Writers I Have Met
contest using writing as a theme20 total reviews
Comment from Cumbrianlass
HAHA! Brilliant. Wish I had a gold nugget left. Not surprised it won. You should send this to a slew of agents just for a laugh.
Er, which one am I? LOL!
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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2013
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HAHA! Brilliant. Wish I had a gold nugget left. Not surprised it won. You should send this to a slew of agents just for a laugh.
Er, which one am I? LOL!
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Comment Written 26-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2013
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You are in a category of your own, without stereotypical explanation.
I think I should create a dictionary for the pros so that they can readily identify the 'type.' It might be equivalent to computer language, a hidden code among professionals.
Comment from Winslow
Dear Spiritual Echo,
I can see why you won the contest. Congratulations. An interesting collection of writer types. My favorite is the stallion. Quite satirical all the way through.
Warm regards,
Winsow
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2013
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Dear Spiritual Echo,
I can see why you won the contest. Congratulations. An interesting collection of writer types. My favorite is the stallion. Quite satirical all the way through.
Warm regards,
Winsow
Comment Written 25-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2013
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t was a tie for the win and the other essay is a very worthy read as well.
Comment from N.K. Wagner
Congratulations, Ingrid!!!! So funny. I'm not sure which category I fit in. Maybe one from column A, 2 from column C... A great write. :D Nancy
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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Congratulations, Ingrid!!!! So funny. I'm not sure which category I fit in. Maybe one from column A, 2 from column C... A great write. :D Nancy
Comment Written 24-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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Just like the zodiac, there are at least twelve labels and I've only high-lighted a few. You are a one-of-a-kind and can't be rubber-stamped. Thanks for the galaxy of stars.
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
if you expect me to read your story, then at least read it yourself, before you send it anywhere. << LOL! YESSSS! And before posting it on FS for all to suffer throu...errr... read.
THis was brilliant, had my vote, and will win if there is any justice and taste left in the world... or at least on FS. :)
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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if you expect me to read your story, then at least read it yourself, before you send it anywhere. << LOL! YESSSS! And before posting it on FS for all to suffer throu...errr... read.
THis was brilliant, had my vote, and will win if there is any justice and taste left in the world... or at least on FS. :)
Comment Written 24-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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You are very kind and generous and obviously share my sense of humour, which of course has some basis in fact.
Comment from michaelcahill
This is a worthwhile piece right here. I find it to be on the money and something all the writers here should read. I expect even successful writers could use a reminder as well. Those of us that are not published I would think this mandatory. Great and valuable tool. well done, mikey
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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This is a worthwhile piece right here. I find it to be on the money and something all the writers here should read. I expect even successful writers could use a reminder as well. Those of us that are not published I would think this mandatory. Great and valuable tool. well done, mikey
Comment Written 24-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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Thanks so much for reading and reviewing.
Comment from w.j.debi
Love your closing sentence. It actually made me laugh out loud. Wonderful look into the editor's world. Every job has its hazards and quirks. Well written and concise.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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Love your closing sentence. It actually made me laugh out loud. Wonderful look into the editor's world. Every job has its hazards and quirks. Well written and concise.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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Glad you enjoyed it. In truth the last sentence is the entire story.
Comment from vkmack
I laughed, I pondered, and I enjoyed. This is very educational, and those of us who are devoted readers or have done editing work recognize the "styles" here. This essay is extremely clever. You've come up with some original and creative labels that fit these types perfectly. I was particularly taken with The Masturbator, The Daisy, and The Hybrid. Overall, it seems that the things most lacking in the submissions you see are genuine personal style and originality. Just a walk through a bookstore can confirm that. Some days, it's depressing. One more vampire teen lovers book, and, well, you know. The world is plagued with hordes of those believing that, "If it worked for them, it'll work for me. It can't be that difficult."
Really enjoyed this. You've made some wonderful points. We all want to be that Daisy, I suppose. I hope you are able to pluck many in your career.
Good luck in the contest.
