Writers I Have Met
contest using writing as a theme20 total reviews
Comment from Charlene0513
There are many writers that take a leap of faith and jump into the sugar bowl that is only half full and expect great reviews and much approval from something they cooked up in a half hour without spell-check or double-spacing and that just browns me; esp. if it is a short story but lengthy.
Very informative and therefore making for an interesting write.
Charlene
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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There are many writers that take a leap of faith and jump into the sugar bowl that is only half full and expect great reviews and much approval from something they cooked up in a half hour without spell-check or double-spacing and that just browns me; esp. if it is a short story but lengthy.
Very informative and therefore making for an interesting write.
Charlene
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Basic rules for submissions are readily available but many writers disregard them. They enjoy the creative aspect, but refuse to do the grunt work.
Thanks for reading.
Comment from Cry the Vile Rebel
You leave us with good advice. I bet I am not the only one taking notes. Some of your discriptions made me laugh, although I realize they also stand as cautionary tales. One possible typo: creative "licence". I hope you do well in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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You leave us with good advice. I bet I am not the only one taking notes. Some of your discriptions made me laugh, although I realize they also stand as cautionary tales. One possible typo: creative "licence". I hope you do well in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
the funny thing about the word 'licence' is that I've corrected it twice on other's advice and run it through word check a zillion times, to the point that I have no idea how it's spelled.
Thanks for reading and while I had a lot of fun writing this, there's a grain of truth in all of the types I mention.
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I was actually hoping there is more than one way to spell it, seeing as how I built an acrostic around a different spelling, also researched ad nauseum.
Comment from cinderbella
This is extremely well-written and I found it to be amusing. I can't help but wonder if you classify a writer in your mind as soon as you look at his/her work, or if you devised these 'titles' for this piece of writing. Whichever, I loved it. :) Sandra
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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This is extremely well-written and I found it to be amusing. I can't help but wonder if you classify a writer in your mind as soon as you look at his/her work, or if you devised these 'titles' for this piece of writing. Whichever, I loved it. :) Sandra
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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I came up with all the labels as I wrote the piece, except for the literary masturbator. Nothing irks me as a reader more than reading a story with a lot of four syllable words that seem to be part of some kind of intellectual bragging.
I had a lot of fun writing this piece.
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Me too. There's one writer on here who does a lot of that. (no names though) lol I almost need a dictionary to read his work. I feel like telling him that using the biggest words in the dictionary does not necessarily mean he's a good writer. But of course we can't be that honest when we review. LOL
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If he/she read this post, this type of personality would not recognize themselves.
Comment from Green Lake Girl
Very entertaining, funny and useful. I will strive not to wallow in any of the above mentioned categories. It's good to hear an editor's perspective. I thoroughly enjoyed the read and hope you do well in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Very entertaining, funny and useful. I will strive not to wallow in any of the above mentioned categories. It's good to hear an editor's perspective. I thoroughly enjoyed the read and hope you do well in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Thanks for reading. I think we can all learn from each other, but we should stay humble.
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Yes, humble is good. I've learned a lot in the almost four months I've been a member on this sight.
Comment from mfowler
I am Hybrid I hybrid with a tendency to mud pie I think. I think writers of which there are a few around here, will be reading this and wondering where they fit. We all like to fit even if it's outside the box. You must have really enjoyed this prompt as its clearly from your world of expertise.and I can almost see the tongue stuck in your cheek as you typed this. Congratulations I think you've not only entertained us but also provided the winner.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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I am Hybrid I hybrid with a tendency to mud pie I think. I think writers of which there are a few around here, will be reading this and wondering where they fit. We all like to fit even if it's outside the box. You must have really enjoyed this prompt as its clearly from your world of expertise.and I can almost see the tongue stuck in your cheek as you typed this. Congratulations I think you've not only entertained us but also provided the winner.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Thanks for reading. Yes, I had a hoot writing this and have often wondered where I went wrong when I receive a rejection with no explanation.
Comment from Carolyn 'Deaton' Stephens
Now, I like this, interesting, and although fiction, carries a lot of factual information. I best identify with the Daisy. :-) Good luck to you in the contest, and thanks for writing. Carolyn
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Now, I like this, interesting, and although fiction, carries a lot of factual information. I best identify with the Daisy. :-) Good luck to you in the contest, and thanks for writing. Carolyn
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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A daisy is a beautiful flower and people need to stop tearing off her petals, trying to validate themselves or finding the answer to "he loves me." Thanks for reading.
