Introductions - Where the writers at?

@pgiblett (6524)

• Canada

11 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel Enjoy the conversation.

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• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@owlwings Thanks for the advice! I always like engaging my readers in whatever I'm discussing with follow up questions and things like that, so I think the trick for me will be keeping them short. But I'm sure I'll get the hang of it. :)

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patgalca

@patgalca (18181)

• Orangeville, Ontario

10 Feb 16

Hi! I am supposed to be a writer. I belong to a writing group and have written a couple of novels, I just can't seem to finish them because editing is a pain in the butt. Along the way I have lost motivation. I am trying to get myself back to it but my illness (fibromyalgia) gives me a lot of fatigue, and my writing group keeps me active as I manage the Facebook page, the Twitter page, sometimes the blog, and the group as a whole. I really want to get back to my novel because I have an idea for another one but won't start one until I finish the other or I will never get back to it. Hope you enjoy your time here and I look forward to reading what you have to share.

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Carmela

@Carmelanirel2 (8084)

• United States

11 Feb 16

Hi @patgalca I also have written a couple of novels and I'm just now getting he synopsis and query ready for each to start sending to an agent. I will go over my novels again now that I got a degree in Creative Writing, but I completely understand the lack of motivation, not due to an illness, but distractions in my life like a retired husband, a 13 y/o, and two beagle/border collies. What are your novels about or what is the genre? I hope you get motivated again soon.

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Carmela

@Carmelanirel2 (8084)

• United States

11 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel I do have a self published short story and considering the changes I made due to errors, I can't imagine trying to edit a novel that is 60,000-79,000 words long. And, since I can't afford the over $1000.00 for an editor, I am stuck with trying to find an agent because I don't want to publish something on my own and find that I made some horrible mistakes, like I have read in other self-published books. One of which is a good friend of mine and when I have free time, I told her I would give her feedback to improve her novel so she can publish another edition.

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@patgalca Loss of motivation is such a hard thing for a writer. A well as writer's block, which I think might be even more frustrating. Being so excited to write and just unable to do anything about it once you're in front of the computer or have a notebook and pen. I have some tips on how to get past that (at least what's worked for me). I'm excited to share them with you, as well as the rest of the writers who may stumble upon it. @Carmelanirel2 That's some exciting stuff. I was always super nervous whenever I tried to write a query letter. I decided to self publish for a few reasons, which I'll go over in one of my future posts. But I wish you all the best. Seriously! That's such an exciting time. Also, congrats on the degree! I went for Visual Arts, myself, but adored the creative writing courses. I alway met the most interesting people (some of which snuck their way into my books, haha). I'll probably continue taking them online throughout my life.

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@pgiblett (6524)

• Canada

11 Feb 16

Welcome what a good introduction. I am Peter, geographically we are neighbours, I am in Ontario, Canada - less than a mile from the US border. I write in a number of places and have to say my writing breaks down as follows: 40% Writing about writing 20% SEO, Social Media and blogging visibility 20% About thought and the need to develop new ideas 10% Local places of tourist interest 10% Other things that interest me.

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@divalounger (5849)

• United States

11 Feb 16

Do you write about your process in writing or editing or both?

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@divalounger (5849)

• United States

11 Feb 16

@pgiblett One of my favorite poetry topics is writers block--writing my way through it

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@pgiblett (6524)

• Canada

11 Feb 16

@divalounger A bit of each.

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@Jackalyn (7559)

• Oxford, England

11 Feb 16

People will jump in and tell you that this is not a blogging, but a discussion site. Ipersonally do not see what the harm is in both, but it seems to upset people if you want to write an article so I don't do that here. I use blogger and there are still a few sites around. Blogspot is not taking new people, but I think Elite Writers still exists. Persona Paper no longer pays, but people are still posting there so it may live to blog another day. There is alsy mykites. Of course, discussing blogging and writing is possible here. If you can put a question mark after it nobody can complain.

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@Jackalyn (7559)

• Oxford, England

11 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel Actually I am currently removing stuff from several sites and then going to think again. Mostly I think I am going to stick with my own blogs and use here for company. I think your approach might work here as it will give rise to discussion and that is the key.

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@Jackalyn I see. Well thank you good luck with your decision! I hope to see you around. :)

• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@Jackalyn Thanks. I think my blogging methods are a little different than the average blogger, as I'll most likely always ask for my readers thoughts or opinions afterwards. It'll never be just a post. And thanks for such a big list of places! So many people here to be managing so many sites at once. I'm just trying to see if this works out for me!

