Novel Fail: Accidental Pop Culture Icon Reference

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So I’ve been working on my book for two years now. It’s done, but right now I’m editing it, adding pieces here and there, really trying to flesh out some of the more shallow points in the story. I’m also working on creating a better ending. I recently caved and let a few friends (thanks Glen & Helen!) read it, and I’ve been getting some positive feedback.

However, I just caught this.

Here’s the scene towards the end of the book. One of the main characters, the love interest, Hannah, is leaving to go back home to her beloved state. The lead character chases after her bus, yelling for her not to leave in a super cute and highly (but purposely) cliche moment. He screams.

“Don’t go back to Montana, Hannah!”

… FUCK!

Seriously, did I really go two years working on this story, and not realize this?

Alexis: “find–>replace

You sure said it Lexie.

3 Comments »

  1. That is the funniest thing I’ve read all day! :)

    Comment by Rasee — May 7, 2008 @ 2:43 am

  2. I still think you should change her name to “Mylie”.

    Just sayin’…

    Comment by Lexie — May 7, 2008 @ 4:16 pm

  3. Ohhhh Eric. This made me chuckle. I find myself reading a lot of your entries, but this one actually made me laugh out loud.
    I’m now satisfied and can finally pass out.

    Comment by Caitlin — May 10, 2008 @ 7:15 am

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