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Satire about a good review gone bad21 total reviews
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love dip
obviously written tongue in cheek but all in fun
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reply by the author on 08-Jun-2018
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love dip
obviously written tongue in cheek but all in fun
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Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2018
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Review received
Comment from Ulla
Hi Brett, I love it. A very well written dialogue only entry for the contest. Great fun and touches on so many issues in the writing process. Well done!
let's don't forget the setting, realistic and ... = let's not forget the setting, realistic and ...
Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla:))
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Hi Brett, I love it. A very well written dialogue only entry for the contest. Great fun and touches on so many issues in the writing process. Well done!
let's don't forget the setting, realistic and ... = let's not forget the setting, realistic and ...
Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla:))
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Appreciate your review.
Comment from rama devi
Excellent satire. Really conveys your feelings about reviewers who you interpret as 'know--it-all' in attitude. I love how the examples the reviewer gives are horrible. Makes this witty-fun.
However, it saddens me to read this, recognizing many of the issues I often point out to writers (in a kind way...not obnoxious like this) and yet people react as if the helpful feedback is a slap in the face.
People complain so much that reviewers insult writers. But I find writers insulting reviewers just as much, if not more, since many of the reviewers being interpreted as 'insulting' are actually extending helpful critique to the best of thier ability.
Offering help and being accused of being mean for being kind is not fun. This satire makes it look like the reviewer is not kind but arrogant. That's often the kind of unfair attitude toward sincere reviewers that make so many of them leave Fanstory (including myself, though someone kindly sponsored my membership for another year, so I stayed). The fact that the reviewer in your story wins the ROM four months in a row is another thing I did not like. I believe our committee for ROM would not reward a reviewer unless they are courteous and fair. So the story actually attacks those who qualify for ROM. I read one of your reviewers mentioning how this story makes them think of someone who wins the ROM quite often...which is likely me...so your story feels like a slap in the face to me, personally...though I assume that was not your intention (benefit of the doubt - and also because I know you know I would never say 'unmitigated gall' - though I am one of the few who does offer to re-review...so this really makes me wonder...do you personally resent my reviews? If so, let me know...I can desist if you wish).
As you can imagine, honestly, I am not happy to read this, though I applaud your keen sense of humor. It's excellent satire. I am sure all those who like to bicker about honest reviewers will love this. So much of the advice delivered by your 'bad reviewer' is actually good advice, though delivered inappropriately. I think this could also be a saga of how not to react to honest reviews.
Blessings and best wishes,
rd
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2018
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Excellent satire. Really conveys your feelings about reviewers who you interpret as 'know--it-all' in attitude. I love how the examples the reviewer gives are horrible. Makes this witty-fun.
However, it saddens me to read this, recognizing many of the issues I often point out to writers (in a kind way...not obnoxious like this) and yet people react as if the helpful feedback is a slap in the face.
People complain so much that reviewers insult writers. But I find writers insulting reviewers just as much, if not more, since many of the reviewers being interpreted as 'insulting' are actually extending helpful critique to the best of thier ability.
Offering help and being accused of being mean for being kind is not fun. This satire makes it look like the reviewer is not kind but arrogant. That's often the kind of unfair attitude toward sincere reviewers that make so many of them leave Fanstory (including myself, though someone kindly sponsored my membership for another year, so I stayed). The fact that the reviewer in your story wins the ROM four months in a row is another thing I did not like. I believe our committee for ROM would not reward a reviewer unless they are courteous and fair. So the story actually attacks those who qualify for ROM. I read one of your reviewers mentioning how this story makes them think of someone who wins the ROM quite often...which is likely me...so your story feels like a slap in the face to me, personally...though I assume that was not your intention (benefit of the doubt - and also because I know you know I would never say 'unmitigated gall' - though I am one of the few who does offer to re-review...so this really makes me wonder...do you personally resent my reviews? If so, let me know...I can desist if you wish).
As you can imagine, honestly, I am not happy to read this, though I applaud your keen sense of humor. It's excellent satire. I am sure all those who like to bicker about honest reviewers will love this. So much of the advice delivered by your 'bad reviewer' is actually good advice, though delivered inappropriately. I think this could also be a saga of how not to react to honest reviews.
Blessings and best wishes,
rd
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2018
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It alarms me that you honestly believe that somehow this satire was directed at you, or is about you. Rest assured it is not. That being clarified, I would like to call your attention to the Note before the satire. You reminded me of something I inadvertently omitted and have since rectified as we are in complete agreement abut this particular point.
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thanks for clarifying that, dear Brett. I was unsure, but did not think it was intentional. Just wanted to be sure. Your change in the note on top makes all the difference. I also like how there was a balance in terms of the satire being about the rude reaction as much as about the review. It really was the mention of ROM that prompted that response. It might be optimal to trim that out, if you feel to, so people do not misinterpret.
Warmest Smiles,
rd
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PS - thanks for adding the note in the beginning too...that's perfect. Makes it clear. Makes all the difference as well. Bless you.
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In light of the fact that you feel offended by my reference to the ROM, although no malice was ever intended, I have removed that comment from my satire.
