REVIEW - 5:48 (by Chloe Cheng)

This book has been on my mind pretty much since the day I've picked it, it's been tucked away in my mind pretty much every second, of every minute of every day. I cannot get enough of Chloe Cheng's writing. This story has been been the beginning, it's opened my eyes up wider than I thought imaginable, she's really opened my eyes up to my own depression and exactly how it affects me. And even to the extent of how I affect others, which even though you think about you don't actually realise is quite damaging. It's definitely not a story for the weak hearted, or weak minded.

I definitely feel like you need a back bone, to be able to get through the emotional journey that this story will take you on. And don't be afraid to open up, there is so much more out there.

Without a doubt this has to be one of my favourite books of the moment, I would highly recommend it to any person who wants a decent read. It's incredible, and it does really open your eyes to an entire new way of life. Which for some people could be really useful, as they don't really see the behind the scenes of some people's anxieties or depression. Or any form of mental health, it would be empowering for people to read it for that very reason.

I would have to rate this story a solid - 5 / 5

If you would like to read this story, I would recommend you visit her story on the Wattpad website. This is the link right here: https://www.wattpad.com/8540657-5-48-re-writing-extended-summary 

Trying Again

I have been working on another blog recently and I have finally got in to a place where I am comfortable to do it again, and don't feel completely pressured into doing it. I have been focusing mainly on that blog, and journalling again, which is a refreshing turn of events. However, this blog has been catching my eye more often than not, which is probably why I am working on this post now. I just want to get back into writing, bringing my stories back to life and what better way to do that, than to start blogging and planning again?

I know it's going to take a lot of time, and I have to be patient, but I want to do this and it's that determination that is keeping me going at the moment. I would love to get back on Wattpad as well, but I'm thinking one step at a time. I want to share my writing, but before I do that I have to write it. Which, couldn't be more obvious but at the same time it's true. I have to start again, and really commit. Whereas, before I honestly didn't commit.

I shall show you my other blog as well, I'll make sure to leave a link at the bottom of this blog post, I would also like to know. Do you any of you ever suffer from a strong sense of writer's block? Because it has definitely been an incredibly difficult thing to get over, it's like the blockage in my brain wouldn't shift, not even for a second. I haven't even been able to commit to reading, but I think a little of that has something to do with my depression, which I usually can handle pretty well. But as of lately, it's been controlling my life - more so than I care to admit to. I would love to see if any of you have to tackle depression as well. Do you have any advice?

I always reading articles and blog posts, searching for some answers.  I am taking anti-depressants as well but I'm still in the early stages of it and have a long way to go before it'll be making much different. Although, I must be having some good effects from it, as I am writing again. It's not the main type of writing I want to be doing, but however it is a start. Which I can only hope will develop into more.

I'll be doing my best to update this blog more, though I can't promise it'll be extremely regular as I haven't much content to offer for the moment. But as I get more and more into writing, I shall slowly start sharing ideas and artwork with you and also just showing you my process of writing. And anything else I have to offer.

I am so glad to be back, what do we think of the new image as well?

Do we like?

See you soon,

I Am A Girl Obsessed

I am completely obsessed.

I feel like books are my life at the moment, I can't get enough of reading, or finding more books to buy and just listening to books. 

I've downloaded a few apps that I basically spend all of my time on, I just love each one. 

The first one, of course had to be: 

Goodreads

This app is just brilliant. I scanned in every book I own and now I can actually keep an eye on which ones I've read and which ones I haven't. 

I've decided to start again with reading my books, I've managed to work my way through two so far. 

Which is: The girl with all the gifts and then of course On Dublin street. 

Both of these books are incredible and highly recommend both, I'm currently reading Panic which from what I've read so far, is extremely good. 

Which actually leads me on to my next app, Audible. This app is amazing, I've signed up for the 30 day trial for the moment and I've downloaded Fifty shades of grey which I've been meaning to read again for a while.

