I have completed my fifth novel, and I’m now preparing to submit the manuscript to publishers and agents. It’s always an exciting time in the writing process as I grow hopeful that an agent or publisher will respond positively to my work and agree to represent me. It’s never happened, but I can always hope, right?

I’ve been through the submission process before, but there is something missing this time. Normally, I would also be in the process of starting my next novel, because writing is a constant in my life. I love writing and feel productive when I complete a page. The problem I’m currently facing is writer’s block. This is a first for me. I’ve been fortunate that I’ve always had an idea for my next book as I submit the current one to agents and publishers. The ideas aren’t coming to me this time. Curiously, my husband, who provided the ideas for two of my previous novels, is also suffering from some sort of block of his own.

As I fretted over my writer’s block, it occurred to me that I haven’t blogged in months. Blogging provides an opportunity to practice my writing. So, here I am. I’ve neglected my blog for too long and now is a perfect time to make up for that. Stay tuned.