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JAMESBJOHNSON
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"A great writer never strives to explain her vision. She simply invites you to stand beside her and see for yourself."
Yes?
No?
Yes?
No?
Stella_Omega
No Gentleman
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Yes indeed!
SamScribble
Yeah, still just a guru
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In a similar vein ...
‘Good writing is supposed to evoke sensation in the reader – not the fact that it’s raining, but the feel of being rained upon.’ – E L Doctorow
‘Good writing is supposed to evoke sensation in the reader – not the fact that it’s raining, but the feel of being rained upon.’ – E L Doctorow
lovecraft68
Bad Doggie
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Absolutely, because more often than not the reader may come away with something completely different from what you intended. BUt as long as they come away with something it is a success.
Feotakahari
Really Experienced
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No. When I don't explain my vision, readers don't have any idea what the hell I'm getting at, and criticize me for it.
TE999
How 'bout a kiss, baby
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