AN – UPDATE
I had hoped I wouldn't have to do one of these annoying "not really a chapter – just an update dealies" but things have gotten a little nuts here and I feel bad leaving you all high and dry.
Between last minute travel plans and my BFF having a baby (at 31 wks so it's been touch and go for a while) I'm going to have to go on hiatus for a couple weeks. I have half a chapter I've been working on so once I finish that I will post it and then I won't be back until Saturday 7/31.
Sorry to be a downer. The good news is my friend and my new godson are both on the up and up so things are improving. Plus I have a bunch more story ideas for when I finish this one. I'm refusing to start anything new until this story is finished but to be honest this idea isn't my best – I just needed to start somewhere. That being said I have been scratching down outlines for other ideas. I'd love your guys opinions as to what you'd like to read next. Here a few I have so far – (the names are finalized, it's just so I can keep them sorted and this way you can say 'I want to read this title' without having to copy and paste a whole darn description) - also, all of these would be rated M with lemony goodness...
Burning Vampire (B x E)
...Bella decides to try out the 'Burning Men' festival with her on-again-off-again boyfriend Mike. The stress of preparing for the major event causes them to break up as soon as the arrive to Black Boulder City. Bella is forced out of her camp and ends up meeting Edward, a member of 'Vamp Camp.' Yes – that's right – vampires pretending to be humans pretending to be vampires. Of course Bella has no idea Edward's not human, and sparkley skin is a big hit at the alternative arts festival so no one would think it's out of place. Together they explore the festival where anything can happen. This is a fluffy, happy story with a good dose of humor.
Past and Present (B x E x Jasper)
...Bella wakes up as a vampire with no memory of her human life. Though he's only just met her, Edward is by her side, telling her about his own past while slowly growing closer to her in the present. The story flips back and forth between Edward's past and Bella's present, each chapter containing half of each. As the story unfolds, Edwards past eventually comes back to find him in the form of his past lover, Jasper. Who will Edward choose, Bella or Jasper? Does he have to choose? This is a Bella x Edward x Jasper story so if polyamory isn't you're thing then, well... this story wouldn't be for you. I can say that the format of this, flipping between past and present, allows for an interesting lemon idea... Edward remembering a time with Jasper, and Edward currently enjoying his time with Bella. Could be fun :)
Vampire Detective (B x Jasper)
...Jasper never met Alice in that diner. He wandered alone and eventually turned to vegetarianism on his own in an attempt to at least find human companionship. He's still an outsider, working as a detective in Portland. One day a brunette bombshell darkens his doorway. She wants his help solving the suspected murder of her father. He'll find more than a job along the way. Meanwhile, Bella knows all about vampires. She dated Edward up until he was killed by James and Victoria in the ballet studio in Phoenix. Her fear of the Volturi keeps mouth shut once she gets close enough to Jasper to see his secret. What she doesn't realize is that this partnership is part of a much bigger picture.
Heavy in Your Arms (B x E)
…AH...Basically it's a version of 'The Cutting Edge' … Bella is a prissy/snarky pairs figure skater who has lost her partner. Edward is a cocky speed skater who's recent injury ruined his chance to compete – unless he tries something new. It's an unlikely pair but together they are a work of art on ice. And yes, the title was stolen from the song on the Eclipse soundtrack. Every time I hear that song I think about how perfect it would be for an iceskating routine.
Never Going to Happen (B x J)
...AH...Bella is a nobody who just felt like seeing her favorite band, even if none of her friends would go with her. Jasper is a Texas native with a rough past, and also the star of said band. Jasper sees Bella alone, happily singing along to all the lyrics, and much to her surprise, approaches her after the concert. Its the beginning of an unlikely friendship. Bella has been hurt before and is never going to believe the hot musician and star of her dreams could possibly have feelings for her. It takes help from Alice, Peter, Charlotte, Rose and Emmett to get these two on the right track... or else it's never going to happen.
Let me know which idea you like best. Your opinion matters! If they all sound like crap – just tell me, I'll come up with something better :)
That's about it for now. And don't worry – I AM finishing 'The Edge' first. I have the rest of the story mapped out and I think you all will be happy in the end.
Thank you for your continued support!