tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post183567222813198329..comments2023-10-25T09:24:11.714-05:00Comments on The Art of Seduction is Watts Beneath the Covers: M/M Excerpt (PG-13), Claimed by DarknessMia Wattshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-47029924658261842172009-01-26T12:11:00.000-06:002009-01-26T12:11:00.000-06:00I think it's inevitably that the more you invest i...I think it's inevitably that the more you invest in your writing, the greater the likelihood that something you didn't mean to show through your writing rears its head, ugly or otherwise.<BR/><BR/>wv: pulfsks<BR/>I got nuttin'Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-37844516502127317522009-01-26T10:21:00.000-06:002009-01-26T10:21:00.000-06:00Certainly. All writers have.Certainly. All writers have.Anny Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05305873753916213970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-87664677977016005552009-01-25T22:41:00.000-06:002009-01-25T22:41:00.000-06:00Like being exposed? Emotions left raw like all you...Like being exposed? Emotions left raw like all your naked baggage in a cold wind? Hm. I see your point, Ms. Cook.<BR/><BR/>Have you bared yourself unintentionally before?<BR/><BR/>wv: forstrog<BR/>foreskin<BR/>frog pond<BR/>four strongMia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-29208240764817015162009-01-25T22:36:00.000-06:002009-01-25T22:36:00.000-06:00Commentary can be scary indeed, especially if it i...Commentary can be scary indeed, especially if it isn't even close to what you were expecting. Or if the reader sees something in the work that you have no idea that you put there.anny cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03769733659120481918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-29784589545115407382009-01-25T18:08:00.000-06:002009-01-25T18:08:00.000-06:00There are different ways to edit. Unless I have to...There are different ways to edit. Unless I have to edit for minutia, I won't. An author always works on their manuscript, up until the publisher says, "no more" and rip it from our bleeding fingers. My feeling is, you want an opinion, I have many. As I said, it's up to you and I do understand. I'm scary. Terribly, horribly scary. Boo.Mia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-28117644662777525252009-01-25T17:55:00.000-06:002009-01-25T17:55:00.000-06:00I have this weird thing (I won't leave that though...I have this weird thing (I won't leave that thought hanging for long)... I hesitate to show you my writing, not because I'm afraid of your feedback or revealing anything, but because you're an editor, and as such you get paid to edit. Asking you to peruse and edit a manuscript would seem like I was asking for a freebie, and I would not feel comfortable imposing, unless I could fairly compensate you, and I have no idea how we would arrange those logistics, and I fear you might be insulted by an offer to pay you.<BR/><BR/>I can imagine the frustration of seeing visitors to your blog but not having anyone every leave a comment. Even something as simple as, "interesting stuff, keep it up." I have a bit of a background as an artist. I posted a bunch of my work, years ago, on Elfwood. If you're not familiar with it, it's a site where people can post their artwork in their own gallery, and people can comment on the work. I posted my work and looked for feedback. I got almost none. Occasionally, very occasionally, someone would leave a brief comment. Strangely, many, many other galleries got lots of comments. LOTS of encouraging comments. But something about my work seemed to fail to inspire comment. The work is still up there, or at least it was when I last checked a month or so ago, and I hadn't had a comment in years.<BR/><BR/>There's something about putting your work out there and getting nothing. Silence. Indifference. It's a bit frustrating to say the least, so I feel your pain.<BR/><BR/>wv: blebb<BR/>blab<BR/>blabberAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-72219393122348401992009-01-25T15:18:00.000-06:002009-01-25T15:18:00.000-06:00My first instinct is to complain that by opening a...My first instinct is to complain that by opening a second blog without linking, I'd miss your creative mind at work. Peering into the inner creative workings of another author is always desirable. I think we like to know how the other ticks and see if those same things work for us.<BR/><BR/>My second is in warning. I know many who have posted pieces on the web only to have them stolen. I only post things that are contracted and copyrighted for that reason. It is still a risk, but more affordable. Your choice, but be warned.<BR/><BR/>"At this stage of your life." As you have indicated the age of your older brother, I think you are exaggerating on that point. Even at your brother's age, he is not "at that stage". Therefore I can only see this as an attempt at hyperbole.<BR/><BR/>If however, you are interested in a single person's perspective on your work, you are welcome to email me an excerpt. I'm only one person and my opinion is only as credible as you make it. But the offer stands. -At which point I must make clear to lurkers, the offer is not universal to all. I apologize, however my time is limited at best.-<BR/><BR/>Or, if you'd like, you can send me an excerpt to post here, on this blog for a general sense of things. I leave it to you.<BR/><BR/>I shake my head at myself as I do not understand why seeing a comment from you makes my pulse race. I think perhaps it's because you "play along" in the blog commentary game. Often we post without feedback and rarely with such freedom to express. But to put it simply: I'm having fun and thanks to you for it.<BR/><BR/>I shall end now as it sounds uncharacteristically sappy to have said it. But honesty still reigns.Mia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-39787466347763377222009-01-25T14:58:00.000-06:002009-01-25T14:58:00.000-06:00I agree. Volkswagens are morbid. I am often online...I agree. Volkswagens are morbid. I am often online as well, given my occupation and hobbies. I'm contemplating posting the opening to one of my two novels on a new blog, but it would seem the blog environment is counter to novelization, as the newest stuff is always at the top. At this stage of my life, I'm less concerned about getting published and reaping financial rewards, than exercising the craft, and telling a story. One is a true story, the other is fantasy (as in high fantasy, except not so high, more gritty).