New Author TIPS
Tipss for new authors57 total reviews
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This is a very thought-provoking piece. I agree to some degree with
the theme; I do want to read writings that make me smile and
encourage me--but not always. Sometimes writings that express
anger and disillusionment--with no foul language--appeal to me.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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This is a very thought-provoking piece. I agree to some degree with
the theme; I do want to read writings that make me smile and
encourage me--but not always. Sometimes writings that express
anger and disillusionment--with no foul language--appeal to me.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Thanks Janice, for your very lovely review and very generous stars, so sincerely appreciated! Bless you always! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from A. Willow Bends
GREAT advice. I love this. Even though I truly believe writing IS an outlet for so any ills, grief, depression, anger, etc., I love it that you are promoting writing as the means of bringing joy. (And I find myself writing in that vein about 60% of the time!) The photo you chose is wonderful to accompany your advice poem. This is poetic, entertaining and educational. Just an overall fantastic thing to read, enjoy and learn from. Thank you!
Wendy
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GREAT advice. I love this. Even though I truly believe writing IS an outlet for so any ills, grief, depression, anger, etc., I love it that you are promoting writing as the means of bringing joy. (And I find myself writing in that vein about 60% of the time!) The photo you chose is wonderful to accompany your advice poem. This is poetic, entertaining and educational. Just an overall fantastic thing to read, enjoy and learn from. Thank you!
Wendy
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Dear A. Willow Bends..so glad to meet you and sincerely thank you for your very kind and thoughtful review, so very much appreciated and hoping to see you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
Wonderful tips to share with new writers. I loved your message and tone about kindness. As writers, we should be able to address anyone with proper word choices...so very well stated. Sharing our gifts of creativity is one of the most rewarding and important aspects of the site. :) Enjoyed reading.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Wonderful tips to share with new writers. I loved your message and tone about kindness. As writers, we should be able to address anyone with proper word choices...so very well stated. Sharing our gifts of creativity is one of the most rewarding and important aspects of the site. :) Enjoyed reading.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Thanks so much Cindy, for your truly lovely and generous review and stars, so sincerely deeply appreciated. Hoping to see you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Wabigoon
His Grayness--
I am currently reading John Grisham's The Reckoning. Story concerns a murderer put to death in Mississippi in the electric chair. His eyes boil during the execution and pour down his cheeks. Murderer was a member of the U.S. forces in the Bataan Death March which was XXX rated for sure, and in your literary world not be mentioned because not nice. I do not know the outcome of the story yet but it would be the poorer for your advice so I cannot encourage you here much. You have a point, yes, but I would much rather see the "anger" or whatever else in the writer's heart on the page that somewhere else. If it is expressed there without censorship such as your are encourage there is a very good chance it will change, develop, morph into what you want. If stopped, banned, it will fester like a wound, become infected and...who knows?
Noticed this:
out there() Imagine them smiling as they
I think this is the end of one sentence beginning of another so needs a period.
Thanks
Wabigoon/Jeff
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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His Grayness--
I am currently reading John Grisham's The Reckoning. Story concerns a murderer put to death in Mississippi in the electric chair. His eyes boil during the execution and pour down his cheeks. Murderer was a member of the U.S. forces in the Bataan Death March which was XXX rated for sure, and in your literary world not be mentioned because not nice. I do not know the outcome of the story yet but it would be the poorer for your advice so I cannot encourage you here much. You have a point, yes, but I would much rather see the "anger" or whatever else in the writer's heart on the page that somewhere else. If it is expressed there without censorship such as your are encourage there is a very good chance it will change, develop, morph into what you want. If stopped, banned, it will fester like a wound, become infected and...who knows?
Noticed this:
out there() Imagine them smiling as they
I think this is the end of one sentence beginning of another so needs a period.
Thanks
Wabigoon/Jeff
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Jeff we have all had our moments of depression, anger, dismay and even hatred about something that happened in our lives and certainly most are eager to share them in search of compassion and sometimes gifting wisdom but my meaning in general where poetry is concerned, it is not a willing or meaningful stage for anger hatred, death and destruction, but rather a platform for encouragement, blessing, faith, love, and GRATITUDE to be shared with such good will. That all said, it is and shall always be the right and option of the poet to present whatever thought they wish for whatever reason they so choose! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
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Thanks Vance
Comment from Lady Jane
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. - edit suggestion
These are very insightful words, Vance. What a thoughtful penning and that image is quite thought provoking as well. The write is full of pearls of necessary and insightful wisdom. It's presented well and was my pleasure to review. Keep writing.