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Thanks, Brett. I totally believe that no malice was intended, though I do think some readers would have interpreted it that way, so it's great you removed it. It's great satire, and you clearly conveyed it is tongue in cheek and not about anyone in particular, so I think the 'harmful elements' are reduced significantly. Please accept my humble apology that my response caused you difficult emotions. Sending you a big warm hug.
It's not so much being offended but that I felt it paints a 'wrong interpretation' of ROM for those who despise honest critique to chew on...fanning thier flames of dissent, so to speak.
So now it's all good.
Bless you.
rd
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written dialogue about the ins and outs of reviewing others work. There are many components that have to come together to make any story a good story.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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A very well-written dialogue about the ins and outs of reviewing others work. There are many components that have to come together to make any story a good story.
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Thanks. Appreciate your comments and the review.
Comment from country ranch writer
Great advice I am sure we are all guilty of this happening to us and we need to regroup and red think our writing! We also don't like people telling us how to do it and it is for our own good! Egos get hurt and badly bruised when becoming a seasoned writer. Good job my friend!
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Great advice I am sure we are all guilty of this happening to us and we need to regroup and red think our writing! We also don't like people telling us how to do it and it is for our own good! Egos get hurt and badly bruised when becoming a seasoned writer. Good job my friend!
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Thanks. Appreciate your comments, the six stars, and your insightful review.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
This was great Brett. I enjoyed this very much. It was entertaining as well as instructive. The reviewer has much to say in this story while the author has short sentences.
We do have a few who review for the money to post. Not all know a lot starting out, but they are all a work in progress. I have learned a lot from this site and school isn't out yet for me. LOL Good Job. Nancy
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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This was great Brett. I enjoyed this very much. It was entertaining as well as instructive. The reviewer has much to say in this story while the author has short sentences.
We do have a few who review for the money to post. Not all know a lot starting out, but they are all a work in progress. I have learned a lot from this site and school isn't out yet for me. LOL Good Job. Nancy
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Appreciate your insightful review.
Comment from giraffmang
Hi Brett,
Thi is an amusing look at reviewing, although I personally thin k it would work better if one or other of them wasn't an arse. lol
Best of luck to you.
GMG
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Hi Brett,
Thi is an amusing look at reviewing, although I personally thin k it would work better if one or other of them wasn't an arse. lol
Best of luck to you.
GMG
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Know this is WAY late. Some times life seems to get in the way of FanStory. I do appreciate your comments and the review. Wrote both as "arses" to make a point. Glad you enjoyed this piece.
Comment from Roxanna Andrews
You mean we are supposed to review for reasons other than the money we get so we can promote our own writing and let everyone see how really truly wonderful we are and write a 6 star review praising our work and how we never write run-on sentences? Actually I wouldn't even mind a review like that, even though I already dread getting them as I make so many errors. I have started having a friend read them first in hopes I can avoid so many. This is very fun and informative. I found myself wondering if I write like that. Hope you do well in the contest. I saw nothing boring, run-oning or lacking in descriptive lang in this. =} Have a great day.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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You mean we are supposed to review for reasons other than the money we get so we can promote our own writing and let everyone see how really truly wonderful we are and write a 6 star review praising our work and how we never write run-on sentences? Actually I wouldn't even mind a review like that, even though I already dread getting them as I make so many errors. I have started having a friend read them first in hopes I can avoid so many. This is very fun and informative. I found myself wondering if I write like that. Hope you do well in the contest. I saw nothing boring, run-oning or lacking in descriptive lang in this. =} Have a great day.
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Thanks. Appreciate your comments and the insightful review.
Comment from Debbie Pope
You need more dialogue in this story. Dialogue helps move a story along. Too many long descriptive paragraphs without benefit of character interruptions is downright boring. And speaking of dialogue, there needs to be tension to create interest. You don't just speak to hear your voice. You should have a good reason to speak. See what you can do next time. Now where is my 77 cents? (Not just some, but every bit of this is tongue in cheek. Very nice entry. It should do well in the contest).
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2018
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You need more dialogue in this story. Dialogue helps move a story along. Too many long descriptive paragraphs without benefit of character interruptions is downright boring. And speaking of dialogue, there needs to be tension to create interest. You don't just speak to hear your voice. You should have a good reason to speak. See what you can do next time. Now where is my 77 cents? (Not just some, but every bit of this is tongue in cheek. Very nice entry. It should do well in the contest).
Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 05-Jun-2018
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I am glad I read your whole review. It took most of it to see you responded tongue-in-check. Glad you enjoyed this posting.
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Not helpful I am sure. I couldn't resist though because I had nothing constructive to say anyway. Good piece. It should win.
Comment from misscookie
You captured my attention from the first line to the last
and the artwork you choose to go with your write is a perfect match
I must confess This is the first post I have ever read like this Wow!
This is truly a food for thought write
Thank you for sharing
Cookie
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reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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You captured my attention from the first line to the last
and the artwork you choose to go with your write is a perfect match
I must confess This is the first post I have ever read like this Wow!
This is truly a food for thought write
Thank you for sharing
Cookie
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Comment Written 05-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2018
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Appreciate your comments and the review misscookie.
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Until next time
Cookie
