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Welcome to the writing portfolio of Carl Ralston.
This site is continuously being improved. While you're here, you can sample my writings, learn more about my projects and contact me.
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4/12/2024 - I have swapped betas with a few aspiring writers! So far, it has been a really rewarding experience. If you've participated, thank you!
4/9/2024 - I added trigger warnings and a list of similar books/inspirations to the Paper Swallows sample.
4/6/2024 - I finished the third draft of Paper Swallows! Soon, I'll start drafting query letters and reaching out to agents!
4/3/2024 - I made a lot of structural changes to the manuscript tonight. I broke the last eight chapters into ten, mostly where I already had scene breaks. Those kinds of edits, for me, are the most challenging. I can line-edit all day long. But shifting the structures of what already exists? Mental blocks. Just musing. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
3/31/2024 - I added supplemental material for Paper Swallows. You can find it here. Additionally, I am only about 70 pages away from completing the third draft! Happy Easter if that's your thing.
3/30/2024 - I edited and created more content for this website. Also, I'm starting the edits for part three.
3/29/2024 - I created this website.