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Apr 14 2012 06:51pm
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I had to write a horror story for an English class, and this is what I came up with. It's already been turned in and everything, I was just wondering what you guys thought.

Just to clarify, I'm not really a creative person and have very little talent for writing, but it's pretty fun to make your own stories and I was debating whether or not I should continue this...

Thanks for your input!
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Apr 21 2012 07:29am
Alright, first off I would like to say thank you for taking your time to read my story so I figured I would repay the favor.
I would like for it to be known that I rarely see/read stories written in present-tense so I find myself going back to re-read something that doesn't sound right.
Then I find that it's correct for it's tense.

It will take me a few installments to be able to read this as I have a busy life, but so far the only thing I have seen is.

"Everyone I saw stopped in his tracks and looked around," Is this settlement full of men? (They stopped in their*)


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Apr 25 2012 02:59pm
Can anyone else read this please? I would really like some feedback before I continue or leave it alone.
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Hello! I noticed your request for more feedback, and as a writer myself, I can totally understand. Feedback is always pivotal to the writing process, and I intend to do just that. Within the first few opening lines, I found myself drawn in, and before I get into the specifics, I really did enjoy reading your short story. Let's talk first about your strengths. You did a particularly good job of describing a scene, and considering this is a Zombie/ Survival Horror story, it is important to note that the setting and carful introduction of this dark and eerie world is essential. Fortunately, you do this very well. I could feel the desperation and darkness of this frightening world, and although the characters aren't perfectly developed, it doesn't quite matter because it isn't a character driven story, nor should it be. The focus is not upon the people of this world, but the world itself. While the narrative and the "voice" of the narrator is very well done, the dialogue is lacking in sophistication. This is always a difficult task, so don't feel bad at all. Only extremely talented writers like Quentin Tarantino can masterfully create compelling dialogue. Additionally, some of the plot points appeared a bit rushed, as it is not structured in a traditional story arc. Needless to say, there is nothing wrong with writing unconventionally. Also, I would seriously encourage you to continue writing, and quite frankly, it's very important that you focus more on the world in which your book takes place. I enoyed reading this and I hope this helps!
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Jun 1 2012 03:01pm
brandonlisi,
Thanks for your feedback!
I do plan on writing some more whenever I get the time.

I will always be looking for more feedback if anyone feels like reading it!
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Jul 23 2012 07:13am
im no writer at all i just enjoy all forms post apoc stories id say continue seemed pretty good to me
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