I have just finished my latest book

The first 20,000 words are a total mess; I forgot about one of the characters during a scene in the middle; the end comes completely out of nowhere and I'm nowhere nearer to a publishing deal than I was when I started writing seriously almost 10 years ago BUT the first draft is done and I've remembered why I do this.

Nothing beats this feeling

Now I must celebrate by drinking until I explode.

Thank you very much.

Cheers, Boss. I have been known to wobble on occasion. And after I have a good wobble tonight, I'll have to think about what I write next.
I love this job

Thanks. I'm leaving the first draft alone for a few weeks before I get back to it although it's tempting to read through it right now. I'll resist it and enjoy this particularly fine cup of coffee.