<BR/><BR/>Your thoughts? I find myself itching to write.<BR/><BR/>wv: upearr<BR/>appear<BR/>up-rear?<BR/>uproar<BR/>a pearAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-57761851199862003132009-01-25T14:24:00.000-06:002009-01-25T14:24:00.000-06:00by the by, I am almost always online while I work ...by the by, I am almost always online while I work on my writing. It occurs to me that not everyone is and my fast replies could seem unusual. However, email notifies me of a post to this blog and therefore, I respond as my excuse to cease other activities.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-63822784415378611812009-01-25T14:05:00.000-06:002009-01-25T14:05:00.000-06:00vw's have sounded morbid. Mortician, Morte etc. No...vw's have sounded morbid. Mortician, Morte etc. Noting a trend.Mia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-17332225154105153522009-01-25T14:01:00.000-06:002009-01-25T14:01:00.000-06:00I spent all of five minutes and the top lists did ...I spent all of five minutes and the top lists did not reasonably seem to be you. I also felt a bit like a stalker, though my curiousity got the best of me, and it seems entirely commonplace these days to google everyone and anyone we encounter, or so I've heard. I've googled myself a few times just to see who's out there that has the same name, and what they do with their lives.<BR/><BR/>I did not understand your reference to VMs at the end of your post (morbid and death?) Sometimes I'm slow to pick up references.<BR/><BR/>wv: drialist<BR/>dry list<BR/>realistAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-30070561702685849132009-01-25T13:17:00.000-06:002009-01-25T13:17:00.000-06:00Am thoroughly amused how many Mia Wattses exist wh...Am thoroughly amused how many Mia Wattses exist when doing a google search. Hairstylists and Medieval fantasy coordinator. The list continues with facebook and myspace pages which I do not possess. Alas, if you are searching for me, I am not any of those. Good attempt, J.Mia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-72947865109887412762009-01-25T12:17:00.000-06:002009-01-25T12:17:00.000-06:00I laughed so hard I may have snorted regarding the...I laughed so hard I may have snorted regarding the oral biting. Yes, that point stops me to. I wanted to change it but the editor seemed to like. I shall request again before galleys are finished though I believe she (the editor) is rather a kink. I also stopped that excerpt in the middle of a scene. The opening of the book, I feel, has a better sense of writing style. My apologies to your offended "member" though it is the guy receiving that wishes his partner to get, erm, eager.<BR/><BR/>Your comments on my work are welcome. I value the opinion of all readers as it helps improve my craft.<BR/><BR/>I think vms are morbid today. Death themes and the like. *shiver*Mia Wattshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00674765897555195383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-22961112928433765442009-01-25T11:36:00.000-06:002009-01-25T11:36:00.000-06:00Oh, by the way... that was PG-13? Egads, woman! (Y...Oh, by the way... that was PG-13? Egads, woman! (Yep, that's right, I used the word "Egads"). Been wanting to for a while, finally had a reason.<BR/><BR/>Weurd: dosest<BR/>Doses<BR/>Docile<BR/>DesistAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-345611332073885932009-01-25T11:12:00.000-06:002009-01-25T11:12:00.000-06:00So, by way of comparison between the two (oddly), ...So, by way of comparison between the two (oddly), I like the vampire one better as an excerpt, which is a bit of a conflict.<BR/><BR/>From a pure storyline/intellectual interest, the vampire/lycan thing was engaging and had solid suspension of disbelief. The talk about the were-virus and the effects lent it a degree of credibility. So, I was more engaged by the characters of Damien and Rik and the struggle, than I was of Mina, because her situation seemed more unbelievable (again, forgive me, this feedback is based solely on the excerpts).<BR/><BR/>From an erotic standpoint, needless to say, the thought of helpless and submissive Mina eagerly seeking the attentions of the doctor while spread-eagled, naked on a table in front of a group of students, was much more powerful for me (tingles in all the right places). If there's a good setup to bring that situation about that doesn't make me cringe in disbelief, then I'm there.<BR/><BR/>I don't know if that helps or hurts, but that's what I came away with (no pun intended).<BR/><BR/>Word World: minesse<BR/>Madness<BR/>Misses<BR/>Maseusse<BR/>Minute Maid (no clue)<BR/>MessesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5811664225790124762.post-48934160452164472522009-01-25T11:06:00.000-06:002009-01-25T11:06:00.000-06:00Okay, that was good stuff, right up until: He want...Okay, that was good stuff, right up until: He wanted to take that length in his mouth, <I><B>bite down</B></I> and bring him off as Rik shot down his throat.<BR/><BR/>Ouch. Ouch. And... ouch. Having been accidentally bitten on the penis by a careless blowjob(er) it is excruciating (call me a wimp if you like). I got a little lost in the Damien/Rik stuff about 2/3rd through(who was doing what to whom) which caused me to have to slow down and read more carefully (not necessarily a bad thing).<BR/><BR/>Did I mention the part about Ouch? I cannot speak for vampires, but unless you were being orally raped, I can't imagine any guy so cruel that he'd want to bite down on another guy's penis, even if he was prone to providing oral stimulation. Then again, I don't bite into flesh and suck blood, so that's a non-vampiric perspective.'<BR/><BR/>But seriously... ouch.<BR/><BR/>Oh, and if you're posting anonymously on my blog to prevent people from crossing from my blog to yours, that doesn't concern me at all. I want you and your writings to succeed in spite of the exploration of penis-biting urges.<BR/><BR/>Wincing Willy Word: hersa<BR/>Hearse<BR/>Hearsay<BR/>HersAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com