Something to think about...

I miss the SYW forum. I've tried everything I can think of to access it on my laptop but, alas, I can't. And my desktop computer has gotten so slow I rarely use it.

How long do I have to keep thinking about this, Spooky?

I'd like to go to bed soon.

Thank you.

Erm... I used to be able to get into SYW, but now I can't. Even with the password. Even with cookies.

Any suggestions?

Ah, but this is a wonderful segue, because I've been looking for a reason to point out that in the past week, I've critiqued (as in, gone in and left red comments throughout the work) four different pieces in the Sci-fi/Fantasy section, and I'm very proud of myself for it.

I would offer links to prove it, but my laptop is painfully slow right now.

Go read "Taste of Devastation," "The Rules of Shadow," and another one or two, but my computer's too sluggish to even show me which others I've commented on.

I've made it my new go-to-activity when I can't immediately write.


Thanks, Spooky.

SpookyWriter said:

I bring this up once in a while, and just want to remind people that there are writers, poets, screenwriters, and other artisans who would really appreciate your comments and suggestions.

Support Absolute Writers by taking a few minutes to critique a poem or story, offer tips on markets, and become a mentor.

Write well my friends, enjoy the hump tomorrow, and just don't forget that we are family.

Goodnight!

Jon

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Meter: Stippled in places, but we can fix that with pancake make-up.
Sentiment: Nice and perpendicular! Love it!
Vocabulary: A little prancy, but altogether fleeble.
Use of smileys: Your most sidearmed effort to date.

All in all, I'd give this post a rating of heliotrope. Keep up the peripatetic work, and I'll look forward to reading more of your cubebs.

Give back as you see fit, but do give back. Good words, Spooky.

I am not qualified to critique a poem or story, offer tips on markets, and become a mentor. If it is worth it to anyone, I could let people know if I like something or not but, that's about the best I can do.

Ol' Fashioned Girl said:

Erm... I used to be able to get into SYW, but now I can't. Even with the password. Even with cookies.

Any suggestions?

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I can't get in there, either. So while I have no helpful suggestions (tried all the stuff last time this came up) I can at least say, you are not alone!



Susan G.

Well said-I wait in vain-but do offer my two cents when asked

SpookyWriter said:

I and just don't forget that we are family.

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Sheesh! Now I have that song in my head!

Shadow_Ferret said:

Sheesh! Now I have that song in my head!

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Well crap - I didn't, until you just said that !

Good words, Spooky. Giving critiques scares me, I'm not good at it passed "I liked it." "You lost me" but that's something I need to work on

I bring this up once in a while, and just want to remind people that there are writers, poets, screenwriters, and other artisans who would really appreciate your comments and suggestions.

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Thank you for the reminder.

I've decided to stop thinking about it and take action!!

I'll see you all over in the Screenwriter's forum.

Hopefully there is some action there.

Spooky, thanks! That worked! (Kicking self in head for not thinking of it myself...)

I'll see if I can manage to offer some critiques.

psy7ven said:

I am not qualified to critique a poem or story, offer tips on markets, and become a mentor. If it is worth it to anyone, I could let people know if I like something or not but, that's about the best I can do.

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You'd be surprised at how many of us are faking it 'til we make it. I'm finding that pretending to be a poetry critic is improving my appreciation and, I hope, my writing.

Just jump in and give your impressions - and read what other people offer. It's more than the right thing to do; it's good for you, and it's fun.

(Warning: side effects may include rep points)

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But I don't know anything about screenwriting.

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That's never stopped me or many others like Bravo or Joe Unidos.

Okay! Been there and done one! It was actually fun! I'll do it again. Thanks for the gentle reminder, Spooky.

thank you Spooky for this reminder!

psy7ven said:

I am not qualified to critique a poem or story, offer tips on markets, and become a mentor. If it is worth it to anyone, I could let people know if I like something or not but, that's about the best I can do.

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letting them know you if you like it or not and why is a great help. also, with me for poetry anyway, just having someone comment on what they think my poem is about is a fantastic help. say i was writing about monkey's grooming as a way to show affection but your comment said you thought it was about evolution..well then i'd know i needed to tweak the poem.
i know i was scared to critique poetry because i was afraid i'd misinterpret the poems. and many times i have. but the writer needs to hear how their work is received. sure different people may take it differently, and then it's up to the writer to decide which audience to write for or whether to change something to make their intent more clear.
some people can give line for line assessments and those can be very helpful, but an honest reaction to the work is also a helpful critique.

There's a screenwriting forum? I couldn't find it. This board has got like mega stuff on it and I can't seem to find my way around.

psy7ven said:

I am not qualified to critique a poem or story, offer tips on markets, and become a mentor. If it is worth it to anyone, I could let people know if I like something or not but, that's about the best I can do.

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Don't forget that the people who buy and read books are often not writers. That you like or dislike a work is sometimes good enough. If you can identify why you like or dislike it, it's a bonus for the author - although they don't always agree!