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Viewing comments for Chapter 18 "Written Today's Half-Pound Yet?"GROWTH? ADULATION? HURRY -- CHOOSE!
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Comment from Brett Matthew West
A lot of truth in your quote. Some times it seems writings should be measured in the weight of the volume produced, and hope that something in that volume is worthwhile, not in the sheer number of pages written. Losing eighteen chapters of work would be enough to make the strongest writer cry like a baby. How many others can relate to that tale though? Believe you have a good idea with a "Don't Break The Chain" calendar. Find when that little muse wants to be productive, no matter where a person may be, it is very hard to not let him have his way. An enjoyable read.
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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A lot of truth in your quote. Some times it seems writings should be measured in the weight of the volume produced, and hope that something in that volume is worthwhile, not in the sheer number of pages written. Losing eighteen chapters of work would be enough to make the strongest writer cry like a baby. How many others can relate to that tale though? Believe you have a good idea with a "Don't Break The Chain" calendar. Find when that little muse wants to be productive, no matter where a person may be, it is very hard to not let him have his way. An enjoyable read.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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Thank you, Brett. It's encouraging to get such a positive crit from someone of your caliber. I appreciate it.
Comment from jpduck
Most thought-provoking. I've no idea what a muse is -- never met one, unless a list of ideas in my notebook is a muse.
Everything you say about your writing calendar is most wise. But it's no good to me. I'm far too lazy; I adore procrastination, and Excuses are my middle names -- all three of them. And anyway, I write lots of reviews; that's writing, isn't it? It's that sad chase after funny money to promote the next piece of serious writing that stops me writing the next piece of serious writing. Bloody FS addiction.
So, piss of Squires, and stop making me feel guilty. (!!)
Adrian
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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Most thought-provoking. I've no idea what a muse is -- never met one, unless a list of ideas in my notebook is a muse.
Everything you say about your writing calendar is most wise. But it's no good to me. I'm far too lazy; I adore procrastination, and Excuses are my middle names -- all three of them. And anyway, I write lots of reviews; that's writing, isn't it? It's that sad chase after funny money to promote the next piece of serious writing that stops me writing the next piece of serious writing. Bloody FS addiction.
So, piss of Squires, and stop making me feel guilty. (!!)
Adrian
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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Haha! You gave me a chuckle before bedtime. Thanks, Adrian. I'll just go piss off now. Buh-bye, my friend.
Comment from doggymad
Who among us could fail to identify with this one. Love the style and humour running throughout. My particular drought lasted nearly two years, but now it's monsoon time
hugs
Freda
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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Who among us could fail to identify with this one. Love the style and humour running throughout. My particular drought lasted nearly two years, but now it's monsoon time
hugs
Freda
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2015
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Good for you, Freda. Just remember to keep writing every day. Something. Thanks for your kind words.
Comment from chasennov
You have certainly taken this work to places which I thought never existed. So, in real terms I feel kinda unqualified to be reviewing your work. My only critique is that it is a fine piece of art which I naturally appreciate. Good job, Jay.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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You have certainly taken this work to places which I thought never existed. So, in real terms I feel kinda unqualified to be reviewing your work. My only critique is that it is a fine piece of art which I naturally appreciate. Good job, Jay.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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Thank you so much, Chas for the six stars and your generosity. Your words thrill me. Bless you.
Comment from padumachitta
Hi Jay. Yup, write, even if it timed writing with a starting sentence, Not that I do this...I hope to do this, I intend to do this..
I like your setermination and deiscipline and the personal touches you put in this peice.
So, when are you posting mores stories...
padumachitta
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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Hi Jay. Yup, write, even if it timed writing with a starting sentence, Not that I do this...I hope to do this, I intend to do this..
I like your setermination and deiscipline and the personal touches you put in this peice.
So, when are you posting mores stories...
padumachitta
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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More stories are in the works, along with the Trining. I'm having some trouble with one of the later chapters, but still have some to post.
