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Zealously
Profile Blog Joined October 2011
East Gorteau22261 Posts
February 10 2014 21:25 GMT
#41
On February 11 2014 02:53 boxerfred wrote:
I am volunteering out of different reasons . First thing is, I am always interested in that kind of literature (guess it's time to out myself as a LARPing guy?). Second, I have studied some semestres of history, therefore my interest in medieval-ish things is even greater (why am I even watching Starcraft?). Third thing is, I really love reading your write-ups and comments (although you warned me for a balance whine ). So, if you want to give me a shot, don't hesitate to PM me.

I am also writing some stuff myself (though I wouldn't dare to give it to anyone else since I'm kinda ashamed of the quality), though it is in german only.

Last, but not least, a helpful tip: there is a tool called the "Scrivener" which is used by movie script authors, authors in general etc. and is really great and helpful for writing in general. I don't know how you're rocking, but I got a Windows PC and a Macbook, so it sucks for me since one license is only valid for one OS (I discovered that the hard way ), but it may be useful!


I love you for linking that. Immensely helpful, thank you!

On February 11 2014 06:18 Piy wrote:
Sure I'll read it. I've written a lot of prose and published some so I'd maybe be able to be of some help. Is it in quite a finished state or are you still quite rough?

Are you looking to prep it for publication or just get feedback on the story and style?

Either way, if you want I'm happy to read it.

P.S Won't steal, not a douche.


It's kind of 50/50. I'm a little disorganised in my writing, so some chapters have been revised three times and are in what I would consider mostly finished states, while others are very rough (AKA unfinished) and full of question marks.

As for whether or not I'd like to prep for publication; I don't know. I would like to. I love the setting and I like the core plot, so I'll definitely keep building on it in another story if I decide against it. Right now though, I still need to get to the end of it and I'd like some feedback on a bit of everything before that point.
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padiseal2
Profile Joined August 2012
Austria721 Posts
February 10 2014 22:58 GMT
#42
I'm browsing TL drunk atm, but I would totally give it a go
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Whitewing
Profile Joined October 2010
United States7483 Posts
Last Edited: 2014-02-11 00:15:32
February 10 2014 23:03 GMT
#43
I'm interested.

Lifelong fantasy/sci-fi reader who prefers character driven stories here.

EDIT: lot of writing experience and excellent grades in writing in college and english classes, so I've got skills.
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Olli
Profile Blog Joined February 2012
Austria24422 Posts
Last Edited: 2014-02-10 23:13:33
February 10 2014 23:12 GMT
#44
༼ つ ◕_◕༽つ GIVE PLS ༼ つ ◕_◕༽つ

No seriously, I've been doing similar stuff. I actually finished writing an entire book (300 pages in word) of a series I've got all planned out in my head. Fantasy as well. And I've been giving feedback to an american writer/friend of mine who's working with a professional editor and all (and said my suggestions/feedback have been really helpful). So yeah, definitely up for it!
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Destructicon
Profile Blog Joined September 2011
4713 Posts
Last Edited: 2014-02-10 23:35:58
February 10 2014 23:35 GMT
#45
I guess I should explain my background and experience.

First real literature I got into was due to school, romanian novels mostly, those are usually character driven but focus a lot on internal strife, problems of existentialism, guilt, deception and are usually set in a real world setting. I later got into high fantasy and sci-fi. The Lord of the Rings trilogy was my first foray into fantasy, thanks in part because I had it gifted to me, I followed up with a lot of Issac Asimov books at the advice of a friend, I fell in love with his Foundation series.

I don't read as much any more, as its hard to come by books not translated, I prefer to read something in its home language, as a lot of the expressiveness can be lost in translation. I am sort of restricted by time as well, but I could spare some every now and again for a good book or series.

Edit: DLO, that sounds awesome, I'd love to also be able to read your work some day.
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StarVe
Profile Joined June 2011
Germany13591 Posts
Last Edited: 2014-02-11 00:48:12
February 11 2014 00:44 GMT
#46
Eh, I really like reading your articles so I might as well read your story if you let me. ;p

I used to read a lot, literally tons of books (ok maybe not literally) and although I haven't read as much lately I'd be happy to give it a go.

