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Viewing comments for Chapter 38 "WendyG's version"Two very real women in not so real situation.
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Comment from Bill Schott
This was a great reflection on the imagined convention which seems to have drawn so many writers out of their worlds and to this historic get-together. With the exception of that Baby person, everyone acted appropriately. That should start a president for future behavior.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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This was a great reflection on the imagined convention which seems to have drawn so many writers out of their worlds and to this historic get-together. With the exception of that Baby person, everyone acted appropriately. That should start a president for future behavior.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2024
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Thank you, Bill. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. I am glad you changed your profile picture. Good to see the real you!
Wendy
Comment from marilyn quillen
this was superbly written, great job, everything was were it should be and flowed along just right, and I loved it. I sure hope this is done again so I will be able to attend one, it sounds like it was well worth the trip
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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this was superbly written, great job, everything was were it should be and flowed along just right, and I loved it. I sure hope this is done again so I will be able to attend one, it sounds like it was well worth the trip
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review. But it wasn't a real convention. It was all fiction, made up by Rachelle Allen and Gretchen Hargis. They co-wrote a book about their adventures on the way to the "convention", each contributing a chapter a week, so we saw each episode from two very different points of view. It was very humorous, creative and fun. Very well done. Then at the end they invited us to write a closing chapter. I am so pleased my writing made it seem real. Wonderful! Thanks again.
Wendy
Comment from lyenochka
What a fun chapter. (Although I noticed that every chapter is 38 now so I hope this book works). I think your accent would be a joy to hear! And I hope you land in New Jersey, not New York.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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What a fun chapter. (Although I noticed that every chapter is 38 now so I hope this book works). I think your accent would be a joy to hear! And I hope you land in New Jersey, not New York.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2024
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Lol. I had in mind that it was New York but I see it is in Atlantic City, New Jersey!!! I have adjusted it - thank you. Yes, I'm not sure how the Chapter 38 thing works. Thank you for reviewing. All the additions to their book have been fun.
Wendy
Wendy
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It worked out because when I posted mine it said 69. But when I reviewed every chapter said 38!
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She said to number each of ours Chapter 38.
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I missed that instruction! I changed mine to 38, too.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I have read a few of these fanstory stories and now I am wondering who Jane is, if she is a real fanstorian or just a figment of someones imagination. Well done with this Wendy, I particularly liked Roy's Tux and thongs.
still smiling,
valda
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2024
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I have read a few of these fanstory stories and now I am wondering who Jane is, if she is a real fanstorian or just a figment of someones imagination. Well done with this Wendy, I particularly liked Roy's Tux and thongs.
still smiling,
valda
Comment Written 30-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2024
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Jane was a fictitious character in the book Gretchen and Rachelle co-wrote - a FS wannabe who was arrogant and annoying. The book was great fun, and they invited us to add a chapter at the end. Thank you so much for the lovely review.
Wendy
Comment from LJbutterfly
I have thoroughly enjoyed the book by Rachelle and Gretchen, and this delightful and creative addition written from your point of view makes the story even more meaningful. I especially appreciated you writing about your initial insecurities and then, how they were dispelled. Your detailed descriptions of the event made me feel like I was actually there.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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I have thoroughly enjoyed the book by Rachelle and Gretchen, and this delightful and creative addition written from your point of view makes the story even more meaningful. I especially appreciated you writing about your initial insecurities and then, how they were dispelled. Your detailed descriptions of the event made me feel like I was actually there.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Thank you so much for the lovely review - I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. Will you be adding a chapter? Yes, I agree, Gretchen and Rachelle created a wonderful and fun book, a delight to read and enjoy each week.
Wendy
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Wendy,
the journey with Rachelle and Gretchen has been fabulous. So much talent on display- I'm jealous. Thanks so much for adding to the delightful story. I share your sense of being a bit of an introvert. I'm sure I could sell a lot more books if I were more outgoing and would do book signings. I like talking to people, but I'm always afraid of saying the wrong thing. I was glad to see you expelled that pain in the neck Jane Babies.
