An Overnight Success
Does it really happen overnight?123 total reviews
Comment from Gungalo
Extremely well done Dean.
Though his fame was fast and fleeting,
his name, the critics kept repeating,
he smiled to show his discontent --
then left them wondering what he'd meant...
Always leave them wondering.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Extremely well done Dean.
Though his fame was fast and fleeting,
his name, the critics kept repeating,
he smiled to show his discontent --
then left them wondering what he'd meant...
Always leave them wondering.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Yep, you got it, Gungalo.
Thanks for taking the time to read and review this one for me. I certainly appreciate it!
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Smile Dean.
Comment from Righteous Riter
Good use of the aabb rhyme scheme. Good end rhyming. Good perfect rhyming with came/fame. Good rhythm and flow. Good description and alliteration. Good string of photos followed by a thought provoking story.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Good use of the aabb rhyme scheme. Good end rhyming. Good perfect rhyming with came/fame. Good rhythm and flow. Good description and alliteration. Good string of photos followed by a thought provoking story.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks, my brother.
Comment from Adri7enne
Would a successful writer resent all the naysayers who failed to recognize his particular genius? The lists of successful writers are the results of years of rejection. I think we all learn as much from what doesn't work as we do from the adoring accolades. Sometimes, too early a success can inflate an ego to the point where it stops growing. There's a thin edge to a small success. People get comfortable with just a few steps up the mountain, forgetting to strive for the peaks.
I enjoyed your take on it. Happy writing, Dean.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Would a successful writer resent all the naysayers who failed to recognize his particular genius? The lists of successful writers are the results of years of rejection. I think we all learn as much from what doesn't work as we do from the adoring accolades. Sometimes, too early a success can inflate an ego to the point where it stops growing. There's a thin edge to a small success. People get comfortable with just a few steps up the mountain, forgetting to strive for the peaks.
I enjoyed your take on it. Happy writing, Dean.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks for your kind review and comments, Adri7enne.
Actually, this was written in response to an article I'd read concerning some disgruntled fans complaining about the death of Tom Clancy. They said they won't know the ending of some of his unfinished works as a direct result of his death. So, the man has died, and all they're worried about is the fact that they won't the ending to a make-believe story, and the fate that befalls a cast of make-believe characters? Really? Have people become so crass, they can't leave the man alone, even after his death?
So, I wrote this as a "what if" scenario. I'm sorry, but fans like those, who needs 'em?
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I would think that Clancy might have seen these reactions as proof that these fans enjoyed his work enough to be saddened by the loss of the pleasure he gave them with his writing. I lost a favorite writer this year and I experienced a deep feeling of lost that this author, for whom I felt an abiding appreciation would no longer be providing me with the pleasure of his words. I think that's what he would have meant for me to feel. Don't you think that's the largest compliment a fan can pay a departing author? I would think this is exactly the kind of fan everyone would aspire to attract. I guess it's a matter of perspective.
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Yes, we'll just say that we agree amicably to disagree on this topic, my friend. My personal favorite author is Stephen King. And, while I would be deeply saddened by his death and surely miss his writing, I would not bemoan his loss simply because I would be left to feel unsatisfied. To me, that's the epitome of self-absorption.
Comment from barleygirl
Your poetry is always well-written with excellent attention to form . . . but what makes many of your pieces (prose & poetry) so compelling is becuz your point of view is so interesting & unusual. I'm always amazed at how you can take a "typical" scenario (writing!) & bring out some unexpected twist, such as in this poem.
In the second line, "create" seems like it should be past tense like the surrounding verbs?
Great alliteration: "goblins, ghouls and ghastly girls"
This piece leaves us wondering if "quitting" was his plan all along, or if he really did burn out?!?!?! Thanks for sharing your imaginative & arresting read. Hope your Sunday is a delightful one! *smile*
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Your poetry is always well-written with excellent attention to form . . . but what makes many of your pieces (prose & poetry) so compelling is becuz your point of view is so interesting & unusual. I'm always amazed at how you can take a "typical" scenario (writing!) & bring out some unexpected twist, such as in this poem.
