How This Critter Crits
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Comment from Walu Feral
G'day Jay, this is another very well written and presented chapter mate. I am interested in this topic as I am the worst critter for technical stuff, as I told you in the last review I did for you. We can only improve with time and practice I think (or hope). Now I will go and check the reviews on the first 2 chapters to see what was said. I want to know more about that publisher you won't name, LOL. Cheers Fez
"And of course, in this( ) case,all (put a space) sincere, all true."
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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G'day Jay, this is another very well written and presented chapter mate. I am interested in this topic as I am the worst critter for technical stuff, as I told you in the last review I did for you. We can only improve with time and practice I think (or hope). Now I will go and check the reviews on the first 2 chapters to see what was said. I want to know more about that publisher you won't name, LOL. Cheers Fez
"And of course, in this( ) case,all (put a space) sincere, all true."
Comment Written 18-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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Oh, Melissa! I didn't recognize you as justafan right away. Thanks again for reading this post. You sound enthusiastic. That's good. Keep writing and posting and I'll keep reading them.
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OOPS! LOL. I think Mr. Spellchecker has buggered up again! Hahahaha! I don't mind being called Cheryl, Shirley or anything else starting with Shhhhh! But Melissa! Now that is just gay! Cheers Fez
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This has happened before. Embarrassing is what it is. And it usually means a number of people will be getting the wrong message.
Anyway, thanks for your understanding Melissa.
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LOL
Comment from justafan
Found it! Read it! Viagra? Who's got Viagr? I didn't get that memo. Your describing much of what I have seen here in FanStory. I waited 45 years to give in to my desire to write again...I want to know all the SPRAG'S the ELLIPIS that I am making. I want my work to represent me in a good light. So, (yes I used "so") Crit away, please!
Well done here Jay.
Always,
Melissa aka justafan
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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Found it! Read it! Viagra? Who's got Viagr? I didn't get that memo. Your describing much of what I have seen here in FanStory. I waited 45 years to give in to my desire to write again...I want to know all the SPRAG'S the ELLIPIS that I am making. I want my work to represent me in a good light. So, (yes I used "so") Crit away, please!
Well done here Jay.
Always,
Melissa aka justafan
Comment Written 18-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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Corrected the typo, Ingrid. Thanks for the catch. I had rewritten that particular sentence because it was originally in the passive voice. And it changing it around I made it active but lacking a subject. LOL, thanks.
I'll have to go back in the chapters that follow to see if I specifically laid out the guidelines. And they have changed slightly since then. I may have to add an addendum.
I'm surprised you thought it was "literary". I don't usually get accused of that. My wife always told me to get to the freakin' point. Believe me, Ingrid, before this is over you'll be begging me to focus, Jay, focus!
Thanks again. You are one of my REAL favorites here.
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Jay, I think I got this reply by mistake..
Comment from Spiritual Echo
For some reason as I was reading this segment, the thought kept running through my head that 'only Jay could write an entire book (or novella?) about reviewing.'
Yet, I enjoyed your scene on the message board very much. And to a large degree, both fractions are represented on FS and so, the comparison is not lost on me. Especially, because I know first hand that you put careful thought into all your reviews.
What does surprise, me is the very literary way this essay is written. This is not a bad thing, nor a good thing, but somehow seems to reflect careful thought in each sentence. I might have used a breezier tone, given you've given the entire process a cute name--crits or critters.
I do hope one of the segments you post includes the set standards you use in judging posts. Many people, especially, but not limited to newbies, have no idea what a good review consists of. They've come to expect giving out five star reviews with nothing more than a canned spiel. Conversely, there are just as many who will give excellent essays and stories a three and four star review because they don't like the story or the argument, and disregard the quality of writing.
I have no idea if others hold you in as high esteem as I do in the reviewing process, but I'm certain there are many. Understanding how you approach the process could be an invaluable tutorial for these folks.
There's a typo in the sentence below.
entitled The Dead of Winter, and you have no idea how proud (I was! thought it) deserved national if not world-wide recognition, with a place on the shelves of every library in the United States.
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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For some reason as I was reading this segment, the thought kept running through my head that 'only Jay could write an entire book (or novella?) about reviewing.'
