Monday's Muse~Giant's Causeway

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This breathtaking picture isn't something from a sci-fi or fantasy movie, it's the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland and it has been my inspiration for the last week. More than a few intriguing legends surround this wonder of nature and no doubt a touch of that will make it into my novel. I'm blown away by how inspired I am by the things I'm discovering about the world we live in. I've always been a hard core fantasy person who loved new and strange worlds, places that take me away from this one. But that was before I started researching and studying the history of the world around me. Now I'm filled with inspiration for stories that take place right here on Earth. Who would have thought?

I'm thoroughly enjoying Blood Promise (click on the image to the right to check it out). It has nice creepy feel to it, is filled with vampires, secret societies, and takes place in Russia. What more could a girl ask for in October? Well okay, a few werewolves would round it out nicely but I don't expect they'll make an appearance in this novel.

As for music, my MP3 player is still on shuffle, but I did hear a rumor that Avril Lavigne has a new CD coming out soon. You can bet that will by on my new novel's playlist! On a side note, a shout out to Kari from Under The Fairty Dust who just gave Heather's Odyssey the One Lovely Blog award. Thank you Kari! Be sure to check out her blog it is fantastic!

Comments

  1. UnknownOctober 18, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    Terrific photo--thanks for sharing!

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  2. Kristie CookOctober 18, 2010 at 10:22 AM

    Gorgeous picture! And I can certainly see how you get inspiration from it. Isn't our world amazing? Some day I'll get to explore more of it. *sigh*

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  3. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 10:56 AM

    You're welcome Elle, I'm glad you liked it.

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  4. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 10:58 AM

    It is isn't it Kristie?! You're so busy writing those fabulous books I can see why you haven't had much of a chance to explore the world. I loved PROMISE! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  5. Jessica SubjectOctober 18, 2010 at 11:02 AM

    That is a beautiful picture. I can understand why you would use it as inspiration.

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  6. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    It definitely has an air of mystery and magic to it doesn't it Jessica? I'm glad you liked it!

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  7. Shannon O'DonnellOctober 18, 2010 at 12:52 PM

    Wow. I can't believe that is an actual photo! It looks so much like a painting. A VERY BEAUTIFUL painting! :-)

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  8. Melissa HurstOctober 18, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    I agree, that's an amazing picture. I'm a huge sci/fi and fantasy fan, so finding pictures like this really sparks my imagination!

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  9. Elizabeth Spann CraigOctober 18, 2010 at 2:36 PM

    After a busy day where I've felt like I was really scrambling, I loved seeing something beautiful and inspiring! Thanks for the picture.

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  10. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 3:33 PM

    You're right Shannon, it does look like a painting! I'd love to have it hanging on my wall!

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  11. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Me too Melissa! It looks like it could be the set of a sci-fi/fantasy movir doesn't it?!

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  12. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    You're welcome Elizabeth! I'm so glad I could give you something inspiring after a hectic day. :)

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  13. Julie MusilOctober 18, 2010 at 3:45 PM

    That photo is amazing! I've never seen or heard of this place. I can see why it's an inspiration to you.

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  14. AlissaOctober 18, 2010 at 3:57 PM

    Earth is a pretty fascinating place, and full of great story inspirations. I love that photo!

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  15. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    I hadn't either Julie until I started researching for my new novel. It is stunning isn't it?!

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  16. HeatherOctober 18, 2010 at 7:37 PM

    That's so true Alissa. I've been blown away by everything I've discovered in my travels and research!

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  17. J.M. MartinOctober 18, 2010 at 8:00 PM

    Visiting the Giant's Causeway, a bucket list item for sure.

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  18. Karlene PetittOctober 19, 2010 at 3:23 PM

    Heather, beautiful photo! And... I'm following Kari. She's obviously brilliant. Thanks for sharing her blog. Causeway going on my bucket list too. :)

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  19. HeatherOctober 19, 2010 at 4:10 PM

    Absolutely J.M.! Thanks for the idea, that's going on my list. Thank you so much for following too!

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  20. HeatherOctober 19, 2010 at 4:12 PM

    You're welcome Karlene! We should plan to visit the Causeway someday together. We could make it a Scribe Sister's outing!

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