M.J Ilsley (Maffy)

"By jove", I think I've got it!
          That is a quote, right? I used quotations, so even if it isn't, we'll break the rules and say it is.
          Hope you're all well.
          The truth is, I haven't been very well as of late, and it's really affecting my ability to right. I'm hoping I can get back into the swing of things soon, I like the majority of what I have come up with so far while being like this, but I know I can manage better.
          I won't go into detail what exactly is hindering me, but there we go.
          
          Much love to you all! <3 <3 xx

It's not always about getting it right the first time. Especially when it comes to writing. There's usually a first draft, a second draft, the potential for more drafts and then a final draft.
          It's important not to be afraid of how many drafts you do before you feel it's how you wanted it to be.  Just do what makes you happy.
          
          If it makes you feel better, this was supposed to be a motivational post, but I'm not sure it was very motivational at all. Either way, love to you all!
          
          **Hugs** xx

Had a really good time writing a prologue for an idea I was messing around with in April. It's been such a long time I've sat down to really do any writing though that I don't seem able to get the creative flow going and am really struggling to get off to a decent start.
          I'd like to say I'm going to keep at it, but I don't want to force the words, I want them to come naturally. So, I'm going to take a bit of a break, sort out some other stuff and hydrate myself.
          
          I'm really impressed with what I have so far though, as short as it is. No dates, yet, but I'll be sure to keep posting for those that are interested.
          
          For now, I'll leave you with the knowledge that what I have so far, I think I'm heading into the 'horror' genre. This should be really interesting because it means I'm going to have to be more descriptive in my writing style, something I'm really looking forward to seeing.
          
          I hope you are all well and enjoying whatever your current read is right now. I'd love to know what you're reading, so if you feel like sharing, be sure to drop me a reply or a cheeky little inbox.
          
          That's all for now, take care my lovelies. <3 <3 xx

Finally finished writing the first work I took down. I'm happy with the progress and the changes that I made. I may even talk/write about the changes in a future update, but for now, I'm happy with what has been done and may even upload it again soon.
          
          Until then, take care everyone and look after yourselves!.. xx

Hey smurf can't find ur story, what's the title???

Hey guys, I'd really like to get your feedback on the extract I've uploaded at; 
          
          http://www.wattpad.com/story/4653248-her-name-is-brooke-2-extract
          
          Thank you! ^.^ ^.^

Hey guys, 
          
          Do you think you could do me a favour really quick and take a few seconds out of your day to like my Facebook page; 
          
          https://www.facebook.com/pages/MJ-Ilsley/130242700483985?ref=hl
          
          It would really mean a lot and if you have a Facebook page, I'd be more than happy to like it in return. 
          
          Many thanks for reading. 
          
          Take care and look after yourselves guys. Many thanks again!
          
          ~~Maffy! :) :) 

@cookiefan28 Thank you. I sure did get some stuff from this. I'll be writing the sequel to #HNIB with a subtitle so it will be called; 'Her Name Is Brooke: [......]' 
          
          Then in my next work which will most likely be of another genre after I've wrote this one will be a series of longer, more detailed stories in which I hope I can get the reader to envision the surroundings as I do.
          The way I wrote #HNIB and the reason it's so short is because I want the reader to have freedom with the characters and their surroundings. I of course want to keep this in the longer stories I write, but it will be at a more advanced level. 
          
          Thanks for the suggestions and kind words. And a big thank you for supporting me! It really inspires and keeps me going! :) :)

Thought of bringing my tweets here. Good morning! I've pondered on some ideas about the title. Here it goes: I like the title when it initially tells something about the characters, like #HNIB, this title is beautiful because in the first place, you would know that the author is speaking of a very special girl named Brooke. How about these, "Romeo & Juliet", "Mr. & Mrs. Smith", & "Mac & Me", just to name a few. What about using a certain subject or object, if you will, & that subject may have something to do with the main characters that makes up the story. Example, "The Piano", "Titanic", etc. I mean you can come up with a title that has a certain connection between you & the other that soon blossomed into something beautiful like "The Notepad", "Wattpad", lol, just kidding on the latter. Another thing, you can use "Time" or "Date" to depict a moment in your life when you've met this beautiful person in your life. Examples are "Spring 2011", "22:00", or just the specific like "August 12,2012". I hope you'll get something from this :)

Many thanks! 
          I'm going to take more care whilst writing my the follow-up to #HNIB - I thought I did, but apparently not.
          
          I will take my time, concentrate and be inspired. Many thanks for the fantastic words of advice! :) :)