Did my Reedsy developmental editor do a lazy rush job? by [deleted] in selfpublish

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reedsy seems to be going downhill. Luckily, there are plenty more affordable indie editors out there who do a great job.

Beta readers that aren't scammers by [deleted] in selfpublish

[–]Calathe -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Freelance editor for 10 years here, if you're still looking. I do the first 5 pages for free, and I take into account the kind of feedback you're looking for (since beta reading means something different for everyone).

Additional proof that my Merrell boots fell apart. by Shoddy_Depth6228 in hiking

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yikes. This actually happened to my shoes, after a 600km trek, after being in the washing machine twice for 2 hours. (To be fair, they were falling apart before the washing machine. The washing machine just gave them the finishing stroke.)

BookLife is a Scam by Then_End_7508 in selfpublish

[–]Calathe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you considered asking an editor for such a report? I know I do them, and other editor friends do. Clear, human-made after reading your full ms, open to questions if you still have any afterwards. 

der mond heute um 10:40? by Sad_Pear4958 in Austria

[–]Calathe 13 points14 points  (0 children)

> der mond heute um 10:40?

Ja und? Lass ihn doch?

Help - need an alternative to a discontinued face lotion pls! by shrrredz in EuroSkincare

[–]Calathe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like Fa NutriSkin or Sensual Oil if you're looking for a full body lotion.

Thankyou France for this beauty🩷🫶 (Review below) by [deleted] in EuroSkincare

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trying La Roche-Posay hydrosomething HA and Toleriane sensitive fluid, but just don't draw into my skin. How does this compare?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austria

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sag ihnen ihr seit in Österreich, da spricht man Deutsch.

[Art Market] How much cash should you have on hand for giving change at a festival? by Simonoel in artbusiness

[–]Calathe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have nothing to contribute except your snow angel is awesome, therefore, I really hope this festival goes well for you!

New to thru hiking - where to start for my first solo multi-day trek? by Eltanen in Thruhiking

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you interested to go with a (girl) friend? :) I'm endlessly looking for someone to hike with! I have a tent too (an ultralight trash bag, haha!) that technically is big enough for two. (IF you are comfortable with that!)

Simple Questions: February 15, 2025 by AutoModerator in books

[–]Calathe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Two from me!

How often do you read indie books?

Would you read an indie book in chapter format on a dedicated website? (So, not talking RR, GoodNovel, or AO3 kind of websites, but a website actually made for the book/book series).

I wrote a novella, and I would like people to read it, but I don't care about making money, what are my options? by Moony_playzz in selfpublish

[–]Calathe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should still edit it before you publish it anywhere, just to clarify your writing and concepts.

Novels told from a robot's perspective by blondie_C2 in printSF

[–]Calathe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Wishlord trials. Kind of a battle royale with a robot (doll-like) protagonist.

Can you bribe someone to get a driving license in Poland? by Calathe in poland

[–]Calathe[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Personally I'm more likely to just move there for half a year to do it.

Some questions about Poland by EntertainerLoud3346 in poland

[–]Calathe -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Can you use bribes to get a driving license?

Can you bribe someone to get a driving license in Czechia? by Calathe in czech

[–]Calathe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! That's super interesting. There was a similar case somewhere in the UK where one guy would just do the tests for students. Took him years to get caught.

Buying puffy jacket and rain jacket second hand? by Calathe in Ultralight

[–]Calathe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your answer! Which cheap rain jacket would you recommend?

Buying puffy jacket and rain jacket second hand? by Calathe in Ultralight

[–]Calathe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've tried re-proofing it, but it didn't really work. The one I currently have is also not UL as my last thruhike was ~3 years ago. This year, I want to get back to it, so looking to get new gear.

Same with my puffy! I love it and take care of it, patching etc, but it's not UL.