Definitely not odd at all. You can say that anyone is the bad guy when you look at something from the right point of view. I'd say go for it if...
I imagine you got better at writing by doing more of it. Get better at receiving criticism by receiving more of it. Make sure they giving it to...
Make it consistent with the style of the story. If there is no established norm for your style, I would use quotes.
Looks like I'm out of the ordinary on this one. I would go with the "Hunt" title.
Always JUST that close! I feel your pain. Stick through it and write your heart out. Your time will come.
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