Yet, I enjoyed your scene on the message board very much. And to a large degree, both fractions are represented on FS and so, the comparison is not lost on me. Especially, because I know first hand that you put careful thought into all your reviews.
What does surprise, me is the very literary way this essay is written. This is not a bad thing, nor a good thing, but somehow seems to reflect careful thought in each sentence. I might have used a breezier tone, given you've given the entire process a cute name--crits or critters.
I do hope one of the segments you post includes the set standards you use in judging posts. Many people, especially, but not limited to newbies, have no idea what a good review consists of. They've come to expect giving out five star reviews with nothing more than a canned spiel. Conversely, there are just as many who will give excellent essays and stories a three and four star review because they don't like the story or the argument, and disregard the quality of writing.
I have no idea if others hold you in as high esteem as I do in the reviewing process, but I'm certain there are many. Understanding how you approach the process could be an invaluable tutorial for these folks.
There's a typo in the sentence below.
entitled The Dead of Winter, and you have no idea how proud (I was! thought it) deserved national if not world-wide recognition, with a place on the shelves of every library in the United States.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2015
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Oh, I read this one last. The scroll always starts from the most recent and goes to the earliest. I could have sworn you read this before. Thank you heartily, though, and I'm so happy you're on this journey with me.
Comment from DerivedBetter
Another nice installment and I can truely sympathize with the plight you were in on the board. It is hard to be honest when people expect you to be friendly instead. thanks for the great read.
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2007
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Another nice installment and I can truely sympathize with the plight you were in on the board. It is hard to be honest when people expect you to be friendly instead. thanks for the great read.
Comment Written 01-Aug-2007
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2007
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I'm glad you are enjoying the series, DB. I hope you find it useful.
Jay
Comment from RenieReader
Okay, Jay, I know I'm starting my crit on the second piece, but I did read the first, first. LOL. You've pointed out some very important concerns and objectives. The one that struck me the most was that when a writer posted his or her work, it was polished and the best that author could do. I find myself often in a quagmire over whether the author has even re-read the piece. It seems like they expect the crits to find all their errors and correct the SPAGs for them. I'm not sure I want to spend my time doing that. Maybe you cover this in another chapter. I'll keep going.
Renie
reply by the author on 10-Jun-2007
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Okay, Jay, I know I'm starting my crit on the second piece, but I did read the first, first. LOL. You've pointed out some very important concerns and objectives. The one that struck me the most was that when a writer posted his or her work, it was polished and the best that author could do. I find myself often in a quagmire over whether the author has even re-read the piece. It seems like they expect the crits to find all their errors and correct the SPAGs for them. I'm not sure I want to spend my time doing that. Maybe you cover this in another chapter. I'll keep going.
Renie
Comment Written 09-Jun-2007
reply by the author on 10-Jun-2007
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You can read them in any order you want to, Renie, as long as you read them. You are appreciated. Thank you.
Jay
Comment from cjvaughn
Howdy,
I enjoyed this also. It is obvious you have tons of experience in the writing world.
I like how you break things down and explain them so we all understand more about the publishing, writing, and reviewing world. I laughed a lot too.
That poor lady author must have been caught between a rock and a hard place after that review. What happened to her, did her book rating drop suddenely? lol
So is your book still out there, selling in stores? Wow, that is so great! Congratulations, on having it published...
I think there are some people who believe, really believe, no matter how un-readable the story is, that they are incredible writers. If you have ever seen some of the people who try out for that American Idol, it's kind of the same mind set. How they can get up on national TV and expect to make it... well, I guess its supposed to make good television.
I miss the good old days, when most every story made sense and drew you in. Made you laugh, cry, learn and think.
This 'Critter' series feel like a hit, hope you send it out when you're done. Take care, CJ
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2007
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Howdy,
I enjoyed this also. It is obvious you have tons of experience in the writing world.
I like how you break things down and explain them so we all understand more about the publishing, writing, and reviewing world. I laughed a lot too.
That poor lady author must have been caught between a rock and a hard place after that review. What happened to her, did her book rating drop suddenely? lol
So is your book still out there, selling in stores? Wow, that is so great! Congratulations, on having it published...
