Reflections and Thoughts on Writing in General · 8:11am May 31st, 2013
Well, several months down the road of this fantastic hobby I picked up out of nowhere, I decided to once again turn my gaze to that wonderful thing called a "blog". In short, I would like to talk about some of the things I have learned since my last blog post.
1.) A story is only as finished as you make it to be. "My Little Poem" (yes, I'm sticking with a title that's that corny) has been getting grilled, seared, and otherwise barbequed on the never-ending cycle of "editing hell". I know it's halfway decent and ready to post for adoring audiences, but darnit I wanted the story to be more complete than how it is! Ah well...
I guess I'll just go ahead and submit the prologue and first chapter tonight, probably after that last pre-reader gets a chance to read it and give me an opinion on the tags.... wait. He's not on Skype. DARNIT, maybe tomorrow....?
2.) Reviews are best conducted under pressure. Nothing gets the blood pumping and the critical juices flowing when one has to come to a logical, reasoned opinion on a story within a day or two, type it up and get it approved by a critical bunch of literary peers before the day's end. The challenge makes the reviewer simplify what works or fails in a story, so that their ratings become much clearer to read and understand. I guess that makes reviewers an offshoot of journalism? Hmmm.... Ah well, what do I know about journalism anyway? 
3.) Groups are amazing places to discuss ideas and consult on matters important to both the site and the craft of writing. Seriously, no brony on FimFiction worth their salt would willingly pass up a chance to get honest feedback from seasoned writers and critics who have paved the way for new writers eager to practice their craft.
4.) This is a hobby, not a "way of life" or "style of living". This is something I do in my spare time. Really. No exceptions or ballyhooing. Thus, I have been able to remain calm despite the pressures that begin to build up around me whenever I consider the potential for failure, because the only consequence of note would be a blow to my ego. And while that hurts, like all gentle slaps the pain from such a blow fades after a day or so.
5.) Lists can be long and boring.
Sincerely,
Mr. Album
