ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2007-02-19 15:36:49 +0000 UTC]

ditto to you !

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ladyjazz In reply to Ranna [2007-01-08 13:54:37 +0000 UTC]

hey back -- it's good to hear from you

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Ranna In reply to ladyjazz [2007-01-09 05:38:33 +0000 UTC]

^_^ Yep. I've been bumming around DA (probably too much), and realized I hadn't seen you (or anyone else) around much. Pretty sad that I rely on this as a means of communication Ah well, I hope you're having a good beginning of the year!

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ladyjazz In reply to Ranna [2007-01-18 21:33:26 +0000 UTC]

yeah, I'm afraid life has been too crazy for me to hang out at DA, but I'm getting there. I've finally started writing again and am working on Sonata almost every day, so the only thing I could really do right now on DA is post journal entries about that, which is pretty lame :/ What have you been up to??? We should catch up -- I miss having a writer friend

Anyway, hope all is well for you!

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Ranna In reply to ladyjazz [2007-01-21 03:33:08 +0000 UTC]

Nah, it's OK. I hang out on DA way too much That's exciting that you've starting writing again! How goes the sequel? Are you feeling pretty good about, and have their been any takers on Miko?

I haven't been doing all that much, just getting set for the new semester. I'm working on a different writing project, the first draft of which I hope to finish this month (HAHA). After it sits awhile and I give it it's first revision, would you mind if I sent it to you to edit, too? (And I'd be more than happy to do the same - I know the last time you sent me your work I didn't give you very helpful comments AT ALL, but hopefully I've learned since then...).

Otherwise, not much. I'd love to chat, though. I haven't had many write-minded people to talk too Anyways, best of luck on Sonata, I can't wait to read it someday!

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ladyjazz In reply to Ranna [2007-01-25 06:21:11 +0000 UTC]

Of COURSE I'd love to read what you're working on! If anything, it'll motivate me to keep working on Sonata. Would you mind if I sent a few chapters sometime? I've lost touch with ~bfp, so I don't really have anyone else who has read Miko and would understand the sequel's storyline. The comments you gave for Miko were helpful, not to mention insightful, so I'd be more than happy to return the favor. I stopped trying to publish Miko a while ago. I know I should try to start up again, but it's hard when I'd rather be writing. Maybe once Sonata really starts to take off I'll have a little more confidence to try and publish.

Anyway, this is getting to be a little long, so I'll leave it at that for now. Note me when you're ready to e-mail me something! I wish you well!

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Ranna In reply to ladyjazz [2007-01-27 23:44:59 +0000 UTC]

O, yay ^_^ I'll try and work hard on it, then. And please, by all means, I'd love to read whatever you're working on. I think I've learned a little more about the writing/editing process (here's hoping, anyway), so I might be able to give some specific help. My e-mail address is still the same as...wait. Maybe it's not. I can't remember the last time you sent me something Well, it's on the front of my page.

Good luck with everything!

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ladyjazz In reply to MinorKey [2006-10-05 05:26:44 +0000 UTC]

wow, it's an honor to hear from you. After two years of working on a musical, I've finally decided to take a step back from it and go back to my actual writing. I finished a book two years ago -- 102,000 words, and since then have left it buried on my computer. Lately I've been thinking about having it undergo some serious editing, which is why it's so good to hear from you. I think I'm finally ready to handle the criticism (I was still a little fragile at 19 years old when I finished it). I've actually started working on a sequel while at the same time trying to find an agent to get the first book published, but so far there have been no takers. You've often referred members or clubs on DA that edit work, so now I'm considering taking that route before working more on trying to get it published. If you know of any editing groups who would be able to take on an entire novel, while at the same time being able to keep the ideas and stories secure and copywrited, I'd appreciate the advice. I really need to know if this project is worth persuing. It's already taken a lot of work.


Anyway, thanks for the line. I've always respected what you have to say.

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MinorKey In reply to ladyjazz [2006-10-11 09:53:09 +0000 UTC]

I'd certainly be careful with a finished work. I'm assuming after leaving it on the shelf for a while you were able to read through it and do some editing for yourself? Leaving something that long is certainly a good means of being able to stand back from it and take a more objective view.

As far as dA is concerned, well putting up a small amount (10%) or so wouldn't harm your chances with a publisher - possibly you might consider putting up the first chapter, depending on whether you feel it gives too many things away that you want to keep secret. I'd think that's unlikely, unless your premise is immediately obvious right from the start, but it's up to you.

If you did put up the first chapter or two, that would get you some feedback on how people receive it - and the first 3 chapters are usually what is read by an interested editor. If they don't sell your work, it won't sell.

Whether or not you choose to put any up (and I'd certainly understand if you didn't), the other option is to approach one or two people you trust (and who you know will be honest about quality, and will provide helpful feedback). Again, what you do if they agree is send them just the first 3 chapters, and ask them for both general feedback and anything specific that would be useful to you.

I'd be happy to look at 3 chapters, and I can always point you in the direction of others, though I can't guarantee they'd have time or inclination. You may also want to get to know Stef (^adrift ) who is our current prose gallery director. I'm sure she'd be interested in your work, and she might have some more ideas...

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2006-08-02 19:31:25 +0000 UTC]

thanks! I got the message, just wasn't around. Hope you're doing well!

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2006-01-07 09:43:26 +0000 UTC]

w00t.

miiiiiiisssssssssssss yooooouuuuu tooooooooooooooooooo

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2006-01-03 00:16:51 +0000 UTC]

oh yes please do!

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2005-08-04 01:43:44 +0000 UTC]

thanks chica!

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2005-03-23 04:32:28 +0000 UTC]

o_O

When did I pass the 1,000 marker???

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PerryAtePaul In reply to ladyjazz [2005-03-31 17:57:01 +0000 UTC]

Yea! You have no sense of space or time!
That's what happens when you're cryogenically frozen in a spaceship for years and years...You wake up on the Planet of the Apes.

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ladyjazz In reply to PerryAtePaul [2005-03-31 20:46:49 +0000 UTC]

tell me about it... what an inconvenience

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ladyjazz In reply to PerryAtePaul [2005-03-21 21:09:33 +0000 UTC]

you... are so strange... Oh and thanks for the quote back -- loved it!

It was supposed to be poetic...I write music, I play music, I live music...

Okay I'm retarded

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ladyjazz In reply to meralis [2004-12-16 20:33:11 +0000 UTC]

Oh believe me, I know. I've been watching the previews since February. What site did you seen them off of? Have you seen the previews for advent children??? SOOOOO awesome! goody goody goody....

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ladyjazz In reply to MinorKey [2004-12-11 05:08:06 +0000 UTC]

so good to hear from you! Looks like you've been a busy boy! Wish I could say the same about myself (well, the busy part...) Hope your holidays go well! The guys and I are decorating our Christmas tree tonight...nothing fancy...beer cans, hangers, you know...

I'll try to catch up on your work over break. Take care!

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