[deprecated] The Absolute Write Dictionary

benbradley · Dec 27, 2007

And a couple more from general online use that may not be obvious:

IM - Instant Message or Instant Messaging. This can either be text messages between cell phones, or chat-like messages/real-time discussions between computers on the Internet through programs/services freely available through AOL and Yahoo.

AIM - AOL Instant Messaging, as described in IM.

Chrisla · Jun 14, 2008

I'm a newbie, and I'm not sure what "creative non-fiction" means. Can anybody elaborate?

lisake · Jun 20, 2008

OK, I sure I'm going to feel really stupid about this when I find out the answer, but I have to ask...

What's a beta (in regards to writing)?

dpaterso · Jun 21, 2008

lisake said:
OK, I sure I'm going to feel really stupid about this when I find out the answer, but I have to ask...
What's a beta (in regards to writing)?

You've maybe had various individual chapters critiqued and you've edited your epic masterpiece to the best of your ability -- now it's time for someone to read the entire novel and see whether it flies. That someone is your beta reader.

-Derek

lisake · Jun 21, 2008

Thank you, Derek. So glad to finally know that.

Chrisla · Jul 17, 2008

Okay, I found out what creative non-fiction is. Now can anybody enlighten me about noir fiction?

dropsofjup2 · Jul 18, 2008

I don't know noir fiction, sounds French to me but, does anyone know what content writing is?

Soscen Felix · Jun 25, 2009

tbh - to be honest

Clair Dickson · Jun 25, 2009

Chrisla said:
Okay, I found out what creative non-fiction is. Now can anybody enlighten me about noir fiction?

Noir fiction typically refers to stories that are dark, gritty, and, by definition, do not end "happily ever after." Many end abiguously, while others end badly for the protagonist.

It's most often used in crime and mystery writing. Or at least that's my understanding of it.

dropsofjup2 · Jun 26, 2009

Thanks, Claire... defining noir fiction.

Thanks, Claire for helping me understand noir fiction and it's use.

I find fiction like jokes has an element of truth in it, whether one is open to accept it or not, it is easier taken with a grain of salt or in a jokes case, with a "teaspoon of sugar."

justann · Jan 8, 2010

What's NaNo??????

Chrisla · Jan 8, 2010

justann said:
What's NaNo??????

Short for NANOWRMO (National Novel Writing Month) held every November. Everybody tries to write a 50,000 word novel between midnight on October 31 and midnight November 30. The intent is to rid yourself of the inner editor and just write.

sadiemay · Jan 13, 2010

How about SNIs?

Chris P · Feb 4, 2010

What is meant by OP?

It seems to refer to the person who originated the thread. Oh, original poster, perhaps?

cray · Feb 4, 2010

Chris P said:
It seems to refer to the person who originated the thread. Oh, original poster, perhaps?

yep.

or sometimes it may refer to the "office party" section of aw.

Elisabeth Bruce · Feb 6, 2010

I fell in here by accident - first day here. I love this place!

Gedaechtnis · Feb 9, 2010

An obvious one that for some reason isn't present!
MC: Main character.
(After having to explain this to by friend, I'll believe anything, acronym-comprehension-wise.)
AWWCF: Absolute Write Water Cooler Forums, for the people who think AW looks funny and anything with WC in a prominent position also looks funny when posted on their facebook page.

poetinahat · Feb 10, 2010

Chris P said:
It seems to refer to the person who originated the thread. Oh, original poster, perhaps?

Or, sometimes, the first post itself - the Original Post.

Insana D · Apr 2, 2010

Boy Howdy, you folks have some doozies! I thought I'd been around enough to know a ton of acronyms and the lingo of discussion boards but it appears I'm still mostly a virgin in such matters. This is like reading Cosmo and finding out how the good stuff gets done. I tend to type whole words but if ya'll are happier with the abbrv. I'll try to adapt. I'm a bit embarassed to admit that I DO NOT TEXT. I did put a post it note on my daughters phone that said, "I lv u qt pi". That's as close as I got.

Every time I finally learn a new technology I find out it's old and not in use anymore. My HS sterling scholar book was made with one of the first photocopiers and we'd just gotten electric typewriters my senior year. I thought that was cutting edge. If I make room for new technology in my brain I'll have to jettison something old and I can't quite give up on my mimeograph expertise without a sense of longing. Please be patient with me or I'll jab you with my cane.

Insana D · Apr 2, 2010

Ok, I started with ten reputation points and now I have eleven. Fess up, someone read my comment somewhere. I wanna know who done it and if it's going to happen again. Don't make me get the wooden spoon.

Zoealea · Apr 6, 2010

FNW- Friday Night Writes

Deleted member 42 · Apr 6, 2010

Insana D said:
Ok, I started with ten reputation points and now I have eleven. Fess up, someone read my comment somewhere. I wanna know who done it and if it's going to happen again. Don't make me get the wooden spoon.

You can look at the actual comments (which are more important than the points) in your CP. Click the link on the top left where it says User CP. You'll see who left a comment, and what it says.

Also, read the Newbie's Guide. Seriously, you'll do better if you read this:

http://www.absolutewrite.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66315

Insana D · Apr 7, 2010

Thankyou Midievalist! I finally figured that out just now and now you told me so it's a second confirmation. Almost like a spiritual experience or something. I've had a very poor reputation in so many things in life so it's good to come here and at least get a little approval at first. Reflects that people don't know me well enough yet though. Just you wait, another week or so and the rep points will drop dramatically. I cuss a lot.

Chrixzy5 · Sep 6, 2010

HEA- Happily ever after
HFN- Happy for now

Whats an SNI?

Gray.Starr x3 · Nov 1, 2010

thanks !
you have no idea how long I've been trying to decode WIP
And i find BIC to be extremely hilarious for some reason...

[deprecated] The Absolute Write Dictionary

It's a doggy dog world

practical experience, FTW

Sometimes I feel like a Dwarf

Also in our Discord and IRC chat channels

Sometimes I feel like a Dwarf

practical experience, FTW

Ender Wiggin = YAHTZEE!

A dark core to every cloud

practical experience, FTW

Lost in Fiction

Likes metaphors mixed, not stirred

Superior Life form

likes toast and peppermint

Numbers are beautiful

Channeling Molly Ivins

Channeling Molly Ivins

Mmmm, caffeine.

Deleted member 42

Channeling Molly Ivins