at a time when I need creative impetus. I look forward to it so much! Thank you for creating this library of warm and inspiring wholesomeness.
My favourite ending to a book isn't about a big reveal or a relationship kindled, or even the resolution of dramatic events. It's the arrival at a sense of belonging, and the comfort and togetherness of found family, at the close of The Long Way To A Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers. I hug my well-thumbed copy to my chest when I finish the last page and bask in that feeling your advisor described. It's my favourite book for a few reasons, and it makes me a better person every time I read it.
Hey Olivia just found you today and I am so happy for you and proud that you completed your book. You went through ups and downs but you conquered your mission😉. I personally can't wait to read this book, it sounds really good. I will be here until the book/books come out
Thank you for writing this! 🥹 I'm so glad you're here. 💛
I'm so hyped for this! Your vlogs have really inspired me and motivated me to power through starting my thesis project. I picked up A River Enchanted thanks to you, as well, and I'm obsessed. Thanks for your work!
So I just finished watching the whole thing and I feel very bittersweet---I'm so happy for you accomplishing something so massively important, but I also will miss this part of the series, although I look forward to your future content and the book! Good luck, Olivia!
Thank you so much, Lizi! 🥹 This makes me so happy; I'm so glad you've found these videos encouraging. Good luck with your thesis! 💕 🥳
@@olivia.grace.cook. Thank you so much! ☺️
Sorry if I missed this info, but how long did this draft take you, start to finish?
Great question! In total, the full draft took two years. I wrote the first 70% of the book in a year and a half (June '22 - Dec '23), and then revised it and wrote the last 30% in the last four months (Jan '24 - May '24).
Hi there,
I found your channel this week and am so glad your writing vlog series popped up on my youtube front page! I really enjoy the cozy vibe of your videos, and when you talk about your story and writing process, your enthusiasm is captivating and I feel inspired to pick up my writing project again.
Thanks for sharing your process, I'm looking forward to the next updates!
Hey Verena, thanks for stopping by! I'm so glad these videos were inspiring for you. 😊 Best of luck with your writing project! 💕🙌
I'm sorry she didn't like your reveal. I agree with you that it's because it wasn't written beautifully, not because the idea doesn't work. I think it's important (and an important lesson too) for the author to prioritise their vision over other peoples constructive criticism. That reveal was shown to you in your imagination (you didn't make it up in the normal sense of the world). I reckon that means it's RIGHT. Something that reveals itself to you can't be anything but, so I hope you honour your original vision and stick to your guns.
Thank you Violetta!!! I appreciate this. Well said! 🙌
Just found your channel! What a nice attitude for writing, you seem like you really love what you're doing
Thank you, Jasmine! 💛🥹
you are absolutely a VIBE! so happy i found your channel! Subscribed! :)
Yay! 🥳 Thank you Lindsay! I'm glad you're here. 💛
congrats on finishing the draft!!! i hope the phone call went well :) the first book that i thought about for the ending question is The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern. i only remember the final image, BUT once i finished that book, i closed it an immediately started to sob from catharsis/the end to the character arcs!
Thank you so much! 🥳 Adding The Starless Sea to my TBR list right now!
I also just started a channel .omg this is my inspo
Hey there, i've enjoyed listening to how excited you are for your project. The fizz you have is contagious. It was nice to hear someone who not only enjoys her editing but hypes the entire process up, making it seem desirable. I want to read your novel just because of how excited you are for it, lol. I'll look for it one day on the shelves at my local book store.
Wow, thank you so much for writing this, Brendon! (And also thank you for using the word "fizz." What a great word.) I am genuinely so excited to share this book with the world, and can't wait for you to read it. Thanks for the boost of encouragement!
I'm curious, do you feel like more of the emotional punches in those last few chapters are coming from objective things that happen in the plot, or do they depend on the understanding of the characters?
Wow, this is a great question! I had to stew over it for a while. My novel is very character-driven, so I think most the emotional power of the ending depends on character growth, especially the choices they make, which ultimately influence what happens in the finale. Thanks for asking such a thoughtful question!!! 💕
hello again, olivia! this is just the inspo i needed to get some work done on my own writing projects. i just finished a short story, this summer (may 28th to august 5th), i plan to write the 1st draft of a high fantasy novel, and for NaNoWriMo, i again will write the 1st draft of a fanfic piece. sooo exciting! also, i don't have an editor or anything like that, but i kind of implemented turning in "writing packets" to myself, though not in actual physical paper, to just keep myself in check with what i need to do so i can complete my drafts. thank you so much for this vid! i love, love your name! you remind me of an actress from house of the dragon, olivia cooke, who plays alicent hightower. again, thanks so much, so excited about your progress, really sorry some wasn't liked, but keep writing! just keep writing! you've got this! ❤
I love this Mariela! Hearing you share your writing goals & routine is so inspiring! 🥳 And I'm so excited to hear how your high fantasy novel goes. Way to go! 🙌
@@olivia.grace.cook. aww thank you so much! love the excitement and encouragement! 👊🏻
Good job Olivia, I'm so proud of you! I'm a little sad that we might not get a new video in a while :'( but I'm happy that this is the end of draft four for Project Amaranth. Can't wait to see what comes next!
As for the best book ending I've ever read... That's a tough one. Maybe The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller? But that's my favorite book overall so it's not surprising that I liked the ending (despite it being heartbreaking).
Thank you so much, Shems! 💛 I'm gonna add Song of Achilles to my TBR right away! I LOVED Madeline Miller's novel Circe, and I've heard only incredible things about Song of Achilles. Thanks for the recommendation! 🥳
@@olivia.grace.cook. Circe is also one of my favorite books! I'm sure you'll enjoy TSOA just as much! Have a wonderful day 🤍
IF WE WERE VILLAINS by M.L. Rio was my favourite read last year, and the ending has stuck with me because of the way the author wrote it. I'm a big fan of hinting at things and letting readers decide how they think things go after that last page is turned.
That ending had me SHOOK. I remember sitting and staring at the last page for a few minutes trying to process everything that had happened. Such a good twist!
Congratulations, Olivia, on writing the ending! This video was such a pleasure to watch between all your real, joyful reactions to your own writing (which are 100% relatable) and your grace when receiving constructive feedback. As a M.F.A. Creative Writing major, I know that can be tough, but remember that you ultimately know what's right for your story. For me, I've found that what I write actually is right for the story; I just didn't execute it properly according to the feedback I received, lol. 😛 Anyway, I hope that encourages you and keep doing what you're doing!
Also, this video couldn't have come a better time. I'll be submitting my first packet to my thesis director this week, and your video inspired me to get myself motivated. Thank you!
Oh, and I love way too many books so I'll just go with the ending of the recent book I've read which is A Monster Calls by Peter Ness. That ending shredded my heart, haha!
Thanks Morgan! Thinking of you as you submit your first thesis packet this week. I'm so excited to hear more about your psychological screenplay hybrid. I hope it's going well!
And I'm gonna add A Monster Calls to my TBR right away. Thanks for the recommendation! 💛