#and receiving feedback

[angelmush]

in some writing courses and workshops right now and i always come away from it so emotional it’s embarrassing

[they-call-me-youngermoney]

it's norf! nort. norgh..

[nenoname]

stanchurian candidate and stan's inferiority complex+needing external validation more than anything, i'll never hate you

[amanitacurses]

Part 1

[writingwithfolklore]

Questions from Beta Readers are Rhetorical

You know when people leave you questions on your work during the feedback process like, “why is she doing this?” or “who is this again?” or “how does this relate to what was just said?” You’re not meant to reply back and answer those.

They aren’t asking because they want you to explain it to them—or at least, that’s not very helpful to the actual work. They’re asking because something in the manuscript is unclear. Most readers won’t have the benefit of having you next to them to answer questions as they go—the work has to hold up on its own. If something is unclear, it should be addressed in the text, it’s pretty useless if it’s addressed only in your answer back to your beta reader.

So actually, when people ask me questions about my manuscript, I don’t answer them at all. I go back into the work and try to clarify, and then I have them read it again. If they have the same question, it means I need to try again until the confusion is cleared up.

Sometimes the people I edit for reply back with paragraphs of explanation, and I tell them that it’s great that they understand it, but I don’t need or want them to explain it to me afterward. I was asking the question so they knew what exactly was unclear to me (a bit more helpful than saying “this is confusing”). I want the understanding to come from just reading the piece.

That being said, some beta readers might want you to chat about it further with them—it’s up to you guys! But if you don’t also address the question in the work, you’re not doing yourself or your piece any favours.

[salem-sapiens]

Ok fine, I guess even this human waste deserves some sympathy 🙄

Had to balance the angst with some comfort.

(In case you missed my last post, no, Esme did not punch him 🙃)

[aukkenopsia]

all my friends loooves my tiny qtip homunculus snowman, and everybody HATES my large gnome snowman. They're calling it fucked up and evil

[yameoto]

welcome back yam!! i hope you enjoyed your break, you totally deserved one, with the work you put in. very much looking forward to all your new writings, the concepts seem very creative and i’m looking forward to seeing how you explore them!! i’m personally glad that you’re writing more, i love how you build relationships and the characters’ personalities so unapologetically—you add a note of blunt humor that i just can’t help but love. it’s unique, and i don’t think you get adequate recognition for that.

and ill keep this ask dear to my heart because God knows im flattered. and thrilled my humour resonates. relieved even. it's always my favourite part of cobbling this blatant jerk-off material together so thank you so much anon whoever wherever you are

[kngaroo]

Davrin save me........

[paintpanic]

Resurrection AU: Void

In this AU, Void has been reincarnated as a little white puffball. He has no memory of his life before he was sealed away by the Heroes of Yore.

His main goal is to figure out who he actually was in his previous life. Aiding in this effort is Magolor, who's agreed to help in exchange for some assistance with his theme park work. He happens to be working on an ancient history-themed area, and could use a hand in the research process.

Personality-wise, Void is driven and has a no-nonsense attitude. He's not super thrilled about all this silly wizard theme park nonsense, but will do what it takes to get what he wants. He has a tendency to overwork himself. He doesn't seem to have retained any powers from his time as Void Termina.

(AU explanation here!)

[outer-stars]

Contributor Applications are now OPEN!! 🐸🌈

Both artist and writers applications are linked below and we'll be accepting responses until the 10th of February, 2025! 🫶

🐸✒️ Writer Application

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You can find additional information about the zine on it's carrd (including an FAQ & the zine schedule). We hope to see you there!

Carrd Link 🫶

[brian-in-finance]

This is fantastic! Can't wait for April 2025 for The Amateur to be released in the theaters. Caitriona seems to have made another excellent acting choice. 🎥💗👏👏👏

Comment made after attending the movie's private screening:

"I signed an NDA so I can’t say anything but in 9 months you’ll agree she’s making excellent decisions for her film career and her talent & range is even bigger than we’ve seen. The best is yet to come".

https://x.com/mushka_lives/status/1821713654502559774

Thanks for the message, Anon. 😃

Twitter

And before anyone says, “Oh, Mushka. 🙄 So much for impartiality.”

She beat you to it. 😂

Twitter

Remember… very excited to be joining this amazing cast!! This is going to be a fun one. 💙 — Caitríona Balfe, Instagram, 21 May 2023

[canisalbus]

My absolute favorite thing about your blog, even more favorite that Vachete, is the care and interest you put into each response. Be it an ask or an art piece, you always eloquently break down each individual aspect and comment on them. It always makes me smile.

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[koiscarrds]

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[anderfels]

Compilation of Rook Questions + Some Extras:

What is your Rook's biggest pet peeve?

What is your favorite headcanon for your Rook?

What does your Rook's favorite mug look like?

What is the worst loss your Rook has endured? How did they deal with that?

How does your Rook deal after Blood of Arlathan (the quest where you have to save the Dalish)? How did they feel when Elgar'nan spoke to them directly? After they were charmed by him?

Besides what we already see in the game, what does your Rook carry in their pack? Any sentimental items? Do they carry anything from there on their person?

How quick is your Rook to forgive? Do they find it easy to move on after the fact? Will they hold this against the person?

If your Rook could wish for one thing and it would be granted no matter what, what would it be?

What would your Rook's café order be?

Does your Rook like card games? Board games? TTRPGs?

Karaoke time! What is your Rook singing?

If you have multiple Rooks, do you think they'd get along with each other?

Extra: What kind of future did your Rook dream for themselves when they were younger? After they joined their faction? After the events of the game?

Extra: If someone wanted to reach your Rook but couldn't find them, who would be the best person to ask where they are?

Extra: Pre-game, what is your Rook's biggest regret? Post-game, does this change?