CUT? or STET! as the case may be
Never Defend Your Work: HA!32 total reviews
Comment from lyenochka
You seemed to have studied proper writing very well and somehow this was still not appreciated by someone who should have known better than to nitpick but acknowledge her errors. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2020
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You seemed to have studied proper writing very well and somehow this was still not appreciated by someone who should have known better than to nitpick but acknowledge her errors. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2020
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Thanks for stopping by Helen--that workshop leader was a stickler--she was 94 at the time and forgetful--she'd spend the first 10 minutes EVERY WEEK lecturing us on her SAME four particular pet peeves--two of which "errors" are equally acceptable as the "right" way. Cheers. LIZ
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You're very patient to have tolerated that. I don't think I want to be teaching at 94! Good for you to glean the good despite the repetitions!
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Ups, I recognize my "ego" in your writings, duhð???but I gladly accept your corrections since I write for fun, and my writing makes fun of með???thank you for sharing, and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Ups, I recognize my "ego" in your writings, duhð???but I gladly accept your corrections since I write for fun, and my writing makes fun of með???thank you for sharing, and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks for stopping by IZA--rest asssured that unlike some writers, you are delightfully non-defensive re corrections--indeed, per your footnote your solicit them! Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Well, bully for her. I would not take on her work again, Liz. I enjoyed your post. You did a great job expressing your thoughts and feelings. Some people are just high and mighty, they need to be taken down a notch or . . . I laughed about the 'need, indeed' lines. I enjoyed the comments about the footnotes, too. You are a talented author. I enjoy how you write about many different 'things' in many genres.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Well, bully for her. I would not take on her work again, Liz. I enjoyed your post. You did a great job expressing your thoughts and feelings. Some people are just high and mighty, they need to be taken down a notch or . . . I laughed about the 'need, indeed' lines. I enjoyed the comments about the footnotes, too. You are a talented author. I enjoy how you write about many different 'things' in many genres.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 23-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks Jan--delighted you stopped by--always a pleasure. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from estory
Once again the personality of your writing comes through. I think you really dig into those touchy realms of editing someone's book, particularly how hard it is for writers to let someone else make changes to their masterpieces. People do put their heart and soul into their writing sometimes, and they hate to see things changed, but sometimes perspective is good and can make for better pieces in the end. Its not easy to hold your labor of love at arms' length and try and see it as others see it, but necessary if you want your writing to go out into the wider world. Fanstory can be a good start. estory
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Once again the personality of your writing comes through. I think you really dig into those touchy realms of editing someone's book, particularly how hard it is for writers to let someone else make changes to their masterpieces. People do put their heart and soul into their writing sometimes, and they hate to see things changed, but sometimes perspective is good and can make for better pieces in the end. Its not easy to hold your labor of love at arms' length and try and see it as others see it, but necessary if you want your writing to go out into the wider world. Fanstory can be a good start. estory
Comment Written 23-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Spot-on! My work has been the better for the excellent suggestions of reviewers. Better to get a constructive 3 or 4 than a blandly non-committal high-five. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I remember typing up edited work and all the different alterations were a minefield to work through, these days few people actually write, but type straight onto a computer. I think words we write are constantly being edited, if not by us, but by others and we need to decide if our work is worth editing or leaving as it is, often our first gut instinct is right, you made me smile here Elizabeth, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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I remember typing up edited work and all the different alterations were a minefield to work through, these days few people actually write, but type straight onto a computer. I think words we write are constantly being edited, if not by us, but by others and we need to decide if our work is worth editing or leaving as it is, often our first gut instinct is right, you made me smile here Elizabeth, love Dolly x
Comment Written 23-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks for stopping by Dolly. I can't imagine going back to hand-written drafts! So true about continual editing--you can drive yourself crazy. A famous writer once said he spent an entire morning removing a comma, and the whole afternoon putting it back. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Spitfire
I found that true in my writers' group. Critiques really meant "tell me what you like". Speaking of which why do offer mere pennies to read your writing. Surely, it's worth more than that.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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I found that true in my writers' group. Critiques really meant "tell me what you like". Speaking of which why do offer mere pennies to read your writing. Surely, it's worth more than that.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Shari--Regarding your question re the pittance reimbursement: When I release a piece without promotion via treasure chest, the system allows two free reviews; these pop up as bonus reviews, which offer a chance at winning a pump on top of the standard remuneration. Thus, they appeal to potential reviewers, who jump on them; once two have bitten, the system cuts off the offer and removes my piece from the listing. If you click on the notification message, unless you are one of the first two reviewers, you are directed to my portfolio wherein one point and two cents are your paltry reward. I'd been puzzled as why I was often getting 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 reviews--was there a lag time in the cut-off? l posed this question to LisaMay just last night after noticing that she reviewed my piece hours after I got system notification that the bonus period had expired. She told me she often reviews work regardless of remuneration. That's commendable, but I certainly don't expect my fans to feel obligated to review if after clicking they find they won't get paid. I feel bad to have inadvertently put you and the others in that position; I had planned to give you a heads up today now that I solved the mystery. Cheers. LIZ
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You have to build up your member pumps cents by reviewing others. Use them to promote your posts. To promote it to fifty two cents doesn't take much. So now you know. :-)
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Thanks Shari. I know that. I did the treasure chest deal until a week ago; I found I was more likely to get two reviews--free--under the complimentary bonus, than I would with the standard 52 cents; it isn't worthwhile to use the chest without also 6 pumps to get to page one for an estimated 7-10 reviews--which ended up to be only 4 or 5; given it costs nearly 28 dollars to go that route, it didn't seem worthwhile. So, for this past week I've been taking my two free--when I noticed I was getting more than two, I looked into it and realized that unless they were the first or second reviewer, my fans were not getting paid and probably didn't realize it, so I sent messages to all to tip you off!
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
People are so touchy about perfect writing--punctuation, grammar, style, etc. that they miss the emotion of that piece of writing. Well done!
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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People are so touchy about perfect writing--punctuation, grammar, style, etc. that they miss the emotion of that piece of writing. Well done!
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Thank Rebecca. NEWSFLASH-- When I release a piece without promotion via treasure chest, the system allows two free reviews; these pop up as bonus reviews, which offer a chance at winning a pump on top of the standard remuneration. Thus, they appeal to potential reviewers, who jump on them; once two have bitten, the system cuts off the offer and removes my piece from the listing. If you click on the notification message, unless you are one of the first two reviewers, you are directed to my portfolio wherein one point and two cents are your paltry reward. I'd been puzzled as why I was often getting 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 reviews--was there a lag time in the cut-off? l posed this question to LisaMay just last night after noticing that she reviewed my piece hours after I got system notification that the bonus period had expired. She told me she often reviews work regardless of remuneration. That's commendable, but I certainly don't expect my fans to feel obligated to review if after clicking they find they won't get paid. I feel bad to have inadvertently put you and the others in that position; I had planned to give you a heads up today now that I solved the mystery. Cheers. LIZ
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Very interesting! Thanks. I'll try that.
Comment from pome lover
How delightful!
I love the fun you had editing the editor. I have to admit I was tickled to learn of "the great editor's" editing errors, though surprise d. Good for you for being smarter and for calling him out. Random House, no less.
Also enjoyed your poking fun at yourself. It was a fun read.
pome lover
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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How delightful!
I love the fun you had editing the editor. I have to admit I was tickled to learn of "the great editor's" editing errors, though surprise d. Good for you for being smarter and for calling him out. Random House, no less.
Also enjoyed your poking fun at yourself. It was a fun read.
pome lover
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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Thanks for stopping by! Actually, the book was overall very well-received; it got 4.5 stars on Amazon. My gripe was with the confusing minuscule footnotes; when I checked the few negative reviews to see if others had the same complaint, I found the
diatribe as quoted in my piece. After seeing that, I went on the hunt, only to end up chasing my tail; hence my tale! Glad you liked it. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from BethShelby
I enjoyed reading this one again but I'm sure a new review won't help either you or me. It is funny how some writers are insulted when someone corrects their precious errors.
This book which you read sounds like it is in serious need of help. As to the manuscript you typed, that lady sounds like a piece of work. I hope she paid you well. I see I'm only getting 2 cents for this so I'll stop here.
Cheers,
Beth
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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I enjoyed reading this one again but I'm sure a new review won't help either you or me. It is funny how some writers are insulted when someone corrects their precious errors.
This book which you read sounds like it is in serious need of help. As to the manuscript you typed, that lady sounds like a piece of work. I hope she paid you well. I see I'm only getting 2 cents for this so I'll stop here.
Cheers,
Beth
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Beth--Regarding the pittance reimbursement: When I release a piece without promotion via treasure chest, the system allows two free reviews; these pop up as bonus reviews, which offer a chance at winning a pump on top of the standard remuneration. Thus, they appeal to potential reviewers, who jump on them; once two have bitten, the system cuts off the offer and removes my piece from the listing. If you click on the notification message, unless you are one of the first two reviewers, you are directed to my portfolio wherein one point and two cents are your paltry reward. I'd been puzzled as why I was often getting 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 reviews--was there a lag time in the cut-off? l posed this question to LisaMay just last night after noticing that she reviewed my piece hours after I got system notification that the bonus period had expired. She told me she often reviews work regardless of remuneration. That's commendable, but I certainly don't expect my fans to feel obligated to review if after clicking they find they won't get paid. I feel bad to have inadvertently put you and the others in that position; I had planned to give you a heads up today now that I solved the mystery. Cheers. LIZ
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Please don't feel bad. I see the amount before I start reading. I read you stuff because I enjoy it. I was just kidding about the two cents.
Beth
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I'm honored that you read my work regardless!
Comment from Y. M. Roger
And now we can clearly see why Dreyer's work is so utterly riddled with 'problems': NO ONE wanted to go through even a third of what you just went through: the explanations and the 'turn-around crap' without even an acknowledgement of help. They just said 'screw it' and let it go to publishing to save themselves the headache.... kindof like giving it a wonderful review to avoid the 'revenge review' or besmirchment of one's character (from a complete stranger)... Alas, it is the stranger that gives the honest review knowing there will be no 'reprecussions' for the truth... :) :)
Loved this one, LIZ -- don't even know if you realized what a beautiful presentation you've provided for a learning experience in so many different facets... ;) :) Thanx for that and thanx for your always entertaining and varied offerings... I'll have more time in 3 weeks (gee, do you think I'm counting days?!) to get back to enjoying them!! ;) Take care! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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And now we can clearly see why Dreyer's work is so utterly riddled with 'problems': NO ONE wanted to go through even a third of what you just went through: the explanations and the 'turn-around crap' without even an acknowledgement of help. They just said 'screw it' and let it go to publishing to save themselves the headache.... kindof like giving it a wonderful review to avoid the 'revenge review' or besmirchment of one's character (from a complete stranger)... Alas, it is the stranger that gives the honest review knowing there will be no 'reprecussions' for the truth... :) :)
Loved this one, LIZ -- don't even know if you realized what a beautiful presentation you've provided for a learning experience in so many different facets... ;) :) Thanx for that and thanx for your always entertaining and varied offerings... I'll have more time in 3 weeks (gee, do you think I'm counting days?!) to get back to enjoying them!! ;) Take care! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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Yvette--Thanks for stopping by--with a bonus gift! Actually, the book was overall very well-received; it got 4.5 stars on Amazon. My gripe was with the confusing minuscule footnotes; when I checked the few negative reviews to see if others had the same complaint, I found the diatribe as quoted in my piece. After seeing that, I went on the hunt, only to end up chasing my tail; hence my tale! Glad you liked it. Cheers. LIZ
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