Literotica takes itself too seriously

[neci]

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kittens for laurel, in case she ever reads this vile shit. she’s most likely off doing something better.

 

[rae121452]

didn't you just post this the other day under the heading 'am i allowed to do this?'

 

[pecksniff]

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kittens for laurel, in case she ever reads this vile shit. she’s most likely off doing something better.

Incomplete without a wood chipper.

 

[born2rebellis]

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kittens for laurel, in case she ever reads this vile shit. she’s most likely off doing something better.

LMAO I’m sure ‘Laurel’ has read more ‘Vile shit’ than this, How on earth did you find this ‘Vile’
The only thing Vile is your comment.

 

[born2rebellis]

Haha this forum is trash! Mods just ‘close threads down’ at will

What a disgrace, a writing forum that resents writing

Smell ya later communist Russia

 

[PaxNurgle]

Punctuation and grammar are mega annoying at times and create a sense of restriction not to mention a complete waste of time and take the focus of the main component of writing, the content Im all for commas apostrophises exclamation marks fullstops brackets and such however theres many elements of punctuation that are just so painstakingly annoying The beauty of writing to me is the way it allows for one to freely express themselves the way the words flow unfortunately grammar and punctuation often halt this process and plant doubt in the mind Even grammar and punctuation zealots profess that theres many rules that are just plain dumb To me writing and grammar/punctuation are almost two different forms of art in their own own right Grammar/punctuation arent creative its too structured and rule based therefore doesnt allow for any kind of individuality Its the result of someone elses ideas I guess that doesnt sit well with me either everyones lingo is completely different and often grammar and punctuation make every writer sound exactly the same I think I will continue writing perhaps on different forums but for now I find this particular forum to be too anal no pun intended and takes itself too seriously Its just a forum after all and creates the illusion that it’s some kind of newspaper or something with professional editors and publishers Even comments have to be moderated before they appear Thats lame I also find the forum to be very cluttered with a poor layout Ill continue reading however will no longer be wasting any more precious time and thought with such nonsense on here My criticism of the forum of course only designed to make it a better place as it could be soooooo much better Thats if Im allowed to say ‘soooooo’

Here's my point. Here is the original post with all punctuation, commas, periods, grammar, and paragraph breaks removed. This is obviously a pretty extreme example, but the thing is, even if the above text contains profound, beautiful, and very moving writing... it's difficult to read.

I think, while I might disagree with the website's policy of rejecting a story purely on lack of paragraph breaks or sufficient punctuation, etc- as a reader, if I ever encountered such a story, I would be disinclined to slog through it. And if I did manage to finish reading, I would probably be inclined to give it a lower rating than it would otherwise deserve if it were based purely on storyline and content.

 

[born2rebellis]

Stories get rejected for grammar reasons?

Here's my point. Here is the original post with all punctuation, commas, periods, grammar, and paragraph breaks removed. This is obviously a pretty extreme example, but the thing is, even if the above text contains profound, beautiful, and very moving writing... it's difficult to read.

I think, while I might disagree with the website's policy of rejecting a story purely on lack of paragraph breaks or sufficient punctuation, etc- as a reader, if I ever encountered such a story, I would be disinclined to slog through it. And if I did manage to finish reading, I would probably be inclined to give it a lower rating than it would otherwise deserve if it were based purely on storyline and content.

That’s not what I meant, of course grammar and punctuation are important to an extent, as well as paragraphs and I’m enjoying improving my punctuation and grammar, however I like to type the way I speak, I don’t enjoy feeling like I have to follow some instruction manual on how to speak ‘proper’ English like the queen of England or something.

Life is what it is, unique and wonderful because everyone speaks differently and pronounces words differently, yet this isn’t allowed to be emphasised through text as it’s deemed flawed.


One of the major points I was making is that grammar doesn’t influence the creativity of a story, grammar doesn’t require talent, it’s only memory based and regurgitated.
It annoys me that it’s so prioritised over excellent analogies and metas and other attributes that require genuine talent and independent thought.

Not to mention everyone makes mistakes, and without spellcheck most people couldn’t even string a sentence together, they wouldn’t sound nearly as eloquent and have robots to thank for that, they also are completely ignorant to human nature, in that everyone misses something here and there, life is full of mistakes and it’s the perfectionist outlook that’s flawed, not the grammar and punctuation which is incredibly trivial and should be overlooked at times, especially when it’s so menial.

