The Writer's Life 10/12 - Minor Matters

I consider my computer skills to be a bit above intermediate, but sometimes I wonder if I'm giving myself too much credit. I transferred a copy of the PDF file of my next novel to google docs, hoping I'd be able to edit there without any of the problems I've been having with Word. The transfer wasn't perfect but has been easily amended so far, as I experimented with the title page and the About the Author blurb. One aspect troubled me. There was no down arrow on the page. Clicking bit by bit on the side was taking me past the desired point. I searched the FAQ's for help and, sure enough, the solution was simple - the down arrow on the keyboard. Duh! I'm so encouraged I have to fight to not to begin the next phase immediately. I think it's best not to rush.

Amazon is merging Create Space with KDP, which previously handled only Kindle books. I made the transfer last night. One aspect puzzles me. I was told to select distribution channels and didn't find anything on either site to address the issue, even after entering the phrase in each search box. I sent out an email but have yet to receive a response. I bet they're being bombarded by people like me at present.

I visited the doctor this morning. Good news: my cholesterol is 225, not high enough to warrant medication. Bad news: I'm 180, five pounds overweight. Smaller portions on tap, especially of my dinner time soda fix. Everything else is fine. I have the paperwork to set up the dreaded colonoscopy, which I will schedule for winter.

Since I was in Bensonhurst, I set up shop on Bay Parkway, which enabled me to dodge any book donations that may have come at my usual nook. I'm way overstocked. My thanks to the gentleman who bought five thrillers in Russian, and to the woman who selected another; and to the woman who purchased Nora Roberts' Hot Ice and another novel; and to Mr. Conspiracy, who purchased a book on the basics of electricity. I hope he doesn't short out his whole house.

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