Update- I'm Still Here, Just Have Been Busy! · 5:42am May 13th, 2013
Hello everyone. Sorry I've been silent for so long. I'm still around, I've just been busy with work and deeply involved with my new project "Then There Was You." So far the new story is going great! I've already finished the rough draft of chapter 1 (currently a little over 7,200 words), but I'm going to keep writing till I have at least a couple chapters drafted. I've also been continuing to give Jeanne's story a lot of developmental attention as well. Unlike some stories, I've done some research into a few things, done character molding, and have been bouncing countless ideas for the romance and various other aspects of the story with Jeannedarc's creator. That's why the lack of blogs and updates. I'm serious about this story. In fact this has me feeling new found drive for my novel "The Realm of Forgotten Magic", which has not received the attention it deserves.
Now, never forget, I love writing these pony stories, but my time is just so limited anymore. That's why I have to pick and choose what I work on, and if I am ever to make it as a writer and continue to make these wonderful tales for all of you, I need to start writing some actual novels and earning some money. This way I can leave that annoying factory job and have time to focus on my true passion.
Now it's come to my attention that some of you are disheartened by what happened with Rainbow Dash and her story. I too am sad that I lost my focus on it. But rest assure, it's not because of Rainbow Dash. In fact as I worked on her story, I actually fell in love with her for a time (take that for whatever you will, I have nothing to hide), and really enjoyed writing about her, but what started killing it for me was the 2nd-person narrative. It's just so limited, like 1st-person. I just need a good long break from that style. From February through most of April, all I did was 2nd person. I burned myself out on it and I need to go to 3rd person for the foreseeable future. Besides, very few novels are done in 2nd-person, and I just love the depth I can enjoy form 3rd person.
This is why I'm going be focusing on the following stories for the time being:
1. "Then Their Was You" - My main focus with the other two as back up, when I need to gather my thoughts on this one.
2. "A Total Eclipse of Their Hearts"
3. "You Brighten My Day"
I'm sorry to say that most of my 2nd person fics have been delayed indefinitely, and I can't say when Rainbow's will be finished. I'd honestly have rather done a 3rd person story about her, but one-shots like that usually don't do well without proper development and I just don't have the time. Besides, I never expected to find a pony like Jeannedarc that would take me so by storm. So, I know this comes as a blow to many of you, but I don't see any way out of this, unless things vastly improve at my job, and I don't see it happening. Now, fans of "For Whom She Sparkles" need not worry. I can't say when but I will certainly be continuing with that story, I just need a break from 2nd person stories for a bit. You know I need to do what's best for me as well. If things can turn around with my writing a new novel, then things will greatly improve overall. I hope you all will understand. I know many of you are supper psyched for Jeanne's story already, and most of you have stuck with me despite the wait for things, so I really appreciate that! More than you may think.
For now, my immediate focus is on Jeanne's story. I'll be sure to keep you all up to date with my progress and when I am ready to post chapter 1, I'll let you know. I want to stay several chapters ahead of my posting, so I have some breathing room if I run into any snags. That, and I need to buy time while I wait for cover art. If need be I was given the ok by Jeanne's creator to adapt some of her existing art into a cover image. Again, I'll keep you all posted. I'm really loving this new story, and have had no real issues writing it and the inspiration is just as strong as ever, so I plan to ride this train all the way into the station. Thank you as always for your ongoing support! Take care!
- Jaydex
Enjoy this pic of Luna called - "The Moonlight"
I can understand you needing a break from 2nd person stories as like you said, you are limited to what you can do in them. I've got to get started writing on my story, but I need to find the time and get all my thoughts down. But anyway, good luck to all that you do.
lol all good, you can't force the writing, what process's do you go through when you write a story?
>Been silent for so long
>Less than week since last blog
Bro you're fine. Keep doing what you're doing. Dashie is crying, though.
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Thanks for the encouragement. I hope when the time comes, you have a good time working on your story. I know I'm letting a number of Rainbow Dash fans down, but I just need a break from 2nd person, like you noted. But I will write more stories like that in due time. And Dashie will be first.
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Well, my writing process isn't anything too fancy. 1st, I form an idea, and if it has potential, I make some notes and do some brainstorming about it. 2nd, I determine who all I want to be in it, specifically main characters. 3rd, I mentally outline a scene or consider a starting point. 4th, as the idea seems to take a shape and survive the "Do I want to make this a reality?" phase, then I start writing, and parallel either a mental or actual outline. Afterwards, I take tons of notes, especially if ideas hit me when I'm say, at work. The rest ends up culminating in what you end up reading as my final draft, following the completion and heavy editing of a rough draft.
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That's the plan, and thank you.
I never meant to hurt her, that's why I had a heart to heart talk with her. Besides, her story isn't cancelled, merely delayed for the time being. I won't scrap over 17,000 words of story, just need to get my 2nd person mojo replenished.
Besides some of what I have in her story is really hot!
I can't abandon that! 
I just need to say this first .
Every done a script style story?
You know like my qweer (Me and FlutterShy bit thing.)
So taking a break on 2nd person stories...Cool cool.
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I don't mind at all.
At least a 3rd preson will "be in later times.
1."You Brighten My Day"- Might as well be a main focus with the other two as back up, when I need to gather my thoughts on this one.
LOLI
2. "A Total Eclipse of Their Hearts"
3. "You Brighten My Day
Seem good to go for me only
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Hey, you put "You Brighten My Day" on the list twice. That's not the order I posted!
