I Am A Horror Writer
I write what I'm passionate about... don't you?140 total reviews
Comment from CALLAHANMR
Hi Dean:)
'Tis true indeed, that the horror you've become has sucked me in and at times so entrapped my soul until the most lurid and horrific acts of decadence only make me desire more great stories and poems such as what you have unleashed here.
As usual you have powerful mental imagery, great rhymes and linguistic perfection. I only wonder, does the devil make you do it.
Roger
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Hi Dean:)
'Tis true indeed, that the horror you've become has sucked me in and at times so entrapped my soul until the most lurid and horrific acts of decadence only make me desire more great stories and poems such as what you have unleashed here.
As usual you have powerful mental imagery, great rhymes and linguistic perfection. I only wonder, does the devil make you do it.
Roger
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from amada
If horror is that is your gift, dear Dean, flaunt it! I am amazed at your creativity and the way you arrange in that beautiful and creative way. Best wishes to you in the new year.
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If horror is that is your gift, dear Dean, flaunt it! I am amazed at your creativity and the way you arrange in that beautiful and creative way. Best wishes to you in the new year.
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from JJ Rowe
Great self portrait here! The more I read the more I like. Excellent writing, I enjoyed this very much. I see no errors as usual.
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Great self portrait here! The more I read the more I like. Excellent writing, I enjoyed this very much. I see no errors as usual.
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from Chikara
Grotesque and macabre imagery are weaved well in your words. With a heavy heart, however, I give you a four for breaking the dream. Behold:
"Bring your own light, it's rather dark;
the stench of death, no life-line spark,
of who and what I once had been.
Worlds of depravity and sin."
That last line ruins vivid imagery with obscure metaphor that's better used to keep things going. While it's somewhat related to what comes after, I can't get past it. You woke me from the nightmare when it could have kept going; then I had to fall asleep all over again.
Fix that line and this piece is perfection.
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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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Grotesque and macabre imagery are weaved well in your words. With a heavy heart, however, I give you a four for breaking the dream. Behold:
"Bring your own light, it's rather dark;
the stench of death, no life-line spark,
of who and what I once had been.
Worlds of depravity and sin."
That last line ruins vivid imagery with obscure metaphor that's better used to keep things going. While it's somewhat related to what comes after, I can't get past it. You woke me from the nightmare when it could have kept going; then I had to fall asleep all over again.
Fix that line and this piece is perfection.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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Done, and done. Thanks for the review...
Comment from kiwijenny
I love reading your work Dean,..for twists and turns...it's like watching a train wreck,,,, don't want to ...but have to...
How do you do that ?
Well done..keep it up
God bless
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I love reading your work Dean,..for twists and turns...it's like watching a train wreck,,,, don't want to ...but have to...
How do you do that ?
Well done..keep it up
God bless
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from boxergirl
Yes, you are, Dean, and a darn good-one, too. When your words flow easily and your words paint vivid pictures that bring chills to our bones, then you know it is a gift! This one has a nice AABB rhyme scheme and the picture frightening as well! Looking forward to your 2015 posts. 8-)
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Yes, you are, Dean, and a darn good-one, too. When your words flow easily and your words paint vivid pictures that bring chills to our bones, then you know it is a gift! This one has a nice AABB rhyme scheme and the picture frightening as well! Looking forward to your 2015 posts. 8-)
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from Ridley Williams
Hi Dean,
Creepy picture at the bottom...sheeeze! But I appreciated your theme and the atmosphere you brought to the page in this write of a trip through your mind. Sometimes those thoughts invade from deep within, and tease the mind till it wears thin. Lol. If I had a dime....
Great job with this poem...it truly was a scream!
Happy Holidays, my friend, Bill
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Hi Dean,
Creepy picture at the bottom...sheeeze! But I appreciated your theme and the atmosphere you brought to the page in this write of a trip through your mind. Sometimes those thoughts invade from deep within, and tease the mind till it wears thin. Lol. If I had a dime....
