First Thoughts: I discovered "Marathon Writing: A NaNoWriMo Article" in "Short Stories Newsletter (November 5, 2014)" . The first paragraph of this article hooked me with the need to pace yourself. The author moves the narrative forward at a good pace, while keeping the reader's attention by including good advice on reaching or exceeding the 50,000 mark in November.
What I liked: I like the way this article is divided into sections with good advice included in each section.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this thought provoking and educational article. Write on.
First Thoughts: I am reviewing "Darla" as part of the 48-HOUR "Read a Newbie" MISSION. The speaker moves the narrative and plot forward at a good pace, while arousing the reader's curiosity about the climax.
What I liked: I like the use of a letter for this story.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I am reviewing "Asylum" as part of the 48-HOUR "Read a Newbie" MISSION. The first paragraph hooked me with Adelia escaping the youth asylum. The descriptions are part of the action and move the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like the description of the jungle because it uses all the senses.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this exciting story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I am reviewing "Elders of Old" for the 48-HOUR "Read a Newbie" MISSION. The first paragraph hooked me with the questions. The speaker moves the narrative forward at a good pace, while keeping the reader's attention focused.
What I liked: I like this metaphor, A vast illness of awe engulfed the man., because it is fresh and expresses the emotion.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos. I suggest making this the introduction to a longer story or novel
Final Thoughts: I I enjoyed reading this story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I am reviewing "God's Choice" for 48-HOUR "Read a Newbie" MISSION. The title of this Children's story aroused my curiosity. The descriptions are part of the action and move the plot forward at a good pace. The interaction among the characters reveals their personalities and the beauty of the seasons.
What I liked: I like the way the story ended because it emphasizes hope.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this beautiful and spiritual children's story. Write on.
First Thoughts: The first paragraph of "The Edge of Space - chapter 1" hooked me with the female voice. The descriptions are part of the action and move the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like Luna especially since she is a sentient AI unit.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: This chapter does a good job of introducing the main characters and suggesting a plot. Write on.
First Thoughts: I am reviewing "Ouija Board" for "I Write in August-September-October" . The first sentence hooked me with Christina's statement. The descriptions and the interaction among the characters move the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like the reaction of the girls because it was natural.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "A Family Tradition" in "Poetry Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first stanza establishes the rhythm, rhyme scheme, plot, and mood of the poem. The rhythm and rhyme scheme compliment each other, while the rhythm moves the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: The last stanza is my favorite because it climaxes the plot of the poem.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing Christmas poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Oh Chanukah…" in "Poetry Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The poem's rhythm and rhyme scheme compliment each other, while the rhythm moves the emotions of hope and gratitude forward at a good pace.
What I liked: The last stanza is my favorite because it emphasizes hope.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this spiritual poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "A Note To Pray" in "Poetry Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first stanza established the rhythm, rhyme scheme, mood, and theme of the poem. The rhythm and rhyme scheme complimented each other, while the rhythm moved the emotion of gratitude forward at a good pace.
What I liked: The last stanza is my favorite because it suggest hope.
Suggestions For Improvement: A typo in this phrase, history,than, I suggest inserting a space before than.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing holiday poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "The Plymouth People" in "Poetry Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first stanza establishes the theme. rhythm, and mood of the poem. The rhythm and rhyme scheme compliment each other, while the rhythm carries the mood forward at a good pace.
What I liked: This is my favorite line because it suggest hope.
O Plimouth shall last 'ere our meal is done.
Suggestions For Improvement: In this phrase, O Plimouth shall, did you intend to spell Plimout with an i instead of a y.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Hate Me" in "Noticing Newbies Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first sentence hooked me with the teenager stomping to his room. The descriptions are part of the action and move the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like the way this story ends because it emphasizes the teenagers emotions.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this thought provoking story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Propensity" in "Romance/Love Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first stanza establishes the theme, rhyme scheme, and rhythm of the poem. The rhythm and rhyme scheme compliment each other, while the rhythm moves the emotions of curiosity and surprise forward at a good pace.
What I liked: The last stanza is my favorite because it made me smile.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Color Blind" in "Romance/Love Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first paragraph hooked me with the speaker introducing herself. The descriptions are part of the action and move the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like the message of this story.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos. I have no suggestions for improvement.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this intriguing and thought provoking story. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "The Four Noble Truths" in "Spiritual Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The senryu form is a good choice for this poem because it reads like a breath of fresh air and focuses the reader's thought on the images in the poem.
What I liked: I like the point of view because it helps the reader understand the theme.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this poem. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Ripples of Difference" in "Spiritual Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first paragraph hooked me with the child's statement of love. The author moves the narrative forward at a good pace giving examples of paying it forward with kindness.
What I liked: I like the lesson this article teaches.
Suggestions For Improvement: I suggest checking this phrase, of goodness. {/b}, and removing the {/b}.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed this inspiring article. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "oneness" in "Spiritual Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first paragraph hooked me with the description of dawn. The author moves the narrative forward at a good pace while keeping reader's attention focused.
What I liked: I like the description of the lizard.
Suggestions For Improvement: In this phrase, visible,sunning, I suggest inserting a space before sunning. I also suggest checking this phrase, see cosmicbroom.com (/size).
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this tranquil essay. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "THE SECRET TO LIFE" in "Spiritual Newsletter (October 29, 2014)" . The first sentence of this essay hooked me with the Bible on the night stand. The author moves the narrative forward at a good pace while revealing both her faith and talent.
What I liked: I like the use of scripture verses because the emphasizes the theme of the essays.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this inspiring essay. Write on.
First Thoughts: I discovered "Summertime heat" in "Short Stories Newsletter (October 22, 2014)" . The first sentence hooked me with the speaker asking for an egg. The conversation and interaction among the characters moves the plot forward at a good pace.
What I liked: I like the description of the dog eating the egg.
Suggestions For Improvement: I found no technical problems or typos. I have no suggestions for improvement.
Final Thoughts: I enjoyed reading this story. Write on.
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