Reading vs. Writing

I've been reading a lot, spending time dedicated to writing by pursuing reading favorite authors. As well, I've been reading books by new authors and trying to analyze why that book sold. Sometimes I haven't a clue, frankly, other than perhaps the editor was in an unusually optimistic or cheerful mood the day that book was contracted. Other times, I identify an element that propels me forward in the book, turning pages when I know I should stop and do a load of laundry, start supper, or go to sleep. Those are the books I think about, wondering how to craft mine with that degree of reader involvement.

Coming up with story ideas is easy. Implementing them into a finished manuscript takes planning and perseverance. Achieving a completed work which entices that most important reader--the editor--requires magic. My magic wand is beside the computer monitor. Hmmm, I hope my supply of fairy dust is sufficient.