This app makes it easier for me to work through two books at the same time. I can listen to one on my travels to work and what not, and the other one I can read in my spare time at home. 

As you can see as well I've downloaded some free samples, which is always good to see if I like the stories, then maybe I'll download them. 

The other apps that I've only recently downloaded are: iBooks and of course, Kindle.

This way I can get even more of a variety of books to download and read on the go, they look like this. 

I'm already gathering a collection of books to read in the near future. I honestly cannot wait. 

I'll keep you guys posted. 

New Blog

Hello everyone,

Okay recently I tried to quit my course at Plymouth University, but I've had some trouble trying. Apparently it's not that easy any more, as I want to attend another course at the University I have to complete at least my first year before doing so. So, I've had a lovely long talk (an hour and half, long talk) with the course leader and he's persuaded me to stay on the course, but barely.

It was a very emotional talk and has caused me to reflect on myself as a person, as well as my work. I have now got to complete the last 8 weeks of work to complete the first year, it shouldn't be too bad. Although the year is already part way through a project which I will have to catch up on. So what I'm going to do is, stop.

And just start again.

It's going to be so difficult, but I have to stay positive. I'm going to be making myself a new blog to be able to keep my frustrations in check, and I'm going to be attending University every single day of the week. This is going to be extremely stressful but I'm going to have to push it aside.

So let's get to business.

I'm going to be making another blog today, just something simple to post on, to vent any frustrations. Once I've done all the work I need to, then I shall be looking into decorating the blog and turning it into something a little more snazzy, so to speak.

Until then, I shall try and update you on this blog about my writing, and I shall also be updating you on my weight watching blog as well. Although I have to go back to University it doesn't mean that I have to stop going gym.

Chat to you soon.

Small Mercies Widget

STORY INFO: Small Mercies

It's incredibly how one story can stop you dead in your tracks, and I truly believe that is what happened with myself and Small Mercies I could only focus on Dreams Series for a while but then suddenly, everything changed.

Small Mercies has consumed me whole, it's all I can think about. I attempted to work on the next chapter of Dreams and I just couldn't focus, not even slightly. All I can think about is this Paranormal/Horror that I've suddenly begun re-writing. It's an unusual story.

It's the type of story I'd usually write, it's definitely more dark, aggressive and mentally disturbing. But there is a layer of strange that has drawn me in, kept me wondering. I just can't seem to think of a decent enough storyline, which worries me.

I really want this story to be a good one, it's just trying to create one that is in fact good. I have made myself a new cover though, he is all of the covers I've actually had for this story so far. I hope they are improving, you could always leave me a comment if you think I am.

 I've put them all in order of how I've designed them and I actually adore the image I've used for the latest one, it's got such an incredible look to it, it's unbelievably. I must find the photographer and make sure they get full thanks for the incredible image, which fits perfectly with the story.

If you would like to read my favourite story at the moment, I have two chapters up at the moment and am currently working on the next chapter. It's already having a strange turn, but it's definitely going to be interesting.

STORY INFO: Dreams Of The Descendant

It's become an obsession.

Dreams Of The Descendant is officially my obsession, it's the only story I can ever think about it's just beyond mind blowing. I actually can't wait to finish the first book, so I can start on the sequel's. They are going to be intense, plus I can't wait to get it out of my head and onto a page.

I have been completely obsessed about my main characters as well, they've been developing far more than I genuinely thought they would. It's going to be interesting to see how they develop further into the story.

I've also been working on my covers for the story, yet still can't seem to settle on an imagine. I definitely think it needs more work, but I've still to decide how.

Here is the current cover I'm working with:

I'm not quite sure why the cover is coming up so bright on this, it's actually a lot darker than this, but it's a start that much is for sure.

Okay I didn't realise until I posted this, that it is actually coming up the correct colour. For some reason it's just coming up incredibly bright when I added it to the post.