Shiva

@Shiva49 (26204)

• Singapore

11 Feb 16

Been here almost two months and enjoying it. I have been on online sites for five years but this site is different as it is more of conversations inviting responses to our discussion topics. I like to engage even in long responses when needed, but that do not pay by way of monetary returns; just the icing on the cake for me - siva

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@pgiblett (6524)

• Canada

11 Feb 16

@Shiva49 I agree - enjoy the journey.

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Shiva

@Shiva49 (26204)

• Singapore

11 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel Take your time, enjoy the journey more - siva

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@Shiva49 I kind of feel like I struck gold with this site. I'm already having so much fun and I haven't even really done that much exploring yet. I'm still just trying to get my posts in order!

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mumbi kariuki

@biikiki (197)

• Nyeri, Kenya

11 Feb 16

In my country we say karibu sana ie welcome

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@biikiki Thank you!

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vanny

@vandana7 (98834)

• India

11 Feb 16

You will meet me in rant club..and relationships club..welcome..

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vanny

@vandana7 (98834)

• India

11 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel ..You go to right extreme top ..you can see an arrow shaped like a pencil...pointing downwards...there...I can't accompany you...but it shouldn't be too difficult...

• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@vandana7 Thanks. Where do I sign up? Haha.

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@divalounger (5849)

• United States

10 Feb 16

Welcome!! I write poetry--but not here--here I just catch up with friends--and make new friends--I hope you enjoy it

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• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@divalounger Nice. I write poetry here and there. What type do you write? Mine is kind of all over the place when I do ... I mostly write novels. :) And yeah I was just saying how I love how you can also make friends here instead of it just being post after post.

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@divalounger (5849)

• United States

10 Feb 16

@SometimesINovel I write on Hubpages and have a blog--I also have had some poetry published--Good luck with your novels!! I am a a wanna be novelist though!

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• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@divalounger Oh cool! I had one published when I was in highschool, but haven't written much since then, haha. I have 10 books published right now though. Novels are my passion. My dream is to one day have a bookshelf full of my own books! Also, I'm sure I'll be posting some advice on novel writing if you need any help, or you could ask any questions privately that come to mind. :)

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Bluedoll

@Bluedoll (16774)

• Canada

15 Feb 16

I was curious with live-action-saphora-scene just how that came about? Big wow!

An accepted perception for myLot website is around interaction but really with informal guidelines it really is up to a persons imagination in how they wish to utilize the site. Best wishes for your enjoyment.

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Bluedoll

@Bluedoll (16774)

• Canada

16 Feb 16

Thanks that was neat. @SometimesINovel Think its great to have a story reproduced in film and very inspiring for anyone wondering what writing can be.

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American Film Award on Twitter

• Accord, New York

16 Feb 16

@Bluedoll Definitely! I'm still star struck every time I have the chance to talk to her about it. Right now, she wants to work on another live scene from the story, since this one just won an award.

twitter.com

“STUDENT FILM WINNER "SAPHORA: RETENTION" FROM NICOLE EMMONS”

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• Accord, New York

15 Feb 16

@Bluedoll Saw that, did you? When I was attending college, I met an indie director/actress in a video art class. We struck up a conversation about my writing at some point, she read my book, Saphora vol.1 Retention and wanted/wants to make it into a fulll length film. :) What you saw was a scene taken from the book, which will be entered in film festivals at a later date to gain sponsors. And yes, it seems to have caused a lot of speaking up when I mentioned blogging. But my blog posts are always going to be interactive.

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Carmela

@Carmelanirel2 (8084)

• United States

11 Feb 16

Welcome Jaz, what Owlwings and J.J. is good advice and I hope you enjpy this site as much as I do.

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@Carmelanirel2 Thanks. I'll be sure to follow them closely.

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Marlina

@marlina (154166)

• Canada

10 Feb 16

Welcome to Mylot.

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• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@Marlina Thank you. :)

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Alfredo Rossi

@amadeo (111948)

• United States

10 Feb 16

Greetings.Guide line first.Save you a lot of trouble.To be safe

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• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@amadeo Just read them over, thanks. :)

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@sherryericha (1806)

• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

10 Feb 16

Welcome, Jaz. Like your upbeat spirit. Enjoy mylot.

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upbeat

• Accord, New York

10 Feb 16

@sherryericha Thanks! Looking forward to it. After reading the guidelines, I'm loving that we have the option of talking to people outside of discussions. Makes for a much stronger community - and great for making friends.

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Scindhia H

@Scindhia (1906)

• India

11 Feb 16

Welcome to mylot. Everyday is a new day with new ideas and new interactions. Its a great platform to meet different people and read different opinions.Have fun!

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• Accord, New York

11 Feb 16

@Scindhia Thanks! I couldn't agree more. Looking forward to it.

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RK Finnell

@irishidid (8688)

• United States

11 Feb 16

I've blogged but rarely. I do write though. Good luck with the blog!

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