The 2017-2018 Sekrit Solstice Sci-Fi Fantasy Story Swap

Justobuddies · Feb 20, 2018

*glances at calendar but keeps writing*

*does a double take look at calendar*

*sips coffee*

*spit-take*

Holy outer gods Batman! February's a short month, I've only got 8 days left.

*Frantically forgets how to write and runs around in circles screaming like a triggered bonobo*

CobraMisfit · Feb 20, 2018

Okay, before we reach the 11th hour, I wanted to take the temperature of the room and see how folks feel about an extension. Those who are still working, would that be beneficial? Those who have submitted, would that be acceptable? If we do extend, would you want a week? Two? None at all because deadlines power your writing machine?

ETA: If anyone is uncomfortable discussing this in the open for any reason, please feel free to rep me.

Maggie Maxwell · Feb 20, 2018

If you're starting to feel like you'll need an extension, now's the time to ask for it so you don't have to spend the next week panicking over whether you'll get one or not. This is supposed to be fun, not stressful

Haha, beaten in the same minute by the host XD As a completed submitter, yes, of course I'm fine with an extension for those who need it.

CobraMisfit · Feb 20, 2018

Maggie Maxwell said:
Haha, beaten in the same minute by the host XD As a completed submitter, yes, of course I'm fine with an extension for those who need it.

Great minds think like Maggie.

E.F.B. · Feb 20, 2018

As another person who has completed and submitted, I am also fine with an extension if anyone needs it.

Esmae Tyler · Feb 20, 2018

I've already turned my story in but I'm more than happy to wait a few more days if it will take the pressure off someone else.

themindstream · Feb 20, 2018

At the moment, the worst of my jitters have subsided a bit and story-wise, I feel like I can hit the 28th with a few days to spare, absent sudden life stress or unplanned plot twists. If other people need the extension I'm cool with it, I just hope that I can use it as "extra polish time" rather than "excuse to procrastinate more" (which is what more often happens).

paddismac · Feb 20, 2018

Like Richard, I'm pretty positive I'm gonna be one of those eleventh hour+ people, and I sure wouldn't say NO to a bit more time, but I bow to the consensus of the group.

KateSmash · Feb 20, 2018

I'll definitely be 11th hour person (because that's just my style, yo), but an extension won't help. I'll be out of town for some very important shut-out-the-world anniversary winter beach time. And I wouldn't presume to ask for two weeks just because I've been waffling and procrastinating - and would continue to do so because panic fuels my fingers. :tongue

PastyAlien · Feb 20, 2018

Totally fine with an extension! Whatever works for everyone.

Richard White · Feb 20, 2018

IF, *please note the qualifier there*, I can get some writing in at the convention I'm going to this weekend, then I should be fine. Otherwise, I'll be putting in an extension request on Monday.

My current writing process:

Cobalt Jade · Feb 20, 2018

I am going to be late with my story. How do I modify?

Mary Love · Feb 20, 2018

I'm fine, but I don't mind an extension if other peeps need one. More time to ~~procrastinate~~ polish! :e2hammer:

paddismac · Feb 20, 2018

Cobalt Jade said:
I am going to be late with my story. How do I modify?

Probably best to get in touch with Cobra directly and see what you can work out.

CobraMisfit · Feb 20, 2018

Okay, based on feedback so far, I propose we slip the due date from 28 Feb to March 12th. That'll give everyone just under 3 weeks plus allows for a weekend to spit-shine stories as needed.

What say you all?

Shadowflame · Feb 20, 2018

I'm great with an extension. I completely understand that a lot of RL things have been going on.
Now awaits the 3rd week in March with much anticipation.

Maggie Maxwell · Feb 20, 2018

CobraMisfit said:
Okay, based on feedback so far, I propose we slip the due date from 28 Feb to March 12th. That'll give everyone just under 3 weeks plus allows for a weekend to spit-shine stories as needed.

What say you all?

I'd rather folks not stress if they don't gotta.

PastyAlien · Feb 20, 2018

I like!

Justobuddies · Feb 20, 2018

*stops running around screaming*

Ooohhhh Shiny!

*procrastination continues*

tjwriter · Feb 20, 2018

I will not say no to an extension. I could definitely use it and will gladly take the extra time.

paddismac · Feb 20, 2018

No arguments from da goat! :Thumbs:

aliwood · Feb 20, 2018

Happy to take an extension. Thank you.

Richard White · Feb 20, 2018

Well, I'm still going to try to get mine in by the original deadline, but knowing I have two extra weeks to polish doesn't hurt.

AnnieColleen · Feb 20, 2018

I could manage without the extension, but I’ll be happier with it thanks to work + travel.

eyeblink · Feb 20, 2018

My story is now done in first draft. I've just noticed we have an additional twelve days, so a bit longer to get the story into shape. I'm also due a beta-swap with one other Sisyphuser.

The 2017-2018 Sekrit Solstice Sci-Fi Fantasy Story Swap

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