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New Author TIPS

Tipss for new authors

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Comment from Bill Schott
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This poem, New Author Tips, seems to rebuke those who rant against perceived evils in their poetry (or prose). I guess a warning that they will be littering the page with f--ing and motherf--ing would be appreciated.

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Replying again Bill with simply another honest and genuine thanks for your great review! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Galactia
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Hi

This is a very thoughtful poem reflecting been conciderate to other fanstorians in relation to topic havibg proper restricted labelsEtc.

Great job
Regards
Tia

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks so much indeed! Galactia for your lovely review and generous stars, so sincerely appreciated! HIS GRAYNESS Vance
Comment from Earl Corp
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Excellent commentary! You might take some heat from the angry bitter crowd who think you're trying to silence them. Your poem rhymed, it made sense, it had a positive message and it invoked emotions within me. Great job!

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks sincerely Earl,for your really delightful review and generous stars also sincerely appreciated! hope you will stay tuned ! HIS GRAYNESS,Vanced
Comment from evesayshi
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In my opinion, while this is written in a contemporary style, and I prefer a more poetic form, I found the message distinct and convincing - the rhyme was somewhat masked in the presentation, but it was there and the write was lyrical in its rhythm...

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks evesaysihi, for your lovely review and generous stars, so sincerely appreciated! hope to see you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
reply by evesayshi on 07-Dec-2018
    You are very welcome, Vance, my pleasure...Eve
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    thanks Eve, for your always welcomed messages and thoughts, much appreciated! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
reply by evesayshi on 07-Dec-2018
    You are very welcome, Vance...Eve
Comment from Brett Matthew West
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These are good tips for writers with a happy theme.
However, life is not always peaches and cream.
And, some times one needs to write well about the bad station.
The reception of a piece of writing is all in the presentation.
Did enjoy this poem no doubt.
Good rhymes used throughout.

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks Brett Matthew West, for your lovely and kind review, so sincerely appreciated indeed! Hope to see you again soon!
    HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
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"New Author Tips", is an extremely well-written and delightfully descriptive piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. You KEEP WRITING and I'll KEEP READING. I look forward to seeing your next post.

 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks so very sincerely duchess, for your lovely review and generous stars, all so sincerely appreciated! What a true joy to know a real duchess with such a delightful introduction! I think I'm in love and hope to see you very often! HIS GRAYNESS: VANCE.
reply by duchessofdrumborg on 07-Dec-2018
    His greyness, I'm delighted to make your acquaintance.

    Have a happy, holy and safe Christmas and New Year,
    the Duchess :)))))))
Comment from LateBloomer
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Hello HG, a poem of truth. Your poem made me smile, and I could relate to it. Personally, when it comes to poetry, I'm a PG13 person. Anything that is written with vulgar language, violence, etc., I usually skip. However, poems written in truth (e.g. child abuse, etc.), I will read because we all need to recognize the devil when we see him and warn others of such dangers. Of special note:

Now if that story is truly ugly and mean, perhaps it would really be better unseen. And if it is littered with angry swear words, it's quite likely to not even be for the birds! So please begin with a thought to consider if your heart's intention is joyful or bitter. For the angry writer seldom gains pity as their messages generally are not very pretty.

(Perhaps it would be better to write about the lesson learned, etc. vs. the anger within? It's all a matter of perspective.)

Thank you for sharing. Well-chosen artwork choice. A pleasure to read. Keep the blue waters flowing. LateBloomer


 Comment Written 07-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks so much LateBloomer for your lovely review and generous stars, so sincerely appreciated! and Hoping to see you agiain soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Mastery
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Hi, Your Grayness. Love the name btw. I do like your rhyming poem, however, the presentation is lacking. You need to put the entire piece on a bigger board or something. It is such small font and no spacing whatsoever?? Fix it and I will fix my rating. Deal? Bob

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Deal Bob and thanks for the meaningful tip indeed! Great to meet you MASTERY AND LOVE YOUR STARS! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from nomi338
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Those blessed with the gift of communicating through the written word really owe a debt to do it as well as they possibly can. It does not take much skill if any at all to write angry, negative thoughts laden with profanity. If you want to communicate with your target audience, you must practice using words that appeal and express your thoughts in such a way that they agree with everything you say until the end where you bash them over the head with your indictment of their hateful and ignorant ways.

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    WOW! nomi, what an amazing and delightful review, and lovely stars, so sincerely appreciated, along with the sincere delight of meeting you! and hoping to see you again soon and often!!! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Irish Rain
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Wonderful, beautiful advice Mr. Vance.
Reminds me of the old poets that wrote poems such as 'I shall not pass this way again.'
Those types of poems live on forever...
because they are uplifting.
Because they bring joy and hope.
As I said....WONDERFUL advice!
Blessings...

 Comment Written 06-Dec-2018


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thanks so very much, sincerely for your lovely review and stars, so very much appreciated and with hopes of seeing you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
reply by Irish Rain on 07-Dec-2018
    You're very welcome Mr. Vance!!
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
    Thank you so much sincerely ! VAnce