I thought the story of Kat n' Lori's wedding, ita's story, and Tim's story went far to balance.
I would have thought so, too - but remember, I don't know which essays you sent. I just saw the cover letter.
I have the feeling that hole you're not seeing is something small and simple, that would tie it all together.
Free to Be You and Me rocks. "Ladies First" still cracks me up.
I need to find someone outside fandom who is willing to beta read. I dont know anyone outside of fandom.
I feel like I'm missing something huge, like there's a big hole and I just can't see it.
Do you have your own story?
Do you have your own story?
BNF
Which is horrifically painful to write. I keep putting it away.
Family?
Are you volunteering yours? Mine won't grok word one.
Allyson, one of the members of my Monday writers group provides great, smart feedback, and AFAIK isn't a member of fandom, though she watches a lot of fandom-creating shows (Buffy, Farscape, Battlestar Galactica, etc.). I can't guarantee that she'd be willing to help you out, but I could ask her if you want.
Mine won't grok word one.
Hmm. Who is your target audience? Is it fandom? Do you think they'll feel shot at?
BNF
Which is horrifically painful to write. I keep putting it away.
What about the happier parts of it--like you moving to L.A., etc.?
Do you have the small acts of charity? I'm not thinking of event sized stuff, or even Nilly fest (You must have that, right) but like the gifts, and helpful acts between friends?
I need to find someone outside fandom who is willing to beta read. I dont know anyone outside of fandom.
I don't know if I count for outside of fandom since I don't get into as much as most everyone. I'm free to (be you and me) beta if you'd like.