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You are right about that, maybe I don't want to be a Daisy after all. LOL
Comment from MarjorieAnne
Amen to your moral of the story advice, and I would add that the reading be aloud. This is very well done; I had to check the category to make sure it was fiction. A few suggested edits: in paragraph one insert a comma between "stories" and " and"; combine the paragraphs under Masturbator and don't capitalize thesaurus or dictionary; combine paragraphs under Cheese Maker; insert comma between "challenge" and "as" under Hybrid, and apostrophe in Stallions.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Amen to your moral of the story advice, and I would add that the reading be aloud. This is very well done; I had to check the category to make sure it was fiction. A few suggested edits: in paragraph one insert a comma between "stories" and " and"; combine the paragraphs under Masturbator and don't capitalize thesaurus or dictionary; combine paragraphs under Cheese Maker; insert comma between "challenge" and "as" under Hybrid, and apostrophe in Stallions.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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You would make an exceptional editor. Thanks for the tips. What a keen eye you have.
I totally agree that reading out loud allows writers to hear the mistakes and is and incredible, but simple tool for self-editing.
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Thank you
Comment from Rondeno
Amusing. Are there recognizable junior editor "types", too? (And how on earth did "lisence" slip through your safe pair of hands?)
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Amusing. Are there recognizable junior editor "types", too? (And how on earth did "lisence" slip through your safe pair of hands?)
Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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That typo is a mystery, but I see that my fictional character has some credibility...LOL
Comment from rama devi
What fun and wit--and superb satirical content!~ Enjoyed this well written write on writers. Quite a befitting post for fanstory readers, too. *wink*
This made me smile: from coffee-stained, dog-eared documents that look like they've been around the globe--
*Noticing a formatting typo--I believe there is not supposed to be a space after dashes, right? but the fanstory editing software plays with spacing a lot, so you might double check those.
*The slob description is so true--people who think punctuation is optional (and I've seen a few who do not use any at all, even in prose--with no line breaks either--can you imagine?)
This made me nod my head as I reviewed one such slob-writer a few times today and was the only one to give the honest rating of a two...
While most people who submit are mindful of the opportunity to be published, and try to submit clean copy for reading, there are a handful of literary slobs who feel that punctuation is optional and formatting is of no consequence. These same people would never dream of leaving the house with a stain on their shirt, yet they fail to acknowledge the first impression their submissions make on an editor.
*This is quite a long sentence; consider making it two:
Aside from The Slob, there are a few other 'types' that I've encountered while doing my job, and for your amusement, let me share my thoughts about a few I have met.
This is super witty-
He believes that the moment an editor sees his literary output, she'll strip off her sensibilities and offer herself as a sacrifice.
The chef-definition is pure brilliance:
Especially:
Occasionally accused of plagiarism, the chef will argue the generic qualities of his ingredients. When presented with proof or copyrights, he will adopt a temperamental persona and argue about creative licence.
**NOTE--license is misspelled
The Cheese Maker adds cliches! LOL So true.
Hilarious -food metaphor:
The Cheese Maker sometimes wraps his paragraphs in individual sleeves, expecting the consumer to be satisfied with the single-serving portions he dishes out.
I like the humble simplicity of your daisy writer definition. So well-voiced.
The Hybrid
Enjoyed this phrasing: a literary stable with different styles and competition.
This is super--with the extended and multi-flavored metaphors of food:
Employing The Chef's arrogance, The Stallions passion and The Daisy's insightful point of view, he is just as likely to submit a Black Forest torte or a mud pie, depending on the day.
Good closing:
When it comes right down to it, the best advice I can leave you with is this: If you expect me to read your story, then at least read it yourself, before you send it anywhere.
I think the 'i' in if after colon should not be capped...?
This is so witty and well-voiced, it's almost a six.
When the contest is over, can you let me know who you are? I'd like to read more from you.
Warmly, rd
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reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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What fun and wit--and superb satirical content!~ Enjoyed this well written write on writers. Quite a befitting post for fanstory readers, too. *wink*
This made me smile: from coffee-stained, dog-eared documents that look like they've been around the globe--
*Noticing a formatting typo--I believe there is not supposed to be a space after dashes, right? but the fanstory editing software plays with spacing a lot, so you might double check those.
