NaNoWriMo Success: 50,000 Words and Counting!
It’s official—I’ve reached my NaNoWriMo goal of 50,000 words! 🎉 This milestone has been an incredible journey, and I couldn’t be more excited to share the progress with you. But my work isn’t done yet. While NaNoWriMo’s finish line marks a huge accomplishment, I’ve set a personal goal of 80,000 words for this novel. With 30,000 more to go, the story is just beginning to take shape.
A Glimpse Into My New Novel
Set in a near-future city where dream technology is revolutionizing the way we experience reality, my new novel delves into the fine line between innovation and exploitation. It’s a story of intrigue, danger, and moral dilemmas that intertwine the lives of two very different protagonists.
Meet the Characters
Doran Hayes
Doran is a former gang member desperate to leave his troubled past behind. His journey begins when two personal tragedies strike—his best friend dies under mysterious circumstances, and his mother falls into a coma after using a dream-enhancement drug. Driven by a need to protect his family and uncover the truth, Doran infiltrates Schwarz Corp., the powerful company responsible for the dream technology. As he digs deeper, he finds himself entangled in a world of corporate secrets and ethical gray areas, forcing him to confront not only his past but also the question of how far he’ll go for justice.
Beth Schwarz
On the other side of the conflict is Beth Schwarz, the calculating CEO of Schwarz Corp. Beth is fiercely ambitious, determined to secure her family’s legacy and maintain control over her company amidst mounting pressure. As government investigations, internal rebellion, and buried secrets threaten to dismantle everything she’s built, Beth must navigate a treacherous path to protect both her corporation and her vision for the future of dream technology.
A Collision of Worlds
Doran and Beth’s lives collide as their goals and values clash, setting off a series of events that will determine not only the fate of Schwarz Corp. but also the future of dream-enhancement drugs. The stakes are high, the lines are blurred, and the choices they make will ripple far beyond their own lives.
This story explores themes of redemption, power, and the cost of ambition, all against the backdrop of a city shaped by technology that makes the impossible feel real.
Onward to the Finish Line
As I push toward my 80,000-word goal, I’m excited to see how Doran and Beth’s stories unfold. The journey is far from over, and there’s so much more to discover about these characters and their world.
Thank you for following along on this writing adventure. Your support means the world to me! Be sure to subscribe for updates as I continue crafting this story, and don’t miss sneak peeks and insights into the process along the way. Let’s keep the momentum going! 🚀
Bradley Schiermeyer 
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