I noticed a couple of typos:
"My experience reading your stories introduced me to a full spectrum of writers-- from first-time hopefuls, to accomplished authors--whose names I know I'll one day see on best-seller lists." The extra space is there after writers--
"Usually an accomplished cook with credentials from the finest establishments, this formula writer will pull out recipes from his reference library, and attempt to present his meal as an original." The comma after library is unnecessary and separates the noun "writer" from the second verb "attempt."
Again, great write, enjoyable read. Educational and fun for the whole family, as the old TV spots used to say.
Wishing you tons of good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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I laughed, I pondered, and I enjoyed. This is very educational, and those of us who are devoted readers or have done editing work recognize the "styles" here. This essay is extremely clever. You've come up with some original and creative labels that fit these types perfectly. I was particularly taken with The Masturbator, The Daisy, and The Hybrid. Overall, it seems that the things most lacking in the submissions you see are genuine personal style and originality. Just a walk through a bookstore can confirm that. Some days, it's depressing. One more vampire teen lovers book, and, well, you know. The world is plagued with hordes of those believing that, "If it worked for them, it'll work for me. It can't be that difficult."
Really enjoyed this. You've made some wonderful points. We all want to be that Daisy, I suppose. I hope you are able to pluck many in your career.
Good luck in the contest.
I noticed a couple of typos:
"My experience reading your stories introduced me to a full spectrum of writers-- from first-time hopefuls, to accomplished authors--whose names I know I'll one day see on best-seller lists." The extra space is there after writers--
"Usually an accomplished cook with credentials from the finest establishments, this formula writer will pull out recipes from his reference library, and attempt to present his meal as an original." The comma after library is unnecessary and separates the noun "writer" from the second verb "attempt."
Again, great write, enjoyable read. Educational and fun for the whole family, as the old TV spots used to say.
Wishing you tons of good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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I've done some editing, but I am not an editor--note the fiction category.
Thanks for the alert on my nits. I've corrected them and appreciate your keen eye.
Reviewers who give generous feedback are my favourite. Hugs.
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Hi, I never notice the category. I'm too busy being lost in what I'm reading. :)
Thanks for taking me there--again.
Good luck! Hugs to you, too.
Comment from bob cullen
This is an outstanding read. And so easy to visualise. I feel however you did forget one group, my group, Mr Insecure. The dreamer who write, rewrites and rewrites again. Then lacking confidence and fearing rejection he files the manuscript in his study and sets off on his next writing endeavour.
Back to your story. Your words flow so smoothly on the page. I love your cynical approach to the task it deserves victory. I wish you well in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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This is an outstanding read. And so easy to visualise. I feel however you did forget one group, my group, Mr Insecure. The dreamer who write, rewrites and rewrites again. Then lacking confidence and fearing rejection he files the manuscript in his study and sets off on his next writing endeavour.
Back to your story. Your words flow so smoothly on the page. I love your cynical approach to the task it deserves victory. I wish you well in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2013
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You are absolutely right. There are many other categories if I were to continue, but as this was written from a fictional perspective of a writer, an editor would never meet The Turtle. I'm sure that's the tag I'd put n this writer, and I happened to be one--once upon a time--so I know all about the crumpled pieces of lined paper at your feet and the guilt for spending hours writing when there were practical chores that went undone.
So, let's imagine that I'm no longer an editor--and I'm not--but a writing coach, and here's some unsolicited advice.
you've already taken an important step by being a part of a writing community where you'll get feedback and can connect with like-minded people. It is my experience that even the writers I once felt intimidated by, are generous with their knowledge and time and will give you honest feedback. That solves the crumpled paper issue. Of course, it makes a difference if you take the advice to heart. I've been here four years and my portfolio is still alive from the first day. It's uncanny the strides I've made because of open-hearted and sincere people right her.
The chores will always be there. Meals will be eaten and new ones need to be cooked again the next day. the grass will continue to grow, even after you cut it.
give yourself some slack and jump into the pool. It's always cold at first, but then you find yourself doing laps.
I'll look you up after this is done.
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I must confess I have twice ventured along that road called publication, the second time with Gayle and Jeff from G & J Publishers. On Fanstory Gayle is known as Showboat. G & J are a great team and they offer fantastic assistance to new writers.