My only suggestion, make the font darker. If you've bolded it in advanced editor, sometimes it grays that out. Try making it straight black. It will be easier on aging eyes, lol :)
Great job, dear! Thanks for sharing.
janelle
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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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. - edit suggestion
These are very insightful words, Vance. What a thoughtful penning and that image is quite thought provoking as well. The write is full of pearls of necessary and insightful wisdom. It's presented well and was my pleasure to review. Keep writing.
My only suggestion, make the font darker. If you've bolded it in advanced editor, sometimes it grays that out. Try making it straight black. It will be easier on aging eyes, lol :)
Great job, dear! Thanks for sharing.
janelle
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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JaCherie Thanks so sincerely for your excellent and meaningful review, so very well delivered and deeply appreciated! Vance
Comment from Nanny 6
I absolutely love your advice in this poem... very good advice to new writers on this site... To write and bring happiness and joy and smiles it's what everyone's goal should be, not anger and spite. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Judy
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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I absolutely love your advice in this poem... very good advice to new writers on this site... To write and bring happiness and joy and smiles it's what everyone's goal should be, not anger and spite. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Judy
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Thanks so much Nanny6, for your lovely, review and generous stars so very sincerely appreciated! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Gloria ....
Superb advice for all, Vance. Ugly mean words intended to hurt and bring darkness and pain are not the proper use of stories. Words do reveal what is in the mind and intention of the writer. I much enjoy your prose presentation as well as it's just the right form to use to spread your message and gift.
Thank you so much for sharing and always a joy to read. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Superb advice for all, Vance. Ugly mean words intended to hurt and bring darkness and pain are not the proper use of stories. Words do reveal what is in the mind and intention of the writer. I much enjoy your prose presentation as well as it's just the right form to use to spread your message and gift.
Thank you so much for sharing and always a joy to read. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Oh dear Gloria, I just keep loving you more and more every review you write! Thanks so much for the great delight indeed! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello Vance,
Much needed and well-written advice not just for new members of FanStory but all members. I don't mind a bit of risqué musings every once in awhile, and I also don't mind the a few cuss words now and then. But I also most wholeheartedly agree that writing is meant to be honorable. These lines resonated with me:
"Consider what light and wisdom and gifts you might share that could really bring joy to people out there Imagine them smiling as they read your thoughts and know they enjoyed the gifts that you've brought."
If I were to offer any suggestions it would be to space your thoughts out = make your well-crafted offering a bit easier to read and digest.
Thank you so much for sharing!
diane
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Hello Vance,
Much needed and well-written advice not just for new members of FanStory but all members. I don't mind a bit of risqué musings every once in awhile, and I also don't mind the a few cuss words now and then. But I also most wholeheartedly agree that writing is meant to be honorable. These lines resonated with me:
"Consider what light and wisdom and gifts you might share that could really bring joy to people out there Imagine them smiling as they read your thoughts and know they enjoyed the gifts that you've brought."
If I were to offer any suggestions it would be to space your thoughts out = make your well-crafted offering a bit easier to read and digest.
Thank you so much for sharing!
diane
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Wow! Thanks so much for your very rare and delightful review, so very sincerely appreciated in all ways! HIS GRAYNESS, Vance
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Oh Vance,
My pleasure!
I need to review more; that is for certain!
Take Care,
diane
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I'M WAITING with smiles already! Vance
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Thanks so much for your wonderful review, so sincerely appreciated indeed!HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment from Raul1
Thanks for bringing these tips to me as a writer. I think it is true when we write we need to bring compassion, but I also think that we need to entertain our readers for writing fiction stories and novels. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Thanks for bringing these tips to me as a writer. I think it is true when we write we need to bring compassion, but I also think that we need to entertain our readers for writing fiction stories and novels. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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I certainly agree with you Raul! that entertainment and enlightenment are also very rich gifts, especially in poetry which truly offers a smoother, and softer form of delivery than most other forms of writing. Thanks for your thoughts and glad to meet you, with hopes of seeing you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS: Vance
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You're welcome
Comment from Carolyn Reaves
This is very true. Your rhyming is very good and the words go together well. I agree with everything your words convey. I find nothing wrong with this positive bit of poetry. Keep writing.
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This is very true. Your rhyming is very good and the words go together well. I agree with everything your words convey. I find nothing wrong with this positive bit of poetry. Keep writing.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2018
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Thank you Carolyn, very sincerely for your lovely review and stars so sincerely appreciated! hoping to see you again soon! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
