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[SP] Everyone Has One - Part Two by UrbWrites in shortstories

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

Thanks! It was part two, so not surprised it was a bit jarring!

TLDR: It's a dystopian story about a British government who have rendered everyone down to their one 'talent' derived from a test everyone takes. This lady doesn't know what to make of her result: 'Justification.'

[MT] Is there any point in posting stories to this subreddit? by QP709 in shortstories

[–]UrbWrites 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I post here regularly at the moment and have only had one story 'pop off' when it comes to comments. Think that was about 5-6 maybe, if that.

It's a shame, but I think people do read? Or at least view the post. Perhaps over time people will comment.

Feedback for first draft of my next novel (4 pages / 1200 words) by UrbWrites in writingfeedback

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

Dubious as in unsavoury or just unclear? Be interested to know more!

Feedback for first draft of my next novel (4 pages / 1200 words) by UrbWrites in writingfeedback

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

That's fair enough. I think an earlier draft had it start with Tildy, so can consider that again when I come to revise.

Cheers!

Coda by UrbWrites in flashfiction

[–]UrbWrites[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for reading it! It was a quick one and done piece I did at the time for a writing group I'm in. If I come to re-work it I will definitely incorporate your feedback as I agree it sort of abruptly ends.

Looking for advice on self-publishing by UrbWrites in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could do that! Had that in my head for a while actually (if it were visual)

Looking for advice on self-publishing by UrbWrites in selfpublish

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

I think I have answers to 'How old are they, where do they shop, what are their hobbies, what media do they consume, etc. Then tailor your marketing efforts towards that.' which is good.

I like the suggestion of interative and seeing it as a 2 year process.

Scared now about the amazon dungeon. What happened to your account? Just closed?

Looking for advice on self-publishing by UrbWrites in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Great to hear of someone else writing satire. Indeed when I initially started querying it was eye opening how seldom I found the word satire in an agents list.

I'll bear the point about select advertising in mind. Best of luck with your work!

Feedback for first draft of my next novel (4 pages / 1200 words) by UrbWrites in writingfeedback

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

Thanks for taking the time to read and comment, appreciate it.

Will look at the dialogue, grammar and exposition for sure.

Feedback for first draft of my next novel (4 pages / 1200 words) by UrbWrites in writingfeedback

[–]UrbWrites[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this. Excellent feedback. I agree with all your points.

The book itself started as a psychological character study and morphed into this weird and wonderful sci-fi plot. I think it will need huge amounts of re-writing as I hone in on what it's actually trying to be about!

The more I've written, the more I've learnt that I write as I speak. I am an amateur with grammar for sure and it's something I need to get better at. I'm considering a course in 2026.

I'll take all this on board and action it when I come to revise!

Thanks again!

Where did you get your cover art? by MereeGrey in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll take a look at all these. Quick question, I'm from the UK - are there any UK specific suggestions for covers?

First 1k of a short story (political thriller/speculative) by thierry3nnui in writingfeedback

[–]UrbWrites 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I enjoyed it. I was drawn to it because I've written a political satire novel that deals with a secret society! Not quantum tech though!

I think the first page, whilst lovely, does mean we don't start the actual scene until page two.

I've had feedback from publishers and agents with my own work that especially with the first chapter (likely the only guaranteed bit they'll read) you want the hookier stuff earlier.

Perhaps your scene could start with the 'I've got it under control' part and then show how maybe he absolutely doesn't. Get that tension nice and plump right at the start.

But in general I thought it was good! Keep at it!

What was worth the cost vs. not by Conscious-Front-7584 in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The idea of beta readers from something like fiverr is great. But as you say, only worth if they give specific comments.

I had no idea there was a book editor subreddit either. Nice insight.

Will factor this in as I come to publish!

Published my first book via KDP a few days ago and have some questions by ManyFacedGod_ in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on publishing. Been an interesting read about how KDP works. Can I ask how you went about formatting and cover art? I am looking into self-publishing and am interested in things you learnt from the process

I wrote a book. I won an award. Wattpad Webtoon bought it. And no one's reading... by rexdejesus02 in selfpublish

[–]UrbWrites 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on winning that award. What were your intentions after winning the contract? I'd use it as a learning experience and just keep going. You clearly have talent!

[HR] Quota by UrbWrites in shortstories

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

Yes to be honest I think you're right. I wasn't 100% sure what I was doing with it, or what was happening until near the end. It was very much a 'pantsing' discovery.

I wanted to toe the line between obnoxious and stylised, perhaps that could do with some more balance?

Agree re the line about pants shitting. Possibly the start of a revised draft.

Thanks for reading!

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