A story that’s well edited and flawless that’s got boring content doesn’t read easily either , in fact it puts people to sleep regardless of how well it’s edited

 

[born2rebellis]

I decided to check out your stories. The first one is riddled with mistakes. Meh. So what? It's your first story. I'm sure a lot of first time authors, in their excitement, publish without spell checking etc. You can take it down and publish an edited version if you like.
The second was better written. Did you have some help editing? Not a big deal lots of people use an editor here, The third one was really well written. Sometimes it helps to find an editor you click with and it seems like you found one.
Personally, I find your writing style aggressive and the subject matter is not really suited to my tastes. That being said your scores are decent; including the first one so you do have an audience.
As to the AH mods? They are not fond of histrionic outbursts. If you're going to have an histrionic outburst the GB is probably the best board here for that type of behaviour but you better have thick skin because the GB can be rough at times.
If you really want to vent go talk politics on the Political Board.

I appreciate the kind words, I have many different styles of writing, It depends what mood I’m in really, I wouldn’t classify myself as an aggressive writer, I wouldn’t say I’m that one dimensional, however it makes up one component of me for sure.

Maybe I won’t shelf my plans, however I often feel like I’m annoying people by asking them to edit my stories especially when I’ve written so many of them and have about 20 pending.
It just becomes so time consuming proof reading all the time and using grammar websites and comparing them to my notes as I only use a smart phone

 

[colddiesel]

Punctuation and grammar are mega annoying at times and create a sense of restriction, not to mention a complete waste of time and take the focus of the main component of writing, the content.

I’m all for commas, apostrophises, exclamation marks, fullstops, brackets and such however there’s many elements of punctuation that are just so painstakingly annoying.

The beauty of writing to me is the way it allows for one to freely express themselves, the way the words flow, unfortunately grammar and punctuation often halt this process and plant doubt in the mind.

Even grammar and punctuation zealots profess that there’s many rules that are just plain dumb.

To me writing and grammar/punctuation are almost two different forms of art in their own own right.

Grammar/punctuation aren’t creative, it’s too structured and rule based therefore doesn’t allow for any kind of individuality. It’s the result of someone else’s ideas. I guess that doesn’t sit well with me either, everyone’s lingo is completely different and often grammar and punctuation make every writer sound exactly the same.

I think I will continue writing, perhaps on different forums but for now, I find this particular forum to be too anal (no pun intended) and takes itself too seriously, It’s just a forum after all, and creates the illusion that it’s some kind of newspaper or something with professional editors and publishers
Even comments have to be moderated before they appear.
That’s lame, I also find the forum to be very cluttered with a poor layout,

I’ll continue reading, however will no longer be wasting any more precious time and thought with such nonsense on here.

My criticism of the forum, of course, only designed to make it a better place, as it could be soooooo much better. That’s if I’m allowed to say ‘soooooo.’

Thank you for the entertainment. There is at least one error of either, grammar, spelling, punctuation or omission in every paragraph of your post. You manage 5 in one sentence at one point.

 

[born2rebellis]

Thank you for the entertainment. There is at least one error of either, grammar, spelling, punctuation or omission in every paragraph of your post. You manage 5 in one sentence at one point.

Clap ....Clap do you feel better about yourself? You enjoy laughing at others who know less then you? You enjoy belittling others over there mistakes, what kind of sadistic freak are you?

I’ve only recently been learning grammar and punctuation, for literally about 3 days now. How long have long you been at it about 20 years?

I never received an education, my parents never received an education. My mom and dad can’t even read and write and for all you know I have learning disability or memory problems , ADHD or anything? you don’t even know me.

And you feel superior or something by attempting to belittle me over something that doesn’t even require talent or independent thought? Something that involves mere memory that everyone has? And you feel special or something?

Unfortunately, you can learn all the grammar you like, you can never learn talent as a writer, that’s something people are born with.

 

[dolf]

Take it as an opportunity to learn a new life skill. Right or wrong, people will judge you for poor grammar. One day it could make the difference between landing your dream job, or your CV going straight into the trash.

 

[born2rebellis]

Take it as an opportunity to learn a new life skill. Right or wrong, people will judge you for poor grammar. One day it could make the difference between landing your dream job, or your CV going straight into the trash.

Thanks for the positive comment. That’s exactly what I’m planning to do, I guess it’s a blessing in disguise as I’m enjoying the process of learning and becoming a more structured writer, and ‘technically’ better.

Also great point on the CV as well kudos for that, grammar and punctuation can literally be the difference between life and death in certain situations.

I wouldn’t say it should be prioritised on a sex forum though. however it’s a good platform to learn from with the restrictions in place. As unlike other forums I’ve been forced into honing the craft

 

[born2rebellis]

Don't worry about annoying editors, they will generally tell you what genres they prefer. There is an editors forum if you're looking for a second pair of eyes. Keep in mind some people want to be editors or hone their editorial skills or just like helping others.
Lol, I was in no way calling you one dimensional, you have passion and I believe a natural proclivity to expand your horizons.
I write because I find it cathartic. Do I write well? Depends on who you ask, I suppose.