Come to think of it, I've probably still read about 70 books in the last two years.

I did read some of the standard fantasy stuff like Lord of the Rings or Game of Thrones if that's a necessary qualification.

Also, I was never warned or banned for balance whine. Just saying.
lichter
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
1001 YEARS KESPAJAIL22272 Posts
February 11 2014 04:38 GMT
#47
I bet Olli's novel is about Protoss and how they aren't imba
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Xardean
Profile Joined May 2010
United States104 Posts
February 11 2014 05:58 GMT
#48
Holy sweet lordy lord you read SE and you are writing high fantasy? I would love to read what you have written!
tili
Profile Joined July 2012
United States1332 Posts
February 11 2014 06:26 GMT
#49
On February 11 2014 13:38 lichter wrote:
I bet Olli's novel is about Protoss and how they aren't imba


You would need 300 pages for that.
boxerfred
Profile Blog Joined December 2012
Germany8360 Posts
February 11 2014 09:14 GMT
#50
Also, I'm participating in LRSL EU, so I am the most trustworthy guy of all. Won't waste it!
YourGoodFriend
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States2197 Posts
February 11 2014 14:53 GMT
#51
I would love to help you by reading it and giving feedback. I read a lot of fantasy and love to read!
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HystericaLaughter
Profile Joined September 2011
Australia720 Posts
February 11 2014 15:01 GMT
#52
I'd love to read your story, PM me or send it to me however you plan to. I have absolutely zero qualifications other than being a huge fantasy/sci-fi fan, which I think is the kind of person you need.

Volunteering because I like the stuff you've written on TL so far.
My wife for hire! - Zealot
Olli
Profile Blog Joined February 2012
Austria24422 Posts
February 11 2014 15:47 GMT
#53
On February 11 2014 13:38 lichter wrote:
I bet Olli's novel is about Protoss and how they aren't imba


Brb, planning new story
Administrator"Declaring anything a disaster because aLive popped up out of nowhere is just downright silly."
Melter
Profile Blog Joined April 2011
Bulgaria67 Posts
February 11 2014 17:39 GMT
#54
i'd love to read it
deth
Profile Blog Joined August 2009
Australia1757 Posts
Last Edited: 2014-02-12 00:44:51
February 12 2014 00:43 GMT
#55
If you haven't finished a first draft (ie. telling yourself what the story actually is, and where the characters lead the plot), I strongly believe you have no business showing it to anyone. Lots of conflicting feedback is going to muddle your writing in the creation phase and potentially detract from your creative vision.

Stephen King made a great point in his book On Writing, where he says you should write the first draft with your door firmly closed, then re-write the second draft with the door open.
Koshi
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
Belgium38799 Posts
February 12 2014 08:52 GMT
#56
Pick me last if you still need people.
I had a good night of sleep.
PhoenixVoid
Profile Blog Joined December 2011
Canada32743 Posts
February 12 2014 17:56 GMT
#57
I'd be willing to read the story, I love fantasy.
I'm afraid of demented knife-wielding escaped lunatic libertarian zombie mutants
Promethelax
Profile Joined February 2012
Canada7089 Posts
February 12 2014 20:52 GMT
#58
I have a bit of free time coming up, if you are still looking for a reader I could probably do something though my time right now is pretty limited I would provide what feedback I could.
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docvoc
Profile Blog Joined July 2011
United States5491 Posts
February 14 2014 02:27 GMT
#59
I want to, the only issue is I don't know if I have time to actually give you legit feedback since I'm trying to formulate my own writing right now. Though I would love to read it .
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frosecold
Profile Joined January 2011
Venezuela76 Posts
February 14 2014 13:15 GMT
#60
I find the plot a little bit alike to Isaac Asimov's Fundation, I've wanted to write some stuff on the past but im just bad... Good luck with that
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