I posted an entry for the Lonely Moon Contest and several people were kind enough to post encouraging comments. Several people have been kind enough to do the same to stories posted on here.
I would just like to say to everyone who’s commented on any of my writings how much I appreciate it. It’s one of those things that’s scary to do – what if people hate your writing? – but made much safer by the encouragement of fellow journeymen such as yourselves. Until a couple of weeks ago I didn’t realise such a wonderful community existed.
And to anyone who’s thinking about doing some writing and putting it online I’d say go for it. There’s a whole village of wonderful people out there who are willing to encourage you along and it’s a marvellous feeling to be a part of it.
Well Amin, I think it is pretty much the same for all of us. We inspire one another and it’s great. It’s always fun to read someone else’s work
Amin, I was surprised at how much people were willing to tell me and how committed we all seem to each other almost immediately. The comments are great to receive and fun to give, especially after reading a great new post.
Brandon, Saaleha, it is great, isn’t it? In a world where (oh dear, that sounds like one of those voice-overs for a new film) interaction with others can sometimes be awkward I find it delightful that an international community of strangers can be so mutually supportive.
Truly wonderful.
Yes Amin, I’m with you on this – it’s a great and genuinely supportive community
Amin – Thank you for your beautiful comment about my entry at CofN. I feel very strongly too about writers supporting other writers. I had never shared much until I came upon this “village” of people.
I think insecurity is the telltale mark of a writer. It’s so great to get encouragment. Amen.
Yes, I agree, definitey a great and supportive community. As Saleeha said in one of her story blogs, it’s strange our blogosphere opens up a whole new world of friends.
And I just love all the creativity out there.
There are enough ‘critics’ in the world already, making their crust. We all write differently, we all have something to say and how cool that this is one place where we can be positive and supportive to one another.
I read your entry on C of N Amin, and I loved your entry for Skinty’s very successful competition – slick n’ sleazy. Good words all round!!
Thanks, Minx.
You’re so right: it is absolutely cool that we can – and are – positive and supportive in this online community of souls. I think it’s bloomin’ marvellous, as Eliza Doolittle might have said!
I agree; this is a wonderful way for writers to meet and share their work. And, while I don’t mind healthy criticism that will help me learn to improve, I’m glad we’ve found a group of people who can respect each other’s work without feeling the need to tear each other to pieces.
And, by the way, I hope the lack of posts in the past day or two means you’re having a great time writing or doing something else, and not that you’re having trouble with your fingers. I’ve had a few times I had trouble typing, and it’s no fun at all.