A Really, Really, Very Good Essay
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Comment from kittykatnoel
Thank you, thank you so much for writing this. I am copying down the tips before I save my reply. You are right, if I knew who the "Great Reviewer" was, I would be contacting her daily. Good to know I am not the only one who has felt exactly these things. I appreciate your essay most sincerely.
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Thank you, thank you so much for writing this. I am copying down the tips before I save my reply. You are right, if I knew who the "Great Reviewer" was, I would be contacting her daily. Good to know I am not the only one who has felt exactly these things. I appreciate your essay most sincerely.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2014
Comment from donaldww
Excellent essay full of good writing advice.
This wonderful reviewer rewrote my entire story and corrected all the mistakes including tense. It was the turning point in my writing career. I could see right in front of me what my work would look like IF I [had] written it properly. <<--
Congratulations on your contest win!
Cheers,
DW
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Excellent essay full of good writing advice.
This wonderful reviewer rewrote my entire story and corrected all the mistakes including tense. It was the turning point in my writing career. I could see right in front of me what my work would look like IF I [had] written it properly. <<--
Congratulations on your contest win!
Cheers,
DW
Comment Written 23-Oct-2014
Comment from The Death
Hi Mikey,
It's been so long...and what a lovely coincidence to have come across this truly interesting piece. Congrats on winning the prompt! :) I'm not into reviewing these days, so it's refreshing to read something like this.
The introduction part of your essay drew me in. It's something that(Did I just use that? LOL) everyone can connect with. Most of the newbies get hurt by lower ratings, and it might get complicated for them to understand the true intentions of any such reviewer. I've been the target of one such newbie. Well, I know the kind lady you're referring to. She is one of the most wondeful human being I've come across in my life.
In the following paragraphs, you've nicely described your experiences, focussing on how reviews with lower rating have helped you develop as a writer. When I joined FS last year, I got either 5 or some really kind 6s. Then one day, I received a four-star review, which came with so may constructive suggestions...and I felt good at that time, simply saying her(you know who!) that this is the kind of review I was waiting for. All of her reviews have been of extreme importance to me. Whenever I submit my work to editors, I keep in mind the suggestions received and then try to refine my write.
I chuckled on reading this:
I also check for "that". That's a personal problem that I have. That is a word that I use too often....heh-heh!
It's not easy to include wit in a write like this. You not only managed to include it, but timed it nicely, too.
Tiny nits:
# I could see right in front of me what my work would look like IF I (had) written it properly.
# Rest assured(,) there are many reviewers here that care in the same way.
I like the way you advised people to be have broader thinking in order to become a better writer. No one is perfect--and we're all here to learn and share. Your essay is well-organized, where you have strongly expressed your views regarding writing.
Love n Light,
Anupam
PS--I'm too bad at typing these days,so please bare with any typos you find. LOL!
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Hi Mikey,
It's been so long...and what a lovely coincidence to have come across this truly interesting piece. Congrats on winning the prompt! :) I'm not into reviewing these days, so it's refreshing to read something like this.
The introduction part of your essay drew me in. It's something that(Did I just use that? LOL) everyone can connect with. Most of the newbies get hurt by lower ratings, and it might get complicated for them to understand the true intentions of any such reviewer. I've been the target of one such newbie. Well, I know the kind lady you're referring to. She is one of the most wondeful human being I've come across in my life.
In the following paragraphs, you've nicely described your experiences, focussing on how reviews with lower rating have helped you develop as a writer. When I joined FS last year, I got either 5 or some really kind 6s. Then one day, I received a four-star review, which came with so may constructive suggestions...and I felt good at that time, simply saying her(you know who!) that this is the kind of review I was waiting for. All of her reviews have been of extreme importance to me. Whenever I submit my work to editors, I keep in mind the suggestions received and then try to refine my write.
I chuckled on reading this:
I also check for "that". That's a personal problem that I have. That is a word that I use too often....heh-heh!
It's not easy to include wit in a write like this. You not only managed to include it, but timed it nicely, too.
Tiny nits:
# I could see right in front of me what my work would look like IF I (had) written it properly.
# Rest assured(,) there are many reviewers here that care in the same way.
I like the way you advised people to be have broader thinking in order to become a better writer. No one is perfect--and we're all here to learn and share. Your essay is well-organized, where you have strongly expressed your views regarding writing.
Love n Light,
Anupam
PS--I'm too bad at typing these days,so please bare with any typos you find. LOL!
Comment Written 23-Oct-2014
Comment from Cajungirl
Congratulations on your contest win. What a great essay. I have been here a little over a year, also. I have learned so much. I must admit my guilt in the use of THAT. I think I have improved.
I appreciate it when a writer point out my mistakes. I try not to make the same ones. LOL
Thanks for sharing information. I enjoyed the read.
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Congratulations on your contest win. What a great essay. I have been here a little over a year, also. I have learned so much. I must admit my guilt in the use of THAT. I think I have improved.
I appreciate it when a writer point out my mistakes. I try not to make the same ones. LOL
Thanks for sharing information. I enjoyed the read.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2014
Comment from rjpurdy
Congratulations on a well deserved win. I have bookcased this for future use when I'm pulling my hair out. I thought I was going to catch you with a late run in the voting. If I had to lose this one, I am glad it to on e of THE heavy weights on FS. I enjoy your work tremendously and will look forward to the next battle.
~Peace & Grace~ Rod
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Congratulations on a well deserved win. I have bookcased this for future use when I'm pulling my hair out. I thought I was going to catch you with a late run in the voting. If I had to lose this one, I am glad it to on e of THE heavy weights on FS. I enjoy your work tremendously and will look forward to the next battle.