*The slob description is so true--people who think punctuation is optional (and I've seen a few who do not use any at all, even in prose--with no line breaks either--can you imagine?)
This made me nod my head as I reviewed one such slob-writer a few times today and was the only one to give the honest rating of a two...
While most people who submit are mindful of the opportunity to be published, and try to submit clean copy for reading, there are a handful of literary slobs who feel that punctuation is optional and formatting is of no consequence. These same people would never dream of leaving the house with a stain on their shirt, yet they fail to acknowledge the first impression their submissions make on an editor.
*This is quite a long sentence; consider making it two:
Aside from The Slob, there are a few other 'types' that I've encountered while doing my job, and for your amusement, let me share my thoughts about a few I have met.
This is super witty-
He believes that the moment an editor sees his literary output, she'll strip off her sensibilities and offer herself as a sacrifice.
The chef-definition is pure brilliance:
Especially:
Occasionally accused of plagiarism, the chef will argue the generic qualities of his ingredients. When presented with proof or copyrights, he will adopt a temperamental persona and argue about creative licence.
**NOTE--license is misspelled
The Cheese Maker adds cliches! LOL So true.
Hilarious -food metaphor:
The Cheese Maker sometimes wraps his paragraphs in individual sleeves, expecting the consumer to be satisfied with the single-serving portions he dishes out.
I like the humble simplicity of your daisy writer definition. So well-voiced.
The Hybrid
Enjoyed this phrasing: a literary stable with different styles and competition.
This is super--with the extended and multi-flavored metaphors of food:
Employing The Chef's arrogance, The Stallions passion and The Daisy's insightful point of view, he is just as likely to submit a Black Forest torte or a mud pie, depending on the day.
Good closing:
When it comes right down to it, the best advice I can leave you with is this: If you expect me to read your story, then at least read it yourself, before you send it anywhere.
I think the 'i' in if after colon should not be capped...?
This is so witty and well-voiced, it's almost a six.
When the contest is over, can you let me know who you are? I'd like to read more from you.
Warmly, rd
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Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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You know, I asked four people about dashes after someone told me there was supposed to be a space after them and I got a split decision. It looks funny with the space and I agree, I've changed them back.
Thanks for reading and as the top reviewer, I am dead certain you've met all these characters.
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Thanks so much--and I see you've met them all as well...
I bet I've met you, too--and am quite curious, now! :)
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You know, this is only funny to the writers who take some pride in their submissions.
Yes, I've met them all or I couldn't write about them. To a large part they're exaggerated. Those that need and want help always get it from me, but the egotists who thin they are the new Dickens drive me bonkers. Yes, I still make mistakes, only last week I revisited a contest site and realized I did not double space my entry. There's a $25 reading fee that I threw away--just because I didn't read the rules closely enough. Lesson learned.
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It's always harder to spot the nits in one's own work. That's why editors can prove essential... :)
Comment from humpwhistle
Essay Fiction has the sound of ambiguity to me. But then, I realize Fictional Essay is not a category available to you.
I find your categories of witers amusing, and probably pretty accurate. On the other hand, I can't bring myself to root for a junior editor who is prone to categorizing. To me, that's a major problem within the publishing industry.
So, I prefer to believe you are satirizing editors as much as writers. Your editor is too smug for words.
Actually, I have two dictionarys and a Super Thesaurus at my right hand. Should I be ashamed?
Quite funny.
Peace, Lee
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reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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Essay Fiction has the sound of ambiguity to me. But then, I realize Fictional Essay is not a category available to you.
I find your categories of witers amusing, and probably pretty accurate. On the other hand, I can't bring myself to root for a junior editor who is prone to categorizing. To me, that's a major problem within the publishing industry.
So, I prefer to believe you are satirizing editors as much as writers. Your editor is too smug for words.
Actually, I have two dictionarys and a Super Thesaurus at my right hand. Should I be ashamed?
Quite funny.
Peace, Lee
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Comment Written 23-Oct-2013
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2013
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It was meant to be funny--but I suppose only to writers who actually take pride in the work they submit. Categories don't allow extensive qualification.
Good point about the junior editor--I think I'll give her a promotion.
