You have very good points, Gacela. I think the best thing would be for the author to note what he/she thinks about his/her own story. Maybe something like:
Contains graphic violence, rape, profanity and obscenity. Might be too mature for some readers. Then, they have been warned.
Welcome, Shearluck. I felt the same way. Most folks here go out of their way for constructive criticism. I have been blessed to be a part. Now, I have 2 books in print and # 3 is coming out 2/13/15. You are among friends. Even if they tell you to do something a different way, it's only feedback & all comments are worth reading.
There is a section in my local library listed as Adult Fiction. I think parents should be ultimately responsible for books their kids read and I'm not set on a rating system, just a way to note adult content. Actually, many libraries and bookstores do monitor this, just like they do music now.
In 7th grade, my son wrote a short story and included the "F" word. They were going to suspend him. At the time he was reading Jurassic Park. This momma walked into the principal's office with book in hand and threw a fit about suspending my kid. I pointed out the double standard. He had checked the book out of the school library and it has the "F" word on almost every page. I pointed this out and asked how they could let him read it but penalize him for writing it. BTW, without the word, it would have been an A???? Really? Suspension thrown in the trash. He also wrote a serialized short story for the school paper--9 parts, 9 issues. He used the word straddled for a person putting one leg on one side of the stick shift and the other leg on the other side so she could be close to her b/f. They made him take the correctly used word out and write "sat across."
So, Sol, just a way for us to note content is enough. That way we are not responsible for a misguided teen.
Hey, Rebecca, there are only 3 chapters.
Thanks, Linda. If you'll hit # 3, I'll be in heaven.
The old site did have a rating system. I think Dirk has a good idea. I just noted on CreateSpace and Amazon that Broken contains what I consider adult content. I think rape and child molestation are topics too mature for some kids. Of course, Sol did note that a person has to be 13 to join the site. Some 13-year-olds can handle my material, but not all. If it were rated, it would be a hard R. Of course, parents must be held responsible for their children's participation in the site, but some place to note adult content like the old site would be good.
Amen, Dirk. And, it would be nice if a piece saved to my reading list would pull up at the last chapter read rather than at chapter 1.
Hey, gang, I've posted 3 chapters of Wilted Magnolias. I'd appreciate a few hits so can get a feel for what y'all think. It's the one I'm submitting for SS 2015.
I agree 100%, Allen. I posted one chapter here w/o realizing it would cost double points. I say post here w/o points but just to let everyone know it's posted. Read/review through Premium. Let me go mark your story. I confess I have so many that I'm trying to give some time to, I haven't gotten to yours.
No, njc, it's confirmation! LOL! As a counselor, I've always encouraged journaling. Even as a teacher, we did journaling. Nice to know I've been on track. (Rolling eyes.)
With Don & Amy. Shouldn't have to worry about the trial period if we are Premium Founding Members. Should be able to go in that day and put in the new info. I don't have to worry until June, but I kind of like things more settled. If, as Founding Members, we wish not to renew, that should be done on that day. Don't renew. Just walk into the sunset.
I have sent Broken to proof. Taking a deep breath and having a glass of wine.
Break the mold and don't write formula. It gets old fast. But do create strong protagonists & antagonists right off.
Love that idea, jp. The old forums group will let you announce signings, releases, etc.
Wilma, njc,
Do these problems occur only with Google Chrome usage or with other browsers as well? I had this happening with Chrome, only. I uninstalled and re-installed Chrome and now it doesn't happen. Also, download malwarebytes and run it. You can get if free for a trial of two weeks, but I went ahead and bought the year's subscription, which can be placed on 3 devices, only $29.95 & worth every cent.
Vern, I pointed out another comment box. I think what folks are talking about might be, if you click on one sentence to comment and get the whole paragraph highlighted, you can't click on, say the last sentence of the paragraph separately. Like you, I just use the next comment box.
Janet Reid, very good point about having the windows open for editing with the inline reviews. The back and forth is a pain. That is why I think the inline review pane should be on the side, like tracking changes in Word, so that they can be viewed and/or printed with ease.
Sol, I joined almost 5 years ago for the give and take, feedback. I was absolutely terrified nobody would like my work. Most have and have offered great feedback. A few were harsh, cruel, but I grew a thick skin and learned that not all people understand the meaning of constructive criticism. B/c of the terrific give and take on this site, I have encouraged a number of other writers to join. My main reason for joining was to find out if my work was worth the effort, but I joined knowing full well, that I had to give in order to get. That whole premise is what makes TNBW almost a family.
Um, authors of NO group receive points for being reviewed. Points are only given for reviewing pieces NOT posted for free. Authors are charged points to post in Premium or other groups that take points to post. I think Dirk has a great suggestion. Maybe something like First Three reviews can have access to inline, but after no more. Then, new authors will see what they're missing.
Janet, Dirk,
Y'all read the first chapter of Wilted Magnolias and let me know if the italics for the dream sequences bothers you.
Most folks seem to think italics for thought is fine. What are other times to use it? For instance, I have a story with lots of flashbacks, dreams, and memories. I need a way to distinguish them in text. Would this be a place to use italics? Thoughts/comment?
Thanks, Pamela. Thanks, dragon.
Tom, it's in the blue box at the top:
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A simple fix is not to have the inline review button at all on free stuff.