That's a bit strange.

Harley Harper Widget

STORY INFO: Harley Harper

I cannot believe how long it's been since I've last posted on this blog, I can quite honestly say that time has just disappeared around me. I've lost all track of time in these past few months, especially with University starting and then don't even get me started on the two jobs that I have.
I am slaving away constantly trying to earn the slightest amount of money, and all for what? To get myself out of debt and to finally live comfortably? Sounds about right.

But now...

I'M BACK.

I've already began re-reading Harley Harper in hope of rekindling my love for it, and I can honestly say it has worked yet again. How amazing is that? I've finally began imagining every scenario that I every imagined and I feel like I'm getting back on track again.

It's going to take some time and effort before I am fully happy but I guess everyone has to start somewhere, and this is my starting point.

I thought I'd post a wonderful little widget as well, so you can preview the first draft of Harley Harper.

STORY INFO: General Story Update

I've been thinking about all of the other stories I have on my Wattpad account and how I never update any of them, I don't even let people know as to when they'll next be updated, so I thought why not make this blog post to give everyone a nice in-depth look into what's going on with these stories. This way, everything will be more clearer and people won't have to worry so much about updates or if I'll ever be working on them again.




TEAR ME PIECE BY PIECE.

First off, I have Tear Me Piece By Piece this one needs some work, as I've only been able to create a more in-depth prologue and a quick blurb for it, but other than that the story has not been written any further. I am going to be working on this one, but I don't think it'll be a main story, I think I'll be working on when I have far more free time. This one is definitely going to be a slow updater. As it's based on a true story, I have to decide on how much of the truth is going to be part of it, and the rest will have to be altered for dramatic reasons.

I also think with this one I'll begin writing it more privately and once I'm happy with the outcomes, I'll begin looking into updating it online. I haven't had any demand for this story yet, especially as seen as it's just barely begun but I have a funny feeling that this story won't do as well as I hope.






HARLEY HARPER. (WATTY AWARDS 2013)

Okay, now time to explain my favourite story at the moment. This one I be updating regularly, I know it's definitely buzzing around in my brain. The storylines are basically writing themselves and the characters are growing on their own which is amazing, I can't even get over how great a couple of the characters are and how they're going to develop further on.

I am trying to update this one as much as possible, preferably once a week if I can, maybe even twice a week if I can. It's definitely going to be difficult as I have a couple college projects which I have to do as well.

Also, with this one I'll be considering making a new cover for it as well.

THAT ONE GIRL.

This one is definitely going to be slow updates, as I somehow have to plan the storyline and develop the characters. This one doesn't write itself as I would have hoped and  I have to plan out every tiny detail before writing it, as I don't quite know what path I want to take with this one.

I can't imagine this one will be finished by the end of the year, perhaps not even next year, it'll be extremely slow updates perhaps, one a couple of months maybe not even that.

Although, the cover will stay the same, which is going to be great!






IT'S ONLY THE BEGINNING.

I've got high hopes for this story but the only downside is that I have to re-write it, it originally was a little bit rubbish and the layout wasn't too great either. Now I am re-writing it in my new style and I'm also altering some characters back stories and their style and personalities, this will help improve the story and give it a little bit more structure.

I can't imagine with this one I'll be updating very regularly as it's going to take a while to re-write it, but I think with a nice long day and a few too many cups of tea I'll be able to get a chapter out a month, it'll definitely be something to aim for.

I can't imagine I'll need any more than that as, it's going to be a slow story but when I do it, I'll try and do as much as I can.


I think for now I'll keep these four up, although I am going to create another post to finish off letting you know about all the stories that is on my Wattpad, but for now you at least know half of that.

I think with a bit of hard work and determination I'll be able to find a good way of writing all of this and planning whilst also keeping up to date with every other story as well, and not getting behind on college work either, as that can be a major pain in my bum.

Hope you are all having a wonderful day and enjoy the post, hopefully there will be another one soon.