Great job with this poem...it truly was a scream!
Happy Holidays, my friend, Bill
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I Am A Horror Writer When I read your title, I giggled and thought, you've got to be kidding. Of course, you're a horror writer and one of the best I have ever read. Which to be honest isn't saying much, but.... I rarely make it past a paragraph in others and I finish yours, so it saying a lot.
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I Am A Horror Writer When I read your title, I giggled and thought, you've got to be kidding. Of course, you're a horror writer and one of the best I have ever read. Which to be honest isn't saying much, but.... I rarely make it past a paragraph in others and I finish yours, so it saying a lot.
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
Comment from Jumbo J
Hi Dean,
is horror my thing? No, not really, but no one can deny it is yours... the skill with which you deliver, penetrates even the most leathery exterior... your magician like touch with colourful yet macabre scenes are only matched by your handled control of the English language... and the visual treats you add are just another bonus we all get from your skills as an entertainer... so, yeah, like I said, not a fan of horror, but I am a fan of you... and yes, if I did have the six to tag the exceptional gold to this poem, it would be here... IMPRESSIVE!
With our thoughts we create,
a tightening of the breath,
James.
******Stars!!!!!!
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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Hi Dean,
is horror my thing? No, not really, but no one can deny it is yours... the skill with which you deliver, penetrates even the most leathery exterior... your magician like touch with colourful yet macabre scenes are only matched by your handled control of the English language... and the visual treats you add are just another bonus we all get from your skills as an entertainer... so, yeah, like I said, not a fan of horror, but I am a fan of you... and yes, if I did have the six to tag the exceptional gold to this poem, it would be here... IMPRESSIVE!
With our thoughts we create,
a tightening of the breath,
James.
******Stars!!!!!!
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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Hey, with a great review like the one you've just given me, Jumbo, who needs sixes, buddy?
Thanks, and I've truly appreciated all of you support throughout the year. I hope you have a happy, safe and prosperous 2015, and beyond. :}
~Dean
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Yeah, same to you and you loved ones Dean... may this year shine the light on your supreme talent... and Thank You for the light that shines above your essence... yeah, 2015 has a nice ring to it, don't you think? Be well friend.
James.
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Yes, it sure does. :) Same to you, my friend.
Comment from acerisestory
You're at the top of your game on this one, Dean! What a great poem dissecting what and who you, the consummate horror writer on FanStory, are. I can't imagine that you are not always thinking about another, even more horrifying poem than the last to write. However, you do throw in a sweet and loving one every now and then. Then, I'm not so sure I know you that well. :)
Your couplets are perfectly rhymed, and you've used great alliteration throughout. The only thing I'd do differently is to not use commas in these two places, to increase the flow -- after find in the first stanza, after see in the second. I can't figure out where you get the disgusting :) pictures you use to complement your poems. That's not a criticism, mind you.
I wish I had a six, my friend, and you've be the recipient thereof. Take care. Alana
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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You're at the top of your game on this one, Dean! What a great poem dissecting what and who you, the consummate horror writer on FanStory, are. I can't imagine that you are not always thinking about another, even more horrifying poem than the last to write. However, you do throw in a sweet and loving one every now and then. Then, I'm not so sure I know you that well. :)
Your couplets are perfectly rhymed, and you've used great alliteration throughout. The only thing I'd do differently is to not use commas in these two places, to increase the flow -- after find in the first stanza, after see in the second. I can't figure out where you get the disgusting :) pictures you use to complement your poems. That's not a criticism, mind you.
I wish I had a six, my friend, and you've be the recipient thereof. Take care. Alana
Comment Written 27-Dec-2014
reply by the author on 27-Dec-2014
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Done, and done, Alana, I made those changes you've suggested. They happened to be very good ones, LOL.
Thanks for your help with this, and your outstanding review. Not to mention all of the wonderful support you've given me throughout 2014. Whoops! I think I just did, heh-heh...
Thanks again for everything. ~Dean :}
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