And I have done script/play style stories, though they are best if someone can act them out.
1075078 That is in order *grin
You just don't see it yet.
Hmm, if someone can act them out?
But, who?
Schwar:(Points at Jay)
Awesome, my favorite author in all of FIMfiction is going to write a real novel. Man, you got to tell me when it is out and I will go buy it right away. (and I don't care what it will be about. I will still buy it.(even if it is a redone Twilight saga.) Stay awesome bro.
Stay strong and pony on.
You could always just write your one shots in third person as well. I mean that only thin that would have to be added is like just one, or two paragraphs of the character's background. Plus seeing as how many of your one shots end up getting continuation you could always just add more development when you see fit.
Instead of making a post i will let a shirt do the talking for me!
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Thanks for yet another excitement-inducing update!
Of course, from our discussions, you know how I feel about Jeanne.
I know that no matter what road you travel, it will always lead to greatness, and tales of epic proportions!!
a novel?
you've piqued my interest, good sir.
i think you'll find little but patience among your followers; from the comments i've seen on your stories so far, we all seem to value quality over speed,
and thus apologies are entirely unnecessary.
though the heads up is ofcourse greatly appreciated
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But I do still plan on working on Luna and Tia's fics, so have no fear.
Or maybe you don't see the order!
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Still, I'm proud I can say I wrote a novel. but neither story will be like the Twilight saga. I do have blog about my new novel idea: here, in case you're interested in what it's about.
Actually, it will be my 2nd novel. I already have one published, but it was done before I came here and improved my skills. Links to a blog about "Enchanted Destiny" (said 1st novel, before FIM) can be found on my user page within my profile along with a link to where paperback and ebooks can be bought. But it's not as good as what I can do right now.
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I will certainly keep that in mind. Thanks for the suggestion.
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Thanks Vex, I shall!
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Anytime, my friend! BTW, chapter 2 of Jeanne's story has already cleared 3,200 words! Just have to survive some dang OT at work before I can write again. But this new story is going great!
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It's the same way I feel about Jeanne! 
And thanks for your warm regards, I will continue to give writing my all! 
Thank you, my friend! I know how you feel about her!
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Links to a blog about it and to where it can be bought are under the profile section of my user page, just in case you might be interested. Oh and here is a link to my blog regarding this new novel idea: New Novel
This will actually be a second novel. I've already published one, but it lacks my improving skills that I have now. Still it's one of the best compositions I've ever done.
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hmm, i'll have to see about ordering it
the summary *is* generic, as you said, but since i've read all your stories on this site you qualify as a "known author" which is enough to get over it.
i believe i've read you wrote it before your time on fimfiction? in that case i'm even more interested as i want to see how your skills evolved
i'll also keep an eye on your new novel
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I appreciate it. And yeah, it's amazing how my skills have changed since I wrote my first novel. I've learned how to do dialogue much better, and how and when to use commas. Plus since that novel was a self-publication, the publisher didn't do any editing other than what I did and I had someone else (a friend and avid reader I know locally) do for me.
Though most people that have read it don't seem phased by my amateurish skills and seem to really enjoy the story. I guess that's a plus.
But now that I've improved, I feel that writing a new novel will be much more successful.
Thanks for the support.
Take your time Jaydex, I know that your are busy, so, focus your thoughs, keep calm and the inspiration will come up sonner. BTW I saw the pics of Jeane in other of your posts (SFW and NSFW :) ) and I must say, she is so beautiful; I know that you will create a great fanfic about her :)
I will look foward for your next updates, I am sure that the wait will worth it ♥
Peace and Brohoof !!! /)
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Good hearing from you! Yeah, I think this new story will be something beyond special. Jeanne is quite a pony. I've spent the past few weeks bouncing ideas off her creator, and we've had a lot of fun discussing her character. I'm already moving along nicely on chapter 2 and have material outlined through chapter 4. Once I get to the first really tender/cloppy scene, I'll probably start posting this story. I just want to stay a chapter or two ahead so if I need time to plan, I still have something all but ready to post. It's a new strategy and I think it will work. Plus the new idea is already over 10,000 words and counting. The easiest 10k+ of words I've written in a long time.
*brohoof* Right back at you! Take care!
1085490 Nothin' like a new style or idea to really oil the gears of the experienced writer's mind!
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I'll say. This idea should take me far. One of my followers asked how long this will be when it's done. I can't say, because I plan on taking this as far as my heart and imagination will let me!
1086854 Well I wish you the best of luck, I let myself do the same thing with MY first story, being the same in terms of third-person format.
And THAT went on for over 110k words!
Be like Twilight examining a library full of stuff she doesn't know.
Just go nuts!
I haven't spoken to you in a very long time Jaydex :).
I'm happy to see that everything is coming along for you, and you're doing well with your Jeanne fic.
That you want to move onto 3rd person fics isn't a problem whatsoever - as you say, you're going to have to sooner or later, because that's what stories primarily *are*. You are wonderful with your 2nd-person stories and have suitably found a niche for yourself...but if you want to expand yourself as a writer, as you say, you'd have to go beyond that.
Oh, I know this is totally random, and you don't need *more* on your plate, but throwing this idea out there....what are your thoughts on the flower ponies? (Roseluck, Daisy, Lily).
For some reason, I had this idea you'd like them: you have a passion for taking underrated background ponies and giving the love they deserve (and while the first one is popular in her own right, the other two, much less all three as a group, are not really used a whole lot).