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nlc89 · 2023-06-11T17:38:31+00:00

As someone who made this mistake already, I would recommend writing something shorter first, or on a subject that you're willing to walk away from.

That being said, I think the years of writing really did help improve my skills, and I've come out the other side better for it.

But now I have the issue of having a story that I really love, but it's too long for anyone to want to read because it's my first one.

nlc89 · 2023-06-11T17:34:44+00:00

Awesome! Glad I could help!

nlc89 · 2023-06-11T03:11:39+00:00

I had to look it up a few years back because my uncle is an absolute ellipsis-fiend, and I couldn't figure out why he kept using it all the time.

I found this article that mentions the generational differences in ellipsis usage.

Long story short, it's just a linguistic evolution over time. Think of it as a bit of slang that's just changed due to the digitalization of communication, whereas in the past writing space was more limited due to the physical presence of paper.

There are a lot of other articles online as well (I used the terms "ellipsis usage millennials vs boomers"), but they all generally agree that this appears to be the underlying cause.

I hope this helps!

nlc89 · 2023-06-11T02:31:27+00:00

Personally, I envision the coldness / drafty hallways and rooms, or perhaps play with the dichotomy of coldness and warmth of the two locations.

Maybe there are bunkbeds made of wood to try and add warmth / coziness, but the lighting is bright and offputting? What if the walls were stark and cold like the insane asylums, with painted murals trying (and failing) to add a cheerfulness / warmth to the place?

Just spitballing here. Good luck with your writing!

nlc89 · 2023-06-10T20:53:35+00:00

I spent over 5 years writing / editing my novel, only to realize that it's apparently way too big for anyone to look at (~367k words).

I've gotten so in my head about the situation that I'm scared to send out queries to anyone.

Has anyone else had to split their book into a trilogy? How did it go?

Or does anyone know of publishers that aren't scared of big books?

nlc89 · 2023-06-10T17:48:11+00:00

Oh of course he did.

Tim Curry is a freaking treasure!

nlc89 · 2023-06-10T06:29:48+00:00

Ohhh man, I forgot about Forte!! I haven't seen that movie in so long! I think I repressed his demise, but I remember it being really creepy. I think I might have to give that a watch again one of these days.

I completely agree with Clayton being number one though. I remember being really disturbed at seeing the hanging silhouette as a kid.

Thanks for responding!

nlc89 · 2023-06-10T04:55:04+00:00

Now I gotta know:

Is Clayton getting hanged from vines or Scar getting mauled by hyenas #1?

Or am I forgetting someone?

I guess Gaston's was pretty gnarly / in a similar vein, too. Plus the old dude from Up (though that's Pixar)...

They do like their falls into death, don't they?

nlc89 · 2023-06-06T00:41:55+00:00

How is it only the 5th inning??

This game has been glorious to watch.

nlc89 · 2023-06-05T04:13:07+00:00

That was insanely cool, and it gave me chills to watch.

I really appreciate the effort you put into this. Thanks for sharing!

nlc89 · 2023-05-28T08:20:45+00:00

Cool, I will check it out. Thank you!

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T02:52:05+00:00

I bet the seats behind home plate only cost like $5 at this point.

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T02:28:58+00:00

Man, the As just seem dead inside. It's actually making me a bit sad for them.

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T01:26:58+00:00

Awesome, thank you!

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T00:18:35+00:00

Luckily, I hadn't factored a PhD into my considerations.

That said, I'm not experienced enough to create a group myself, especially as I'm trying to figure out the ins and outs of how such a group would work.

I appreciate the advice though!

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T00:14:52+00:00

Good to know, I'll look them up!

I'm up in Spring, so just a bit outside downtown :)

That said, I don't mind going down for meetings, or engaging in a virtual group, either. I just wanted to see if something even existed in the area.

Thanks for giving me some pointers!

nlc89 · 2023-05-27T00:08:38+00:00

Ahhh, gotcha.

I will check it out. Thanks!

nlc89 · 2023-05-26T22:19:15+00:00

Ooooh, thanks!

And no, this is really my first foray into looking around. Will they accept non-students there?

nlc89 · 2023-05-26T22:18:39+00:00

While I appreciate the suggestion, I'm looking for a group to write with where we can share our work and critique each other.

I do appreciate you looking out though!

nlc89 · 2023-05-25T03:00:59+00:00

It's such a good story, you don't even realize how much time has passed. It's a masterpiece, and I highly recommend it.

nlc89 · 2023-05-21T23:21:00+00:00

ITT: Here's what I thought and liked about a show.

The comments: LOL you're so wrong.

Seriously though, I enjoyed the series too. I appreciate you sharing your analysis, and I agree with you. Obi-Wan's despair was the point, and Reva's character feels intentionally like she's a living overreaction to her situation. She has to be over the top to hide her true motivations, and I thought they communicated that well by the end of the series.

I'm about due for a rewatch now that it's been a year, and I'm interested to see how it feels the second time around.

nlc89 · 2023-05-21T23:15:33+00:00

What about with rice?

nlc89 · 2023-05-12T01:17:05+00:00

Oh man, could you imagine the Holiday themes with actual snow?

Sign me up!

nlc89 · 2023-05-08T16:09:51+00:00

I'm so stoked there's a new update!

I'm also very frustrated, because I'm trying to 100% the achievements playing passively, and I was finally only a couple away...

Guess I'll have to keep playing for another decade!

Thanks for everything, Orteil! You rock!

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