In the second line, "create" seems like it should be past tense like the surrounding verbs?
Great alliteration: "goblins, ghouls and ghastly girls"
This piece leaves us wondering if "quitting" was his plan all along, or if he really did burn out?!?!?! Thanks for sharing your imaginative & arresting read. Hope your Sunday is a delightful one! *smile*
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks so much, barleygirl, I really appreciate it!
Comment from Bill Schott
Even if your name wasn't on this, Dean, albeit almost hidden in a tiny font at the top, I could pick out your unique style of clever phrasing and cogent insight. Happy days!
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Even if your name wasn't on this, Dean, albeit almost hidden in a tiny font at the top, I could pick out your unique style of clever phrasing and cogent insight. Happy days!
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks very much for such a wonderful compliment, Bill. I appreciate that, and for you taking the time to read & review this poem for me, as well.
Have yourself a fabulous week, my friend!
Comment from nor84
Very clever, Dean. I might change a comma in a place or two, but I really liked it. The film shots were great, too, although one of them seems to be of a woman.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Very clever, Dean. I might change a comma in a place or two, but I really liked it. The film shots were great, too, although one of them seems to be of a woman.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks very much, nor84, I sincerely appreciate your excellent review. None of the are women, although they may appear to be.
Comment from Amsterdam
I dig it Dean.
Great write ,
And I like what it means.
Let's try....
Here's a man named Steve...
Does he exist...
In your mind as your read..
What is this...
Is it, reality....
Of course it is.
People think.
People dream
That's when I come in...
Is reality with in a dream .
Am
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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I dig it Dean.
Great write ,
And I like what it means.
Let's try....
Here's a man named Steve...
Does he exist...
In your mind as your read..
What is this...
Is it, reality....
Of course it is.
People think.
People dream
That's when I come in...
Is reality with in a dream .
Am
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks Am, as always, my good friend. I'm always entertained and intrigued by your unique insights and reviews. I really appreciate you taking the time to read and review this for me, as well as for the most generous rating.
Much obliged!
Comment from annp
It's like entering a different world reading your poetry
a whole story life's work read in a minute
the clever animation and pictures add so much to the drama
leave them wanting more
love it
annp
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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It's like entering a different world reading your poetry
a whole story life's work read in a minute
the clever animation and pictures add so much to the drama
leave them wanting more
love it
annp
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thanks a bunch, annp. I'm very pleased to hear that. I'll keep trying to think outside the box, reach a bit higher to entertain those who care enough to read what I've written. People much like yourself!
I sincerely appreciate it, my friend.
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my pleasure
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
again my friend you have put your heart and soul into this. I loved the read and yes there is truth here as every writer knows
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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again my friend you have put your heart and soul into this. I loved the read and yes there is truth here as every writer knows
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Thank you very much, Barb, I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed reading this one. I certainly had a lot of fun writing it!
Thanks, as always, for your very kind comments and generous rating.
Comment from write hand blue
Animated pictures in black and white, while giving dramatic impact, also illustrate a time of austerity as the writer struggles to succeed.
I like the animation of the typewriter being thrown onto the floor.
Written in the clear eloquent, creative manner we have come to associate with your style of writing.
The struggle to become successful is a common one. I'm sure the feelings of the writer in the poem are also common.LOL.
Inspiring.
:) mel.
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Animated pictures in black and white, while giving dramatic impact, also illustrate a time of austerity as the writer struggles to succeed.
I like the animation of the typewriter being thrown onto the floor.
Written in the clear eloquent, creative manner we have come to associate with your style of writing.
The struggle to become successful is a common one. I'm sure the feelings of the writer in the poem are also common.LOL.
Inspiring.
:) mel.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014
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Hah, yes, they certainly are, Mel, very common, lol.
I'm very happy that you enjoyed this one, and that you get the rather dark, satirical humor behind the story. I really appreciate that, as well as your six star rating.