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi, Jay...
_ For me, the best way to block having writer's block is to have other projects going at the same time.
_ It's amazing how one can get a new outlook after changing the scene.
_ Especially if I go from my novels to a poem, and then back again.
_ Sometimes I write poetry and have two books going at one time.
_ Of course, through all this I allow my muse to run wild!
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax (*:*)
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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Hi, Jay...
_ For me, the best way to block having writer's block is to have other projects going at the same time.
_ It's amazing how one can get a new outlook after changing the scene.
_ Especially if I go from my novels to a poem, and then back again.
_ Sometimes I write poetry and have two books going at one time.
_ Of course, through all this I allow my muse to run wild!
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax (*:*)
Comment Written 13-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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You're back! Jax, it's good to hear you again. I miss your story. When are you coming back aboard?
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-Today---I'm baaaacccck.
-Nice to know I've been missed.(*<*)
-I'll be posting a challenge poem shortly.
-Another chapter after that.
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is a cute write, jay, made me smile as I was reading it, I gave up writing for three months earlier this year but now I try to write something every day.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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this is a cute write, jay, made me smile as I was reading it, I gave up writing for three months earlier this year but now I try to write something every day.
Comment Written 12-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2015
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Keep writing, Jax. Time slips away so fast, looking at it through the rear view mirror. THanks for reading.
Comment from MissMerri
Wow! This is chock full of good advice. I especially was impressed with the idea of killing the muse... or at least sending her away. It is absolutely true, the best way to ever hope to be a writer is to write, and write and write. Waiting for the mysterious "muse" to arrive and motivate the fingers never worked for me. I really enjoyed this essay and plan to read it many times more. Good stuff here.
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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Wow! This is chock full of good advice. I especially was impressed with the idea of killing the muse... or at least sending her away. It is absolutely true, the best way to ever hope to be a writer is to write, and write and write. Waiting for the mysterious "muse" to arrive and motivate the fingers never worked for me. I really enjoyed this essay and plan to read it many times more. Good stuff here.
Comment Written 12-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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Many thanks, Miss Merri for your generous words and ranking. I'm so happy it will be helping you.
Comment from flylikeaneagle
Jay: I like your long stories to help us write better. I know that you have high standards and like to teach us with your wisdom. Ok, I'm listening and learning.
You are what you love. I've been on vacation. I like your story and the goal charting. Well written and great advise. Thank you, Jay, for sharing your wisdom.
flylikeaneagle
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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Jay: I like your long stories to help us write better. I know that you have high standards and like to teach us with your wisdom. Ok, I'm listening and learning.
You are what you love. I've been on vacation. I like your story and the goal charting. Well written and great advise. Thank you, Jay, for sharing your wisdom.
flylikeaneagle
Comment Written 12-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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So very happy you enjoyed this, Nancy. I don't know about wisdom. I'll save that for when I'm old. I will accept experienced, though. THank you sooooo very much for the six stars, Nancy.
Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep
From your writing, Jay, I have certainly come to realise that you love writing. In this piece you have made some very good points, for me... But... my personal opinion is that you tend to labour the point too long. Sometimes overthinking the piece, can leave your reader bored, so that they abandon it before the end. I hope this is constructive as it is meant to be. There are many gems here, somewhat obscured by straw. Giddy
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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From your writing, Jay, I have certainly come to realise that you love writing. In this piece you have made some very good points, for me... But... my personal opinion is that you tend to labour the point too long. Sometimes overthinking the piece, can leave your reader bored, so that they abandon it before the end. I hope this is constructive as it is meant to be. There are many gems here, somewhat obscured by straw. Giddy
Comment Written 12-Sep-2015
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2015
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Ha! Thank you, Giddy. I really do appreciate your shoot-from the hip crit. I realize I do wander around a subject a little. If you're in a hurry to get to the point my essays probably aren't for you. My fiction tends to be more economical.