Thanks for taking time to respond again
Comment from Titanx9
This is an enjoyable read. Your descriptions of the various types of writers are humorous and helpful. I saw myself in your well-written essay, and look forward to improving my technique. I'm somewhere between the hybrid and daisy. Perhaps, I'm more like the hybrid. I wish you luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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This is an enjoyable read. Your descriptions of the various types of writers are humorous and helpful. I saw myself in your well-written essay, and look forward to improving my technique. I'm somewhere between the hybrid and daisy. Perhaps, I'm more like the hybrid. I wish you luck in the contest!
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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There are many slots we can put ourselves into--no need to define yourself by my narrow group. This is an overblow, exaggerated sampling, but we all recognize parts of ourselves in these groups. Thanks for reading.
Comment from Dean Kuch
This was a witty, clever view into the inner workings of a quite diverse group of authors, told from the competent POV of an editor. Hey, who would know better than an editor, right? I mean, c'mon, an editor is subjected to scrutinizing a veritable plethora of writings; form "crappy", to "creative". So, based upon my opinion of your excellently penned narrative, I would have to take you at your word. You know what you're talking about.
That being said, I would most likely place myself into the "masturbating stallion" category. Yes, I realize you've listed a "hybrid" categorization already, but in it was contained that ugly word "arrogance". I've always believed that arrogance, as it pertains to accepting criticism, is a fatal flaw. No one's work, including my own, is beyond reproach.
That being said, I sincerely enjoyed seeing how one particular editor might perceive her (or his) potential clients. It was very...enlightening.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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This was a witty, clever view into the inner workings of a quite diverse group of authors, told from the competent POV of an editor. Hey, who would know better than an editor, right? I mean, c'mon, an editor is subjected to scrutinizing a veritable plethora of writings; form "crappy", to "creative". So, based upon my opinion of your excellently penned narrative, I would have to take you at your word. You know what you're talking about.
That being said, I would most likely place myself into the "masturbating stallion" category. Yes, I realize you've listed a "hybrid" categorization already, but in it was contained that ugly word "arrogance". I've always believed that arrogance, as it pertains to accepting criticism, is a fatal flaw. No one's work, including my own, is beyond reproach.
That being said, I sincerely enjoyed seeing how one particular editor might perceive her (or his) potential clients. It was very...enlightening.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Mr. DK, as the genre indicates, it is a work of fiction and satire, overblowing the personalities that can be found in any professional group of people.
Having read quite a few of your posts, all of which I enjoyed, I don't believe you fit into any of the limited number of labels I conjured up to make my point--and stir up controversy. You put a lot of creative effort into entertaining your readers. In fact, just as cards now have musical jingles that play out while the recipient reads the greeting, I suspect you may be a trend-setter. Perhaps future books sold commercially will have sound effects, and I can well imagine reading a horror story with the sound of a growling wolf in the background.
Even this story received editorial edit suggestions--that I accepted with gratitude. None of us are above reproach, and there is a fine line between confidence and arrogance. I had the confidence to write something that pokes fun at writers and the humility to accept the edits.
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Ah, I take it that you've picked up on my tongue-in-cheek attempts at dry humor in a review, then. Good. As far as me fitting into one of those truly funny "categories" you gave us to ponder in your post, I'll take you as my editor any day. As of yesterday, I have 836 rejection letters, from various publish houses. Most tell me to acquire the services of an agent. Very few fault the writing I submit.
Anyhow, I truly enjoyed your offering in the contest, and, indeed, voted for it. I felt it was easily the best written of the three, But, hey, I ain't no editor, so what do I know, LOL...?
Seriously, I wish you the best of luck, and appreciate the fact that you, at least, enjoy my work and appreciate my forward ways of thinking.
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When I open a post with your byline, I expect to be entertained, not review....how's that for a reveal of my appreciation for what you do? Let me know when you hit 900. We'll have an on-line party.
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Hah, I will. I'm sure it won't be long...
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Check out a site...Page and Spine. The editor of this E-zine is Nancy Wagner who is a member of FS. I've been published there and Lee Allan (Humpwhistle) is a monthly featured writer. It doesn't pay much..maybe around $20, but it is a growing site and gives you something to add to your resume.
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Thank you much, I'll try it! I appreciate that, too...
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