STORY INFO: Harley Harper - Chapter Update

It feels amazing to say that I have after 16-17 days updated Harley Harper it's definitely taken me far too long, but now it's done and dusted and I have nothing to worry about for a little while. I have managed to make this chapter a lot longer than I first thought it would be, it's basically been writing itself which I can honestly say feels amazing.

I am already at work on Chapter 11 and I'm rather excited about this, I believe that this story is going to be the one story I will actually be able to complete with some success, it's hard to believe but I am staying hopeful. Everyone has that one story that can write without ever having to doubt the storyline, the characters or any other aspects of the story. The only worry I actually have about the story is the cover, that is the only part that's not befitting, but that isn't a worry of mine just yet.

I hope you all enjoy this chapter and I really hope you enjoy the entire story as well, it's hard to believe that this all started off as a whim. Who knew? Either way, if you want the link, here it is.

http://www.wattpad.com/story/4764641-harley-harper-watty-awards-2013

STORY INFO: Harley Harper

I can quite honestly say that I have not been a dedicated writer nor blogger for a while but I promise you that is going to change, I am aiming upwards. I want to try and organise myself better and even find more time for things in life that I enjoy, like walk etc.

I have also been working on a new story, in fact. It's been doing quite well on Wattpad, which is making me more happier by the day. That would be Harley Harper it's the first in a short series of books dedicated to Harley Harper, who is a young student studying at the art college called Plymouth College of Art (It is a real place) and whilst she's awaiting a brief lecture she finds out this lecture is more important than it first seems. This is when she finds out she has the chance of winning a career with Evan and Scott who has created their own company.

It's currently on Wattpad awaiting the moment to be read, it's only on Chapter 09 but everything has to start somewhere, I have a couple dedicated readers and even dedicated voters who are enjoying it so much, I am still awaiting the moment it hits the high light and suddenly everyone wants to read it. You never know I maybe lucky and that may happen.

Also here is a peak at the cover as seen as you haven't seen in before. 

I have been through a few covers, but at the moment I am happiest with this one. I don't know how long that is going to last mine you.

I have also been updating covers on my other stories, although I shall update you on those much later on as I want to give you a thoroughly blog post about each one.

But on another note, here is the link to the Harley Harper story, if you want to read it then there it is, if you join the website then you can vote, fan and comment as well to show you your support.

http://www.wattpad.com/story/4764641-harley-harper-watty-awards-2013

New Blog Template

Hey there everyone,

I thought I would post as seen as I haven't in quite some time now, I have been staying clear of this blog for only one reason, and that reason is... I hate the template I have for it.

I am dying to get a new one, a personal one, one I have made myself but there is a huge problem with this. I basically don't know how to create a blogger template, I am trying so hard to check out the websites and youtube videos but nothing is straight forward enough for me to follow.

So, give me some time and give me some patience and then hopefully I'll be able to create a wonderful template for this blog, then I'll be posting like crazy. After all, I have a lot of information to update on you, especially the stories I am writing on Wattpad and then of course you have the stories I'm reading on there as well, I would love to tell you about that.

Especially one of them, it's called A Beautiful Torment and it is actually amazing, there is almost nothing wrong with it. I say almost because there are a couple spelling mistakes, but then again she's only human. Even with the bare minimum of spelling mistakes the story is a best-seller in my eye, I really do hope that AuRevoir Simone does get scouted and I hope one day she can publish her book.

So many people would adore the story line and everything about it, it's just a beautiful book.

But perhaps once it's finished I'll write a book review about it on here. That would be nice wouldn't it, writing book reviews for people on Wattpad on this site. That way I would be promoting their work and also I could gain some followers.

Either way, I'll do my best to keep you updated and I'll speak to you soon.

I'm Back

Yes, unfortunately I am back with vengeance.