Haha proclivity nice. Learn something new every day. Thank you for the kind words and the encouragement, and you’re dead right I have natural proclivity. I guess you could say that’s where it all begins! Have a great night.

 

[born2rebellis]

Don't worry about annoying editors, they will generally tell you what genres they prefer. There is an editors forum if you're looking for a second pair of eyes. Keep in mind some people want to be editors or hone their editorial skills or just like helping others.
Lol, I was in no way calling you one dimensional, you have passion and I believe a natural proclivity to expand your horizons.
I write because I find it cathartic. Do I write well? Depends on who you ask, I suppose.

My reasons for writing are the exact same as yours, cathartic. I’m still contemplating the whole process to be honest.
I’m not yet 100% sold on writing, I pride myself on logic and don’t care for cementing a foundation on Literotica or any forum for that matter, internet fame is ridiculous.

I consider it no different to painting or any other hobby really. And I’m constantly surprising myself, I love analogies and many different aspects of writing.

I heard a quote on TV the other day, that reading other people’s material is the ultimate act of empathy, I appreciate your took the time. Do you have any stories of your own up anywhere? I couldn’t see any when clicking on your profile

 

[dolf]

Thanks for the positive comment. That’s exactly what I’m planning to do, I guess it’s a blessing in disguise as I’m enjoying the process of learning and becoming a more structured writer, and ‘technically’ better.

Also great point on the CV as well kudos for that, grammar and punctuation can literally be the difference between life and death in certain situations.

I wouldn’t say it should be prioritised on a sex forum though. however it’s a good platform to learn from with the restrictions in place. As unlike other forums I’ve been forced into honing the craft

You're welcome.

A good place to start would be full stops (periods) and commas. Getting that right will make your writing flow smoothly.

Good luck

 

[JohnnySavage]

For 20 years now the story people have been coming here to bitch about other story people. As if we don't have our own scrotes to bitch about.

 

[oggbashan]

Stories get rejected for grammar reasons?

Only if it is seriously defective. It takes a lot of errors to be that bad.

Even my story:

https://www.literotica.com/s/breathless-stargazing

was accepted even though it breaks the rules of grammar.

 

[geronimo_appleby]

I don’t believe so, I believe anyone who chooses to bend to such hypocrite rules and double standards that has their freedom of speech restricted and required to be approved of, the ‘poor babies’ as they’re submissive who are only allowed to speak with their masters permission, lol fuck that, unless it turns you on.

is that master’s or masters’? just to be clear…

 

[oggbashan]

From experience: Any other forum that accepts erotic stories has much lower standards and is crammed with bad writing.

 

[ToPleaseHim]

I don’t believe so, I believe anyone who chooses to bend to such hypocrite rules and double standards that has their freedom of speech restricted and required to be approved of, the ‘poor babies’ as they’re submissive who are only allowed to speak with their masters permission, lol fuck that, unless it turns you on.

Is this an attempt at kink shaming or are you just announcing that you also don’t understand BDSM?

 

[ToPleaseHim]

Is being an asshole a prerequisite for being a mod?

Asking for a friend.

Totally should be a prerequisite for a mod here, especially in the BDSM forum, to refrain from kink shaming.

 

[stickygirl]

Well this all turned bitchy fast.

As for grammar being less important than talent: you can have all the talent you like but if people can't understand your writing because you didn't learn grammar, well, there's always another story to turn to. Authors are two-a-penny and no one owes an author an audience - you've gotta work for it. Good grammar is a courtesy as well as a requirement for comprehension.

 

[JohnnySavage]

Well this all turned bitchy fast.

As for grammar being less important than talent: you can have all the talent you like but if people can't understand your writing because you didn't learn grammar, well, there's always another story to turn to. Authors are two-a-penny and no one owes an author an audience - you've gotta work for it. Good grammar is a courtesy as well as a requirement for comprehension.

That's my kink.

Don't kink shame me!!!

 

[dolf]

Well this all turned bitchy fast.

As for grammar being less important than talent: you can have all the talent you like but if people can't understand your writing because you didn't learn grammar, well, there's always another story to turn to. Authors are two-a-penny and no one owes an author an audience - you've gotta work for it. Good grammar is a courtesy as well as a requirement for comprehension.

It's true. Reading something that has poor grammar feels like riding a bicycle with square wheels.

 

[JohnnySavage]

My safe word is Fruitloop.

Back when I was a BDSMer it was "Harder" but that caused too much confusion.