1 Topic by Marilyn Johnson (edited by Marilyn Johnson 2017-07-17 15:10:01)

Topic: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

If you haven't read this short story by our new author, Justin Robben, you have missed a treat.  As I read it trying to determine if I wanted to do an in-line review or a regular one, I found myself so mesmerized by the content that all of my nits, suggestions, and opinions went out the window.  It is an excellent story about a man on Mars trying to communicate with the love of his life on Earth.  I recommend it. 

Happy trails to you,
MJ

P.S.  Even if you don't like or don't read Sci-Fi, this one is extremely light. I personally don't normally read that genre, but this one captured my imagination at the beginning and I couldn't put it down.

As a sidenote, Justin has been able to post this story so that it now pays points!

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

Oh. Oh my.  Thank you. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate these kind words. And your time.
I am sparkling new here and am working towards garnering enough points to post it here. The site is asking for near 30 points and I am about halfway there.
Again, this means the world to me. Feedback of all types are welcome and appreciated.

Write feisty!

J

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

I never read SciFi.  In fact, the closest thing to SciFi I've ever read was Communion and that scared the bejesus out of me.  LOL.  I really loved this J.  It's far out, but not too far out and a cliff hanger and a love story all at the same time.  I kept thinking, "this should be a movie!"

How come it is not eligible for review points? Doesn't really matter at this point… I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Cheers!

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

In another Forum thread, there's a discussion about ways writers could earn more reviewing points. The zero points your posting rewards a reviewer would tend to turn away potential readers of your story, M.J''s and M.D.'s  kind words notwithstanding. You're obviously serious about the craft, and this site can help you hone it - if there's an inducement (points) that makes the valuable time spent by a reviewer worthwhile. Since you are a member of Premium, where most of the good reviewers reside, perhaps it's your settings that should be checked. Make sure that you allow anyone who is a member of ANY of your groups to review and receive points for doing so.

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

jack the knife wrote:

In another Forum thread, there's a discussion about ways writers could earn more reviewing points. The zero points your posting rewards a reviewer would tend to turn away potential readers of your story, M.J''s and M.D.'s  kind words notwithstanding. You're obviously serious about the craft, and this site can help you hone it - if there's an inducement (points) that makes the valuable time spent by a reviewer worthwhile. Since you are a member of Premium, where most of the good reviewers reside, perhaps it's your settings that should be checked. Make sure that you allow anyone who is a member of ANY of your groups to review and receive points for doing so.

You're right, Jack.  I sent Justin a message and explained to him how to relist it in the Premium group so it pays points.  Hopefully he will do that because this story is really good and would be read by more if points are awarded.

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

Cannot thank you all enough for the kind words and suggestions. I will work on gaining enough points to post this, and then some.  I am thinking I've finally found a home for my passion. You've all been welcoming and forthright. Thank you.

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Re: Letters from Mars by Justin Robben

Ok I was able to publish my tale into the premium group here. Thank you all for your time, support and help!

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