I have given the blog a little make-over which isn't finished quite yet but shall be done soon. I will also be working on updating this blog once a week, I know I'm trying to work myself into the ground here, it's stupid.

I have given some of my favourite stories pages and shall be working on them in time, so don't panic I will be back with information and images instead of empty pages.

I will also be altering little bits and pieces and giving you links, these links will link you not only with myself but my work. I will transport you to a whole new world, a place where my stories become reality.

I hope you enjoy and keep your eyes peeled.

You don't want to miss this, things have only just begun.

See you soon.

STORY INFO: General Story Update

I have been saying this a little too much lately, I have been neglecting this blog and I'm disappointed with myself for doing so. I should be updating you on every little inch of my stories, yet here I am apologizing again because I've neglected it.

I have got good news.

2 of my stories have been doing all right on Wattpad now, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it will only get better. The two stories are called Dreams of the Masquerade and Resident Evil: Dead Awakening two very different stories but both attracting a bit of attention, I've been struggling quite a bit with updates recently due to University interviews and other nicnac's that come with getting into University, for example earning the correct grades to get into it in the first place. But don't think I've forgotten about you, I haven't I can promise you that.

I have on the other hand been working through some writer's block issues, and other typical troubles and am now going to do my best to dedicate as much of my free time as I can spare to working on my stories, I have quite a few now and I would like to get them as updates as I can.

I have been setting myself quite a few targets for writing lately and I'm hoping that I'll be able to fit it in and get it done.

These are my targets, and please try now to laugh too much.

I want to write for at least 20 minutes a day, if possible. To try and work on all stories that I have, that need updating.

Priorities, I need to decide which of my stories I will be most dedicated to and why. After all, these will be the ones getting my full attention.

Always check my old stories, I have quite a few old stories that need re-writing and even some fan dictions that I would love to write up again, yet I need to decide when to do and why.

How many chapters do I want to get all of my stories to before working forward? I need to know exactly how many chapters each of my stories are going to have before I update any more. I don't want to push myself ahead with one story and not the other.

And last but not least, keep writing down ideas. My head is buzzing with ideas 24/7 lately and I need to make sure I write them down so I can write the stories up at a later date. They are good and have a lot of potential.

So basically everyone, wish me luck. I think this may either be complete hell or absolute heaven. Who knows.

Either way, I am going to leave you here, but I will show you my current book covers for my stories that are my favourites at the moment. Comment if you like, or maybe even follow.

Just in case you don't believe me, I have designed both covers and am still considering changes. So please let me know what you think.

STORY INFO: General Story Update

Okay, It's been a while I can admit that, and I apologize.

Now let's get straight down to the point, as you know I adore Wattpad and everything about it, it's just a generally amazing website and considering all of the story websites I'm signed up to, I can honestly say it's the best one so far.

I have been updating somewhat recently but mainly on one story, and if you've been keeping an eye on it then you'll know that it's the Resident Evil: Dead Awakening story. I am completely obsessed with Resident Evil at the moment so that's why this random Fan Fiction has come out of nowhere, and of course the game came out somewhat recently.

I have been working on some new book covers as well, and I'd like to post them and get some feedback from you guys. Well, that is if you even look at this post and bother to read it.

It's a rare thing, but I'm sure someone will read it.

Anyway, here are the pictures. Remember, I want your honest opinion.

So everyone take a browse, see if you really like any of them and let me know what you think.

Update's shall be coming soon for any new chapter updates and websites I'm signed to, check out my stories on Wattpad as it's my main site for posting them.

http://www.wattpad.com/user/elliejohns

STORY INFO: Resident Evil

Recently I have been updating this story, I am only on chapter four at the moment but the story is coming along nicely and I seem to be able to write the chapters quite quickly with barely any mistakes, which I'm quite proud of. (I do have a proof-reader, his name is Lewis Ebsworth aka my boyfriend) He usually doesn't miss anything, but he does have a tendency to forgot some.

