TheEarl & the Story Discussion Circle

[Rumple Foreskin]

Okay folks, here's the deal.

TheEarl, one of Lit's real nice guys and a heckuva sharp dresser, has had a story up for critique on the Story Discussion Circle since 11/8. So far, only three hardy adventurers have made the trek to that little used spot and left a critique as evidence of their visit.

If you're serious about becoming a better writer, the SDC could be a gold mine. In-depth critiques are given, but only to those who have already provided the same to others. KillerMuffin moderates the site, but has been up to her neck in alligators recently. I'm sure she'd love to see the site get more use.

TheEarl has an interesting story. I've given him my two cents worth, so now he needs some thoughtful, well-reasoned critiques to compensate for my bilge.

Rumple Foreskin

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[dr_mabeuse]

Rules

I stopped by the story circle discussion board a while ago and it seemed to me that there were rules about who could review, and I thought they were like closed review circles or something, so i left. I don't understand why you would post for feedback there rather than post for feedback in the Feedback board. So I guess i got confused.

Other than that, I'm sorry, but incest just turns me off. I guess I'm just repressed. Or maybe if you saw my sister you'd sympathize. Anyhow, I got to the point in the story where it became apparent what was going to happen and I just bailed. Sorry.

---dr.M.

 

[Just_John1]

A hardy adventurer?

Okay, I guess. But I agree that the SDC is a great place to learn, post replies, give helpful insight perhaps. Anyone can give opinions... what's that old saying? ...everyone has one? The basic rule as I understand it is that you have to give to receive. Do a couple of reviews, not everything is right for everyone but there is some really good stuff posted there by some really good writers that are really improving (and some of us not so great writers that are still trying to improve). And KM, thanks again for maintaining the SDC it is really appreciated (although perhaps that appreciation seems to come in waves).

AND I agree that TheEarl is one of the really nice guys around here and one hell of a snappy dresser!

JJ1

 

[KillerMuffin]

Re: Rules

I stopped by the story circle discussion board a while ago and it seemed to me that there were rules about who could review, and I thought they were like closed review circles or something, so i left.

Ooooh. I need to clarify the rules a lot better then.

Anyone can give feedback. Only people who have given feedback can get feedback there. I really suck at rule-writing. I confuse people too easily.


Thanks RF. I'm seriously at a loss as to how to promote the forum and make it grow. I've been stringing the stories out so long because we're running out of guinea pigs and quickly.

I think I'm going to try something new.... Huhm.

Look for something interesting today.

 

[TheEarl]

KM: As your self-appointed Jiminy Cricket, I think it's time for a new story.

People in general: Don't be scared. Come read my story. Even if you don't think I'm a heckuva nice guy and a snappy dresser.

JJ1 and RF: You don't have any idea where my Av comes from do you?

The Earl

 

[Rumple Foreskin]

JJ1 and RF: You don't have any idea where my Av comes from do you?

I can't speak for JJ1, of course, but for me the answer is, no.

On the other hand, I try not to study your AV too closely out of fear it'd make me woozy. (That snide crack coming from a guy whose own face mandates he hide behind an engraving of Plutarch.)

RF

 

[TheEarl]

It's a scene from English comedy Red Dwarf. That actor is Chris Barrie (Brittass Empire, Tomb Raider) and the hand-puppet is called Mr Flibble. i did have quotes explaining the av in my signature but got abuse as it was very long. 90% of the time longer than my actual posts.

The Earl

 

[Just_John1]

Thanks!

Thanks for the explanation, and no I had no idea where the AV came from. Gotta tell you though, you're at least one step ahead of me, I haven't figured out how to do that yet. And have no idea what I'd choose if I did. The faceless wonder I guess I'll remain.

 

[wildsweetone]

may i just ask...?

anybody who has given feedback in the SDC... how explicit should feedback be in there? is it simply answering the general questions that KM has posted, or is it meant to be indepth...?

i read over Earls story yesterday and got myself really bogged down in my feedback, i think it was simply too much.

 

[Just_John1]

Ms. Wildsweetone

As an author that has been reviewed I have been interested in the typos and gramatical errors exactly once. Once learned let's move on. The ideas regarding creativity and how I can improve a story from conceptual to creating moods or scenes in detail but not too much detail I can never get enough of.

I think the typo gramatical thing needs to be done but I typically shy away from giving typo or gramatical advice once its already been done. Then again my mastery of the rules of grammar is pretty sad so I'm not one to talk much.

I can only speak for myself but it is a very rewarding experience to actually learn from a review. I am really impressed by some of the depth that some of the reviews go into. I think the author's are typically looking for the answers to their questions but then there are some that don't ask questions at all (like me who was too stupid to ask them). I think that gives you full reign to do any depth review you want.

I am absolutely certain that the author's are going to appreciate any review regardless of how in depth and will appreciate the more indepth that much more. I know I do.

JJ1

 

[TheEarl]

WSO: I am more interested in your reactions and feelings about my story, esp the bits I've asked you to focus on. I'm interested in the typos and grammar, but Rumpleforeskin usually gets in first on that kind of thing. I need as many people's reactions and critiques as possible as the aim is to make myself a better writer. And I can't do that until somebody beyond John, ronde and RF tell me what I'm doing wrong.

Thankyou to those people btw. I love you in a way that doesn't involve Mr Flibble.

The Earl

 

[TheEarl]

Oh and go into depth. RF usually copies out the entire story, whereas I can pontificate for years when I'm reviewing. More is better.

The Earl

 

[wildsweetone]

okay if you haven't seen it already, here's what i'm doing. i've copied and pasted your story into a posting for me on the SDC forum. i've begun doing 'my' thing with it. i glanced over the other comments, but didn't look deeply into how others have commented thus ensuring i do my own thing.

when i'm done with each part of the story, then i'll give you my opinion. it looks at the moment like i'm ordering you around, please forgive me for that, it's not intended.

i'm mixing this SDC in with my other editing, my work, exams, kids, etc etc... so this week i can't plan ahead for anything... hope it's okay with you that i do it as i have windows of time.

 

[Magda Sandor]

Ace Rimmer

"Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!"

 

[Chicklet]

earl,

i'll read your story if you put good word in to the potato king.

Chicklet

 

[TheEarl]

Chicklet: That's blatant tit-for-tat. I think that deserves two hours of WOO. With Out Oxygen. That'll teach you to be a blagger .

Seriously, go and talk. WSO's done really well so far and the more people who rip it apart, the better I'll get. At least that's the theory. You don't even have to say that much. Just "I love it, you're brilliant" will do.

The Earl

 

[Chicklet]

laughing my ass off