I think there are some people who believe, really believe, no matter how un-readable the story is, that they are incredible writers. If you have ever seen some of the people who try out for that American Idol, it's kind of the same mind set. How they can get up on national TV and expect to make it... well, I guess its supposed to make good television.
I miss the good old days, when most every story made sense and drew you in. Made you laugh, cry, learn and think.
This 'Critter' series feel like a hit, hope you send it out when you're done. Take care, CJ
Comment Written 14-Apr-2007
reply by the author on 14-Apr-2007
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Yes, CJ, I've been asked by a few people here on FS to send it out. It would be an incredible effort, though, since all reference to FS and to the writers here would have to be eliminated. While it's true that people tend to think their own writing is somehow exempt from adverse criticism -- or that they are beyond criticism. In a way it might be healthy to have a little bit of that egoism and self-aggrandizement to help you stay the course. It's tough and a little lonely, and its incredibly difficult to get published. Thank you again for reading my series. Good luck on your writing.
Jay
Comment from suda
Hello jaysquires,
Well, you've done it...I'm hooked. Now I'm going to have to read every chapter. At least that is my feeling from reading the prologue and this first chapter.
You have such an uninhibited style that makes reading your work flow along so smoothly that I'm surprised when I've reached the end. I'm not ready for the end.
I love you style.
Susan
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2007
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Hello jaysquires,
Well, you've done it...I'm hooked. Now I'm going to have to read every chapter. At least that is my feeling from reading the prologue and this first chapter.
You have such an uninhibited style that makes reading your work flow along so smoothly that I'm surprised when I've reached the end. I'm not ready for the end.
I love you style.
Susan
Comment Written 23-Jan-2007
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2007
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Oh, Susan! You do so much for a writer's flagging confidence as he faces the next chapter with the blank page. I want you to know that you are appreciated. Please come back for more.
Jay
Comment from PatriciaLiteHickman
Again captures interest with a touch of humor; well written throughout; I really like your style of writing; nothing to correct; nothing to dislike. I cannot say enough how valuable I think this work is :-)
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2007
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Again captures interest with a touch of humor; well written throughout; I really like your style of writing; nothing to correct; nothing to dislike. I cannot say enough how valuable I think this work is :-)
Comment Written 23-Jan-2007
reply by the author on 23-Jan-2007
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Thank you SO VERY MUCH Astrolite 1. When I am facing the writing of a brand new chapter and second guessing my qualifications, it is so good to hear there are wonderful people like you who are going back (virtually for free) to read some of the back chapters. I hope you find them interesting and helpful. I know that's how I find you!
Jay
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aww thank you and you are very welcome :-) I tell you, it WAS interesting; I haven't time to waste on something that isn't so I would not do that if it wasn't worth it :-) you earned the reviews I'm still smiling :-)
Comment from Signaler
Hi Jay, Looks to me as if you get side tracked with the rest of us. Still, it made for a very informative article. I haven't found anything that I think should be changed. I'm enjoying your writing style and your sense of humor.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2007
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Hi Jay, Looks to me as if you get side tracked with the rest of us. Still, it made for a very informative article. I haven't found anything that I think should be changed. I'm enjoying your writing style and your sense of humor.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2007
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2007
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Welcome back ... I'm glad you liked this chapter (and, taking a peek at the one below on this roll of crits) I see that you didn't drop the reins here but took it back to the start of the whole concept. Thanks for your interest.
Jay
Comment from nor84
Really, really hard to review when there are no grammatical errors, misspellings, no misplaced commas. How can I please the Fanstory computer if there is nothing to complain about?
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2006
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Really, really hard to review when there are no grammatical errors, misspellings, no misplaced commas. How can I please the Fanstory computer if there is nothing to complain about?
Comment Written 14-Dec-2006
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2006
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Thanks, Ridgy, once again for reading for free.
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Reviewing for free is OK if it's interesting, or instructional. I reviewed one guy's work, suggested some changes and got BLASTED for daring to suggest anything except spelling and punctuation. And then, there are those newbies who appreciate any help at all, even if you give them two stars.