Any way, I'm loving this story at the moment and have even managed to come up with an ending which is brilliant. I can almost never write endings, so this is a first for me.
I would love for some of you to possibly read the story and maybe even give me feedback because I would adore to enter the Watty Awards 2013 only downside is though, that you really should have more readers and such. I don't have that right now, so I'm doing my best to promote myself in every way. I'm even going to the extent of making my own Facebook Page you'll find the link at the end of this post.

I guess what I'm trying to say here is, I would love to have your support because honestly it feels like I'm not really getting any when I feel like I need it the most. This sounds somewhat needy of me, I understand that. But writers don't get any where without a little help from their friends, and I would like my friends to be the ones online. This is because most of my real life friends don't actually enjoy reading stories, or they aren't into a specific type of story. Which is perhaps the kind I like to write.

Let me know personally if you are here to help, it would be very much appreciated.

If you see this: RE:DA it is short for Resident Evil: Dead Awakening.
It'll just be a quicker and easier way to write it down, especially when writing a new blog post. I will try to update you as much as possible and I will always post to let you know when I have edited a story or even created a new book cover, which is usually the main part that I would like advice on.

Come on Blogger prove to me you are better than any other blog site.

P.S. I am so sorry that some pictures have gone missing, it's due to my Blogger being linked with Google Chrome account and now they're gone for ever. Which is a bit annoying as you can imagine, I just hope that can forgive me and I'll try and find out a way to fix the problem.

P.P.S. I really hope you enjoy the blog and the updates.

STOR INFO: Resident Evil - Fan Fiction

Yes, that is right. I am writing a Resident Evil fan fiction story.

(Yay! For Resident Evil. Hope you're all playing the new game Resident Evil 6, on XBOX of course)

Well to be honest  you should be happy I'm even writing again, it's been way too long and honestly it's been painful but recently life has been getting back on track and things seem to finally be looking up. Maybe all this hard work is paying off.

Any way I'm going way off track here, back to the point at hand. I am writing a Resident Evil fan fiction which will include a romance between my main character and Chris Redfield and I will also be including some brutal murders and sneaky twists and turns for Leon S Kennedy. As seen as these two are the main characters I thought it would be best to have it loosely based around these two.

It will of course be from my characters point of view and hopefully you'll like it, I'll do my best to let you know when I'm working on a new chapter or I've uploaded a new chapter. (I'll add the link as well, just in case)

So that's everything, and here is my book cover for it, what do we think people is this a yay or nay?!

I'm So Sorry

I honestly can't believe it, I have been barely on this for god knows how long now. I really should start paying more attention to this blog.

It was one of the few blogs that people actually read, which was a surprise to me and my readers, I didn't expect this blog to get anywhere that's why.

I guess what I'm saying is I'm sorry and I really need to start updating this more, but then again I also need to start writing more again.

I enjoy it too much to just stop!

STORY INFO: Captain America

YES! CAPTAIN AMERICA HAS BEEN UPDATED..


But what do we think about the new chapter? I'm not sure yet, I quite like it. I think it's a good filler and getting ready to open up to the main storyline, I haven't had any feedback off this chapter yet actually I don't really get much feedback off my stories probably because I don't update nearly enough for my fans.. which is annoying because I do try my best but then I have college and also I'm trying to find a job which is almost impossible.. urgh, anyway I'm rambling..

Let's get back to the point, I have finally updated this lovely story and would love to know what you Bloggers think, do you like the story have you been reading the story? If not why, perhaps a bit boring, maybe not your thing?

Either feedback is much appreciated and also would make me smile stupidly, when I used to post on Quizilla all the time I used to get feedback constantly but now that I've moved onto more professional sites I'm not getting anywhere near as much feedback which I can honestly say is disheartening..

I hope some of you find it in your day to help a girl out, after all I can only improve with your help.

That's what I need most right now, the help of my fans and followers. If I have any..