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RE: Notes From an Amateur Writer #8 - The House at the Edge of the World
A constant in a see of variables.
_* A constant in a sea of variables.
Other than that, this is top notch stuff, brother! Way to return to form! Nomad is in very good hands, and these teasers have gotten me hyped about the story coming to life. The desperation, confusion, optimism and hopelessness he's feeling is so effectively conveyed in this tightly written entry. The length was perfect, and I could imagine myself reading chapters of these and feeling quite fulfilled.
I really like how he has this one track mind to achieve his goal. It's effective in riling up feelings of motivation. Great work with this, mate!
There's one that got through by extremely tight editing process! Seriously though how did I miss that? Glad I didn't write "C of variables".
Thanks for keeping me in check because I do take that sort of thing seriously. And the feedback is also highly appreciated. Every bit helps my understanding of what the reader enjoys and is looking for.
C of variables would've been quite puzzling. I might take a few minutes trying to analyze if it means something cryptic! I have a story that does the same thing--make you question whether or not the words used are correct. It's one of those that I submit to publishers. But, if I don't hear back from any, then it's definitely Steem bound haha!
You do the same for me, mate, so of course I'm happy to help out any way I can :D
Yes puzzling, and amateurish. Which would match the title of the series. How's that for an analysis?
Have you already submitted work to publishers? Did I read and understand that correctly? I would love to know more about that, I haven't ventured that far out of my comfort zone yet.
I talked to an editor, who, in turn shopped it around for a bit. I didn't really write cover letters directly, as I'm much too scared to do that for now. Perhaps when I get some mileage and more positive feedback, I would consider taking a trip outside my comfort zone haha
Well I think even just taking the step of talking to an editor is a huge step in the right direction. I applaud you. Just keep going in that direction. I'll do what I can to help from a feedback perspective.