1. NewBee

    NewBee New Member

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2010
    Messages:
    146
    Likes Received:
    3

    Canadian Mom!

    Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by NewBee, Mar 24, 2010.

    Hi everyone!

    I've been poking around the site for some time now and thought it was time to finally introduce myself. My name is Cheryl. I spend most of my time at home chasing my 3 kids around, (4 year old, 1 year old, and 1 month old). As well I have an ebay store and work part-time as a real-estate assistant.

    I have always loved reading! And daydreaming of course... It wasn't until this past year I decided to learn more about writing. I will never read a novel the same again! I had no idea how complex the writing process is! I think I'm in love. It's all about the challenge for me.

    I'm hoping this site will help me answer a few questions, as well I would love to meet some new people:)
     
  2. Cogito

    Cogito Former Mod, Retired Supporter Contributor

    Joined:
    May 19, 2007
    Messages:
    36,161
    Likes Received:
    2,827
    Location:
    Massachusetts, USA
    Hello Cheryl, Welcome to the Writing Forums.

    Posting your own writing for people to comment on should not be among the very first things you do here. It is worth taking the time to see what other people have done to improve their writing, and see if some of it applies to your writing as well. That is part of why we require members to review other members' work before posting their own for review. On the other hand, there are no restrictions, other than content and copyright rules, on showcasing your work in your member blog.

    Also, be aware that posting a piece of writing on any public site, including this one, will greatly diminish your chances of selling it for publication. Removing the writing later does not alter that fact - once posted, it is irreversibly considered published. So do not post anything more than a small excerpt of any piece you are planning to submit for publication.

    If you haven't explored the site yet, you should probably do so soon. Newcomers often gravitate to the Lounge, the Word Games, or the Review Room, but there is much more to be discovered if you poke in the corners. Remember to check out our FAQ as well, and be sure to read through the forum rules, too, to avoid any misunderstandings or hurt feelings. Respect for one another is our principal mandate.

    As for the Review Room, new joiners often wonder why we do things a bit differently on this site than on other writing sites. We emphasize constructive critique as a vital writing skill. Training your eye by reviewing other people's work helps you improve your own writing even before you present it for others to see. Therefore, we ask members to review other people's writing before posting work of their own. The Review Room forums on this site, therefore, are true workshops, not just a bulletin board for displaying your work (and on that note, please only post each item for review in one Review Room forum). Also, please use the same thread for all revisions and additional excerpts from the same piece of writing. See this post, Why Write Reviews Before Posting My Work? for more information.

    And while you're looking around, don't forget to check out our Weekly Short Story Contest and Weekly Poetry Contest. They actually run more than one week apiece, but any member may enter, and all members are urged to vote for their favorites.

    Enjoy your stay here, and have fun!
     
  3. Ink Blots

    Ink Blots New Member

    Joined:
    Mar 24, 2010
    Messages:
    2
    Likes Received:
    0
    Hi Cheryl,

    It's nice meeting you. And thank you for reading my writing, it was nice of you to do so. I'm looking forward to reading some of your words soon!

    Take care,
    Jen
     
  4. Gigi_GNR

    Gigi_GNR Guys, come on. WAFFLE-O. Contributor

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2009
    Messages:
    12,140
    Likes Received:
    257
    Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
    Welcome.
     

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice