Ready to expand myself, I wont settle for comfort.

[JHooligan]

I'm your typical factory worker, that doesn't want to settle for the day to day life of going in and out of work. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy my job, but it's not fulfilling in any way. I've always had a passion for writing and telling stories. When I create a world, or a character in my head, I have to get it down on paper. I'm going to keep taking the steps necessary publish my work, and make it all come to life.

I really want to expand to other writers, and get their opinions on my work. I want to discuss the finer points of composing stories from short submissions to epic novels. I'm not just a fantasy fan, but I love Science Fiction as well. My first novel, will be a combination of the two.

When I get more pages, and chapters out, I hope I can gather volunteer critics and readers. I really want to bring my ideas to life, and I want to help others do that as well. If any author wants a volunteer to read their work, I will be more than happy to lend my time. I love to read, and discuss stories.

 

[Ankari]

Greetings JHooligan,

That was an impressive, yet straight-to-the-point introduction. You've come to the right place. Just a couple tips:

1) Get 5 posts so you can access the Showcase Forum (where you can share your work).
2) I find it better when you only post 1,500 word segments at a time.
3) Ask specific questions about your work. What kind of feedback are you looking for?
4) Reciprocate the effort. I know you already said you would, but it may serve as a good reminder to members.
5) Have really thick skin.
6) Find those who seem to be of the same writing style as yourself. Gather a few and create a peer-to-peer review team.

 

[JHooligan]

Thank you for the tips! I do have a very thick skin, and so I really don't mind sending my work to anyone at all. I want to learn and get better no matter what the criticisms are. I guess I am looking to find a team of reviewers to share work with, so we can all give critical advise to each other.

 

[Ankari]

What kind of stories do you like? What style of writing do you use?

 

[Flemming Hansen]

I'm your typical factory worker, that doesn't want to settle for the day to day life of going in and out of work. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy my job, but it's not fulfilling in any way. I've always had a passion for writing and telling stories. When I create a world, or a character in my head, I have to get it down on paper. I'm going to keep taking the steps necessary publish my work, and make it all come to life.

I really want to expand to other writers, and get their opinions on my work. I want to discuss the finer points of composing stories from short submissions to epic novels. I'm not just a fantasy fan, but I love Science Fiction as well. My first novel, will be a combination of the two.

When I get more pages, and chapters out, I hope I can gather volunteer critics and readers. I really want to bring my ideas to life, and I want to help others do that as well. If any author wants a volunteer to read their work, I will be more than happy to lend my time. I love to read, and discuss stories.

Sounds a lot like my own life Welcome to Mythic Scribes!
If you haven't written anything at novel length yet, be prepared for one hell of a ride. I remember one point where everything just exploded inside my head, and took the story to a new level.

A few good advices which has helped me:
1) Write every day. (I try to compose 500 words/day)
2) Show not tell (All us newbies struggle with thas one ^^)
3) Have fun

Cheers

ps. Coffee helps.

 

[TWErvin2]

JHooligan,

Glad you found us. This is a good place for support and sharing ideas and information.

Terry/TWErvin2