I'm trimming my manuscript, on the second section now.
I'm also taking the occasional break to watch of the the E! 101 Staralicious Makeovers segments. It seems appropriate because in some ways the novel is about two "staralicious" (great word) makeovers.
This has led me to a pop-culture breakthrough conclusion.
Michael Jackson is a vampire.
Think about it.
It's the only logical explanation.