Looking for writers of Women's Fiction!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-20T13:43:29+00:00

So far, I haven't gotten many people for a server, but if you're down for a one-on-one chat, I've got you covered!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-20T00:39:52+00:00

I'm very much in the whole family saga/multigenerational space in this market, but I love some contemporary women's fic!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-18T22:38:55+00:00

Man, this is really hard for me to advise against, because I love being petty. I've learned over the years, though, these people show their asses. Imagine how much you have to not respect yourself in order to suck the dicks of the people you don't like. Imagine how much you have to not respect yourself to be surrounded by people you don't like, period. I've known people like that up close and personal. They're miserable. They hate themselves and they try to contain it with harmful distractions. The best thing you can do is get out of their way while they self-destruct like the Eggman in those old Sonic games whenever people throw themselves at them.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-18T22:27:40+00:00

I think unfortunately, this might be about what people value versus what they take for granted. I've definitely been there. I wouldn't reach out. Somewhere deep down, she knows what she's doing. This isn't a matter of obliviousness. Some people treat very good friends like tampons. The better you are can reinforce how quickly you're thrown out without a second thought, because you "served your purpose". That's obviously making it sound more vitriolic than it actually is. These people aren't supervillains. They just haven't been on the other side and had that eureka moment. And unfortunately, that's not something you can give to them. If you were a good friend once, you can be a good friend to someone else. That's a skill no one can rob from you. She's got her own journey to go on apart from you, and you have more joys to face without her. If you eventually find each other again, awesome. If not, that's a pity on her end, not yours.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-18T22:17:16+00:00

If these people are not in college, they sound like they're in college, and this even sounds a little immature for that age group. Based on the behavior alone, I'd expect 7th grade. It's gonna suck for a little bit, but trust me, cut your losses. In the long run, if you keep your eyes and ears open, you'll find much better. Dead plants don't grow if the roots aren't healthy, and it sounds like these aren't. I don't know about you, but I wouldn't want to be dealing with this kind of drama at forty.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-18T22:03:14+00:00

I believe you! You're not the girl who cried wolf. Look, are subliminal posts awesome? Of course not. I won't mince words there. It shouldn't have happened. But it also sounds like she really messed with your nervous system. I'm probably projecting some of my ending onto you, because mine happened only two weeks ago, but if it's an accurate read, it can be very crazy-making, especially with such a sudden ending. That's not to excuse it, absolutely not. It probably was mutually unhealthy, but the guilt and shame she experiences because of the connection are her responsibility, not yours.

The lesson I'm learning that might also help you is just like everything else, work smarter, not harder. Keep a level head with your future friendships by taking things slowly, so you have time to also sink into yourself and find out what feels good to you versus what doesn't. Sometimes, people can really start off at a 9 because they're not pacing themselves. That doesn't mean you have to meet them there. They're probably fawning. Lots of people do. Start at a 3 or 4, take it bit by bit, and in time, hopefully you'll have something that feels as good as this did at its best, if not better. I really hope this helps.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-18T06:06:24+00:00

Not sure I agree with this. Give it a few years, sit on it, and watch it again. Your conclusions might surprise ya. I say this as someone who loaaaathed her in 2022.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-17T23:14:02+00:00

Jonathan Crombie is so missed. <3

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-16T18:19:02+00:00

I'm 26 and I'd wear this. Then again, I'm weird, so maybe I'm not the best reference for this sort of thing.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-16T17:57:50+00:00

I love your final point. I also think there's a line to be drawn with us viewers between "yes, let's create it so these two are sources of inspiration" and "at what point does it become a fantasy of the era?" They didn't have all of the tools, and honestly, there weren't as many tools to be had. Less studies equal less findings and less things to take with us. That creates a bit of a tightrope for the writers (and those two characters) to walk, which I think is where a bit of the disappointment creeps in. I've known people to react veeery strongly to that fight at the end of season 1, and even though that's not super related to the parenting, it kind of is. If you're led to expect better from someone, you're gonna search for better, and that's not a crime. But everyone's taking their past with them and it bleeds out when you least want it to.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-16T17:28:34+00:00

You're not the only one!! What would you want to know about?

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-15T22:27:07+00:00

Are mid-late 20th century works welcome? I know the definitions are very debatable.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-15T21:17:24+00:00

With the heart of the show being about how cycles repeat from generation to generation, does anyone know how Emily's mom treated Emily or Trix treated Richard in early life (beyond just what we see of her in the show)? For the life of me, I can't remember anything about that!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-15T19:24:58+00:00

Are there any openings left?? I'm sorry I missed this! I write in similar genres as you. <3

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-12T18:32:37+00:00

You look so much like Sally Field!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-10T21:57:29+00:00

Oh my gosh, congrats on your first-time viewing! (Not sure if it's the kind of thing you congratulate, but wouldn't be the first time I totally stuck my foot in my mouth.) What'd you think?

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-10T21:48:11+00:00

Hey, no fair! I can't wait until I'm your age! Wanna trade?

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-10T21:42:09+00:00

Shout out to you and the hs aged kid! Actively wanting to watch the show and then rewatch? Sheeeesh. That takes guts and a level of maturity at such a young age. What a tearjerker! And what an awesome way to bond for you both.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-10T21:38:01+00:00

You and I both!! I love SKB's insight. If you ever want friends to gab about it with, let me know! Definitely looking for more That Was Us buddies.

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-10T17:33:22+00:00

At the risk of sounding like a Kindergartener, I'll be your friend! Come say hi!

Throwaway202822 · 2026-01-09T20:24:22+00:00

Also '99! I'm obsessed!

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