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Re: Chapter 2, plus 2 MOCs, too
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Date: 
Mon, 7 Apr 2003 20:15:13 GMT
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  Hi,

> You were right when you said you would be very honest, but I appreciate every
> word.

    I forgot a few positive mentions, which make my comments a little harsh
in hindsight. (When I put up my story and you say something negative and I
complain feel free to link to this post : ) )

> I regret to hear that my plot thus far and my writing have disappointed
> you.
     First off I forgot to mention... Aside from LOTR and your and Matt's
books (if his are considered fantasy) I don't read fantasy. That leaves you
and Matt a pretty hard act to follow. So keep in mind when I point stuff out
I'm comparing with the best (LOTR) and not some crummy paperback.

> I will certainly try harder in the future to keep my level of writing
> higher.

   I also forgot to mention that aside from the last 5 chapters and the
first 2 of this new book you were steadily improving. Also my view on you
first two chapters is bias because I (not everyone) prefer stories to start
with an undeveloped character who then gains friends...

> As for the plot I can only hope that you will enjoy what I have in
> store, as you say I have a talent for plot twists.  Like I said in a previous
> post, however, this story will be less dependant, overall, on magic to solve
> situations, hopefully that will be more to your liking.  Please don't think
> that I've changed the story just to appease my audience, the story has not
> changed since I wrote it.

     I am sure I will enjoy it!

> I agree with you about the rushed feeling the last
> five chapters have, but I kind of wrote myself in a corner on that one.  I >was
> forced to finish the plot elements in the chapter markers I gave myself.
> If/When I get around to finally finishing turning the Chronicles into a book
> form I'll be sure to slow it down.


     I'll get a copy...

> I had never thought of myself working in a new area of writing before.  A >style
> of adult picture books, huh?  That's a pretty cool thought.


  I rank all the stories layed out like yours on Lugnet as a new concept
(building, within pictures, replacing description...)

> And thank you for your compliments to me and my story.  It does my heart good
> to know that there are those who like my story just as much as those who >don't
> I also want to thank you for your honesty.  Things like this really help me
> become a better writer and entertainer.

       Well It shows a lot of class that you can take a comment like mine in
your stride (in my -17 hour jet lag I was in no condition to softly phrase...)

     But to prove how much I enjoyed your story I will restate here my
encore requests:

       -I would love a whole book or at least a couple illustrated pages of
the beginning of your world (based on the intro to your first book)

       -I also think the jackels deserve a book (or short story).


           God Bless,

             And thanks for taking my rant so well!

                           Nathan



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(...) Ah, yes...and I'm still drafting that act. Actually, right now I have a whole notebook filled with pictures, theories and potential plot twists just ready to break out. However, I have a very clear idea of where I want to branch off. For (...) (23 years ago, 8-Apr-03, to lugnet.castle)

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(...) I'm not much of a reader (go figure), so I've never read that quote of his before. Thank you for sharing it. I can always seem to count on the support of my lugnet friends whenever I am in need. (...) You were right when you said you would be (...) (23 years ago, 6-Apr-03, to lugnet.castle)

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