Welcome to Gaia! :: 19 years later | Forum

Register FaceBook Login Login

 

 
GST

Welcome to Gaia's forums, where millions of members gather to discuss random stuff, make new friends,
complain about life, argue about nothing, laugh at dumb pictures, discuss serious issues and/or curse like sailors.

Lurking is creepy. Quit skulking in the shadows and join the conversation!

Register to reply

Advertisement
Tags: years  later  harrypotter 
Share:  
forum:95, topic:33763109
< 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
it would be helpful if you would tell us what the fanfic is about so we don't waste our time understanding it if we don't know the characters.
also, writing in a font that big is ANNOYING. tone it down, sister. nothing is that important.
 
     

HEY! I'm changing my name!!!!!
suggest something and you could win some MONIES!!!!
click to see rules, or just be lazy and PM me
 
L o V e B u G a L o O
Very nicely put Serpent. * applauds*


Thank you,

I try not to take sides sweatdrop ---I hope I didn't come across as too critical.
     
SolenmSerpent
L o V e B u G a L o O
Very nicely put Serpent. * applauds*


Thank you,

I try not to take sides sweatdrop ---I hope I didn't come across as too critical.
It's well written and the message is clear. :] I hope she learns something from that because from what I've read thus far she is using the people that are supporting her as her meat shields from the people who have been trying to give her constructive criticism.
 
     
Gotta wait 2 DAYS to buy a trading pass.
:O
 
After reading a few parts, I think I'll offer a few words of criticism---not intended to be harsh.

One of my biggest issues is the font size---making the font larger will only make people's first impression about the story, very, very negative. [Even I have the tendency to be a little judgmental.] With normal sized font, people will most likely take the story seriously and refrain from rolling their eyes at the bold letters. When you think about it---most books don't sport large, stylized fonts. You'll attract more than preteens when you're smart about the way you present your story.

Moreover, I felt that at times, you could be a little more descriptive. Simple words at times, can be perfect depending on the story or the character. But for something involving Harry Potter that has such diversity and relies so much on magic; a person reading should feel that an author at least tried to add more depth and illustrate the contrasts in the Harry Potter world and our world.

Last, inner dialogue should be used more often. There are many characters in Harry Potter, with different personalities and with varying outlooks on life. Inner dialogue will help develop the characters and allow your reader to understand how a character feels about a certain situation or how it affects them.

Hope I have offered some helpful words--- and if you need help with the story, you can contact me.
     
Overreach
SolenmSerpent
L o V e B u G a L o O
Very nicely put Serpent. * applauds*


Thank you,

I try not to take sides sweatdrop ---I hope I didn't come across as too critical.
It's well written and the message is clear. :] I hope she learns something from that because from what I've read thus far she is using the people that are supporting her as her meat shields from the people who have been trying to give her constructive criticism.


Thank you. ^^
 
     

Art by B l e a c h

Visit my quest thread! A Serpent's Desires

Hoes, hoes, hoes.
Santa has em'.
 
I totally agree with you Serpent and Cam you know I love you but you should listen to this one. But I also agree that there were some that offered to negative of a response when offering "Constructive Criticism." people respond better to calm and rational then being told in so many words that they are an idiot.
Honestly, I don't think there's enough description and the short hand typing is and I'm sorry Cam but a little annoying =X It's a good story line and I know you're a better writer not saying this isn't good but let yourself improve. You just seem like you're holding back for some reason =/


I support ya and I've told ya before. I love you lots though I just want you to do better at the things you love, because why be mediocre when you can be great?!
heart heart heart heart heart heart heart heart heart heart heart
     
http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/15/l_f998e433f735461c9e04fdfd41696117.png
Yeah, I know, San San.
 
     
 
Well, I was entertained enough to read the whole thread! I am impressed how you're able to keep the various story lines going.

One thing I thought made the Harry Potter books stand out was the detailed description of everyday life in a magical society. Your relationships are interesting, but I do miss the "filler" if you know what I mean.
     
Currently Reading: Makers by Cory Doctorow

Lester
He had them as spellbound as a roomful of Ewoks listening to C-3PO


My Book Blog...Adult Content Warning
I want to post something but I feel that I would be far too mean and your poor little brain will overload from the meanness and you will cry. So I will refrain from saying such things and will instead tell you that what I read (the beginning paragraph) was not good. Sorry. Maybe you should consult a grammar book or something before posting something. Oh, and you shouldn't use the word "said" so often. Try substituting it for something else. It will sound better. Yeah. That's it. I will stop now.
 
     
 
i haven't read all of it, but from what I've read, this story needs a lot of help. First of all, people do not speak that way in real life normally and when they do, they sound kinda stupid. Also, as cell phones haven't become a part of wizard and witch cultural, I'm assuming, how would they even know what those phrases mean?
Also, I would drag out the story more if I were you. Things don't tend to happen that fast in real life, especially not little boys admitting they like little girls, or any of the other romantic relationships. Add some more transitions if you want your story to be better.
Lastly, it's not realistic in any sense of the word. I don't believe that this could happen.

I'm not trying to be mean, I'm just giving you some constructive eclecticism.
     
AaronEthanZacheryDeMonsVI
I want to post something but I feel that I would be far too mean and your poor little brain will overload from the meanness and you will cry. So I will refrain from saying such things and will instead tell you that what I read (the beginning paragraph) was not good. Sorry. Maybe you should consult a grammar book or something before posting something. Oh, and you shouldn't use the word "said" so often. Try substituting it for something else. It will sound better. Yeah. That's it. I will stop now.

I'm trying my damn best with this freaking story, dipshit. I went to school all through highschool, thank you very much. I got good grades in English and Grammar class thank you! so leave me the ******** alone
 
     
Dansbabygrl
 
Dansbabygrl
AaronEthanZacheryDeMonsVI
I want to post something but I feel that I would be far too mean and your poor little brain will overload from the meanness and you will cry. So I will refrain from saying such things and will instead tell you that what I read (the beginning paragraph) was not good. Sorry. Maybe you should consult a grammar book or something before posting something. Oh, and you shouldn't use the word "said" so often. Try substituting it for something else. It will sound better. Yeah. That's it. I will stop now.

I'm trying my damn best with this freaking story, dipshit. I went to school all through highschool, thank you very much. I got good grades in English and Grammar class thank you! so leave me the ******** alone

It's called constructive criticism and after struggling to read the first two "chapters" I have to agree. =P

You do use "said" a lot. Spice it up, use something different. Like...
"Blah dee blah blah," quipped so-and-so.
"Boom boom pow," someone stated.

And the big font is quite annoying. I don't see how it's necessary.
     
It would make me ever-so-happy if you clicked --> HERE <-- and read and critiqued my short story.

But if you don't feel like reading that then click --> HERE <-- and read this fun little snippet of a story.
< 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Quick Reply

Enter both words below, separated by a space:

Can't read the text? Click here

Submit

We will be phasing out support for your browser soon.

Please upgrade to one of these more modern browsers.