~Peace & Grace~ Rod
Comment Written 23-Oct-2014
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi,
I really enjoyed this. You're so right that we should appreciate constructive critiques. When a writer thinks they know it all and close their mind off to suggestions they lose. It doesn't mean they have to make every change from that suggestion -- just give it due process.
Nicely penned piece for the prompt. And a few things in there that everyone should remember about not using the words you mentioned. Also, redundancy and wordiness are two good ones.
Best of luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jax (*.*)
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Hi,
I really enjoyed this. You're so right that we should appreciate constructive critiques. When a writer thinks they know it all and close their mind off to suggestions they lose. It doesn't mean they have to make every change from that suggestion -- just give it due process.
Nicely penned piece for the prompt. And a few things in there that everyone should remember about not using the words you mentioned. Also, redundancy and wordiness are two good ones.
Best of luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jax (*.*)
Comment Written 23-Oct-2014
Comment from rama devi
Wonderful. So glad to see you are encouraging other Fanstorians to be receptive and grateful for the more 'meaty' reviews and to collect their own post-it-worthy tips too. This cracked me up:
I also check for "that". That's a personal problem that I have. That is a word that I use too often. That word often isn't that necessary and that is a fact that I often forget. If you do that too, put that on a "that" post-it note and stick that on your computer.
HA HA HA Good combination of solid advice and entertaining wit and whimsy in this fine write. I think I know who this is (Mikey?--sounds like you) if not, I'd love to meet you. But please do not tell me who you are until the contest is over. LOL
Your title drew me in....very clever title. It is compelling. I'll bet most Fanstorians' curiosity will be peaked by it. A great thing, as most would benefit from reading this and considering it carefully, much the same way you also considered carefully and then decided to stay here (YAY!)
I read this close to midnight with a slightly fuzzy brain (sorry!) but it held my attention totally and I did not notice any spag nits.
*I did wonder about whether this line would sound better with either 'one'
The best review I ever received was a three star one.
or, maybe even-
The best review I ever received had a three star rating.
otherwise, I did not stumble on any nits or unnecessary I's, 'that's,or 'was's.
*wink wink*
Bravo and thanks for sharing.
Warmly,
rd
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Wonderful. So glad to see you are encouraging other Fanstorians to be receptive and grateful for the more 'meaty' reviews and to collect their own post-it-worthy tips too. This cracked me up:
I also check for "that". That's a personal problem that I have. That is a word that I use too often. That word often isn't that necessary and that is a fact that I often forget. If you do that too, put that on a "that" post-it note and stick that on your computer.
HA HA HA Good combination of solid advice and entertaining wit and whimsy in this fine write. I think I know who this is (Mikey?--sounds like you) if not, I'd love to meet you. But please do not tell me who you are until the contest is over. LOL
Your title drew me in....very clever title. It is compelling. I'll bet most Fanstorians' curiosity will be peaked by it. A great thing, as most would benefit from reading this and considering it carefully, much the same way you also considered carefully and then decided to stay here (YAY!)
I read this close to midnight with a slightly fuzzy brain (sorry!) but it held my attention totally and I did not notice any spag nits.
*I did wonder about whether this line would sound better with either 'one'
The best review I ever received was a three star one.
or, maybe even-
The best review I ever received had a three star rating.
otherwise, I did not stumble on any nits or unnecessary I's, 'that's,or 'was's.
*wink wink*
Bravo and thanks for sharing.
Warmly,
rd
Comment Written 22-Oct-2014
Comment from Judy Couch
Your essay is really amusing. I enjoyed reading it. I did find a couple of problems: 1. "The funny thing is I thought it was the most dazzling thing that had ever been posted here" In this sentence, you used the word "thing" twice in close proximity to one another. Try substituting another word. 2. "Try to reword the sentences that have those words in it." The word "sentences" is plural. The word "it" is singular. You need to change one word or the other.
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Your essay is really amusing. I enjoyed reading it. I did find a couple of problems: 1. "The funny thing is I thought it was the most dazzling thing that had ever been posted here" In this sentence, you used the word "thing" twice in close proximity to one another. Try substituting another word. 2. "Try to reword the sentences that have those words in it." The word "sentences" is plural. The word "it" is singular. You need to change one word or the other.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2014
Comment from jmdg1954
I'm in 100% agreement with what you've written here. A Six-star celebration is great, don't get me wrong, but as you indicated, a review with meat on its bones for someone like me (learning) is also a great four stars....
Well done, my friend. We're both on a learners permit.
John
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I'm in 100% agreement with what you've written here. A Six-star celebration is great, don't get me wrong, but as you indicated, a review with meat on its bones for someone like me (learning) is also a great four stars....
Well done, my friend. We're both on a learners permit.
John
Comment Written 22-Oct-2014
Comment from adewpearl
An essay that reminds all of us about the best function of this site, to receive helpful input and to use that input to improve our writing. Using your own experience adds to your credibility since you are using your own journey in becoming better instead of lecturing others about what THEY ought to do. I must say I do NOT want anyone rewriting my total piece. I find that presumptuous on the part of a reviewer and intrusive, but I suppose we all respond differently to reviewing strategies. Brooke :-)
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An essay that reminds all of us about the best function of this site, to receive helpful input and to use that input to improve our writing. Using your own experience adds to your credibility since you are using your own journey in becoming better instead of lecturing others about what THEY ought to do. I must say I do NOT want anyone rewriting my total piece. I find that presumptuous on the part of a reviewer and intrusive, but I suppose we all respond differently to reviewing strategies. Brooke :-)
Comment Written 22-Oct-2014