We use the word shrimp in the same way, but it's also used to describe the seafood. Usually a prawn is just a very big shrimp.
I think if the two of us were to meet, we'd hit it off very well. I love your kind spirit, and I think it would be fun to learn some new ways to say the same words. Thanks so much for adding to this story gal, it was delightful.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Hello Wendy,
the journey with Rachelle and Gretchen has been fabulous. So much talent on display- I'm jealous. Thanks so much for adding to the delightful story. I share your sense of being a bit of an introvert. I'm sure I could sell a lot more books if I were more outgoing and would do book signings. I like talking to people, but I'm always afraid of saying the wrong thing. I was glad to see you expelled that pain in the neck Jane Babies.
We use the word shrimp in the same way, but it's also used to describe the seafood. Usually a prawn is just a very big shrimp.
I think if the two of us were to meet, we'd hit it off very well. I love your kind spirit, and I think it would be fun to learn some new ways to say the same words. Thanks so much for adding to this story gal, it was delightful.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 28-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Yes, me too, I can't face up to marketing and book signings etc. I am sure we'd get on really well if we were ever able to meet. I am so pleased you enjoyed this fun chapter - as you say, the whole journey with their book has been fabulous, always bringing a smile. They've done a great job. Don't underestimate your own talent. I remember your book was absolutely superb, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you so much for a truly wonderful review.
Wendy
Comment from patcelaw
This is very well written, and I had very much enjoyed listening to it. I was there at that party, but I was the ones sitting over in the corner because I love to do people watching and some of the people that were at this ceremony were absolutely hilarious to watch. I enjoyed your story very much. Patricia.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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This is very well written, and I had very much enjoyed listening to it. I was there at that party, but I was the ones sitting over in the corner because I love to do people watching and some of the people that were at this ceremony were absolutely hilarious to watch. I enjoyed your story very much. Patricia.
Comment Written 28-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Yes, it was quite a hilarious event. I am so pleased you enjoyed this extra chapter - thank you very much for reviewing.
Wendy
Comment from Paul McFarland
Very well done, Wendy. I read Dolly's post first, so I didn't get sucked in like I did with her. I have been quite busy, so I didn't contribute to this project.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Very well done, Wendy. I read Dolly's post first, so I didn't get sucked in like I did with her. I have been quite busy, so I didn't contribute to this project.
Comment Written 28-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Thank you for the beautiful stars - I am so pleased you enjoyed this piece which was so much fun to write (I'm thoroughly enjoying seeing the variety of contributions.) I hope you are keeping well, and that your wife is okay too?
Wendy
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I have completely loved the story Rachelle and Gretchen have created. It's fantastic. I have also enjoyed reading your addition to it. Try as I might, I haven't been able to come up with anything to add. I think my muse is still at the food fight.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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I have completely loved the story Rachelle and Gretchen have created. It's fantastic. I have also enjoyed reading your addition to it. Try as I might, I haven't been able to come up with anything to add. I think my muse is still at the food fight.
Comment Written 28-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Lol. You were probably very shocked at the food fight, as was I! I hope you will think of something - it was such a fun book, and now it's super to read the variety of cretivity as we continue the fun. Thanks for a lovely review.
Wendy
Comment from jmdg1954
Wow, wow, wow-za!
Wend this is fantastic. I obviously read Gretchen and Rachelle's, powder keg posts followed by your and Jim W posts. I can't get enough of these. They are hilarious.
I was thinking of entering but yours and Jim's are far too good. We'll see!
Good luck in the selection.
John
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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Wow, wow, wow-za!
Wend this is fantastic. I obviously read Gretchen and Rachelle's, powder keg posts followed by your and Jim W posts. I can't get enough of these. They are hilarious.
I was thinking of entering but yours and Jim's are far too good. We'll see!
Good luck in the selection.
John
Comment Written 28-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2024
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PLEASE write a chapter! It has been such fun reading everyone's chapters, after enjoying such a fun book for R and G. We all are smiling from ear to ear, and the range of creativity in the responses is fabulous. Thanks so much for a wonderful review!
Wendy