Here I Am

I love Dan on Gossip Girl, but I'm pretty sure that's he a little young for me and I could end up arrested. I'll have to pass on this one.

I always knew that was the case. For once, questions that didn't get me sorted into Gryffindor. This is the first time ever and I didn't have to cheat!



Sort me!

Have you ever found yourself reading really bad fanfiction because it involves a pairing or crossover that intrigues you and this is all you can find? Or am I the only one?

I find myself saying, "Self, this story is so bad." and "Self, spelling and grammar are not that difficult to use correctly." Still I read, cringing all the while.

And why is it so damn hard to find good stories at fanfiction.net? I mean, when looking for really rare stories, I find myself at that site...searching for hours for a decent story. They do exist - I've stumbled upon some in my day. But there are so many bad stories to go through to find those gems. Is it to make the discovery all the more sweet?

I think it says a lot about education in general these days. Take a look at some of those stories and weep for our future.

To an extent, I do believe that writing is something you either have a knack for or you don't. Not everyone is a storyteller. It's not a bad thing. It just is. But, at the same time, there are simple things that can make any story better.

1. Beta. Even if it's just a quick read-through on the beta's part, it's better than nothing.
2. Spell check. It's everyone's friend. I understand typos and not worrying about things while trying to get it down...initially. But how hard is it to hit f7 in word?
3. What is the appeal of one big paragraph? Can anyone explain that to me?
4. Read other stories. See how dialogue and other technical bits work.

I know I'm a bitch and I'm definitely picky when it comes to what i'll read, but I just don't understand. If I submitted things like this in my high school classes, my teacher's head would've exploded.

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( Which Harry Potter male is meant for me...and I didn't cheat, I swear... )

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It seems that television is getting back in full swing. This makes me, the television addict, quite happy. I love good television - hell, I love cheesy television (how else do I explain away my Mutant X adoration?).

Reviews of things may come later - but I'll say that I love my shows for a reason. They rock.

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If anyone is interested, sign-ups for a new round of MP3 exchange are going on at m3p3. It's a lot of fun and I was introduced to a lot of great music last time. All you have to do is sign-up and agree to send at least 5 (I think that's the minimum to sign-up for) mp3's via yousentit.com

Check it out. Sign-ups are going until January 14th.


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Not much else to report. At work. Friend called to tell me that she bought us tickets for a Phantoms game for...tonight. Yikes! But I'm going and will have to watch 24 on the Tivo later.

I've been reading a bunch of stories recently in different fandoms, so I'll be making a rec post when I find the energy.

You belong with Mr. Darcy. He has the appearance of
a pretentious asshole..but the truth is he's
just shy. You like your men rich..but that is
not the real reason why you belong together.
You are fiesty and smart;and Mr. Darcy needs
someone to put him in his place. You go girl!


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I didn't cheat! I swear! I don't need to. I've known since I was eleven and first read Pride and Prejudice that I wanted to marry Mr. Darcy - it being Colin Firth was just an added bonus.

Raar.

what is with me and the LOTR's boys?

( the newest Mr. Storydivagirl )