It's not exactly sci-fi or fantasy though? It that alright?

Yes, absolutely, since I read very little of either, and ditto for writing it. Mine are more in the classic ghost story vein. No scifi or fantasy required.

.doc is fine. Send at your leisure.

Okay, it's sent.

Brynn? There's nothing attached - just the email, no doc.

I edit a trifle differently when I know the whole story than when I don't. But both, I think, result in valuable thoughts. That's why I always pass through a story at least twice.

(Notice I've never betaed any novels....)

Deborah: That's bizarre.. I'll try again

edit: I re-sent it and it should all be there now.

Yup - this time, thre's an attachment. 59K.

I'll do a quick read through now, then my second checkover after Angel or in the morning. Will that be OK for you?

Deborah: At your convenience. Whenever you have time is fine. Thanks again.

That is bunk. I can't edit (other than line-edits) unless I have the whole picture in my head.

For me, a lot of that depends on the style of the writer.

For the Fic That Would Not Die, I have two beta-readers--one who is thoroughly spoiled, and another who's only spoiled on a couple of points (she's a sensitive sort, and needs a heads-up if something horrible is going to happen to a character she likes or if there will be extreme violence). It's been a great help, since the fic is essentially a mystery novel.

Erikaj - - chiming in late with a "woo hoo" - - and a thanks for the link. I know a few people who might be interested in that magazine.

You're welcome.