An Overnight Success
Does it really happen overnight?123 total reviews
Comment from Joseph W. Sestrich
I sat in contemplative silence after spending time visiting with your poem. Then walked through the garden of your author notes. What then came to mind were the whispered mental words; "Be careful what you ask for". Most writers desire attention and acceptance be granted their work. Yet, was that really the true purpose of their words. Was it not the hunger for expression that commanded the insatiable search for the perfect writing recipe? Accolades and fame may serve the ego, but at what cost to the freedom of the words freedom and exploration? Is not the real measure of success the completion of the work itself? Perhaps it is not as important as I thought for my work to be read. The important thing is that it was written. The author often if a thief. They steal the praise and recognition deserved solely by the words.
I am thankful your poem and I had this chance encounter. I needed to hear what it had to say.
joe
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I sat in contemplative silence after spending time visiting with your poem. Then walked through the garden of your author notes. What then came to mind were the whispered mental words; "Be careful what you ask for". Most writers desire attention and acceptance be granted their work. Yet, was that really the true purpose of their words. Was it not the hunger for expression that commanded the insatiable search for the perfect writing recipe? Accolades and fame may serve the ego, but at what cost to the freedom of the words freedom and exploration? Is not the real measure of success the completion of the work itself? Perhaps it is not as important as I thought for my work to be read. The important thing is that it was written. The author often if a thief. They steal the praise and recognition deserved solely by the words.
I am thankful your poem and I had this chance encounter. I needed to hear what it had to say.
joe
Comment Written 07-Sep-2014
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I guess all of us reading this can understand the writing that no one wants to read then you go on into a great story that gave me a chuckle at the end when he leaves his readers wanting more.Great setting with the videos in between. Really enjoyed this one.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2014
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I guess all of us reading this can understand the writing that no one wants to read then you go on into a great story that gave me a chuckle at the end when he leaves his readers wanting more.Great setting with the videos in between. Really enjoyed this one.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2014
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Thanks so much, Pearl, you are very kind. I'm really glad you enjoyed this one.
Comment from Darkhorse555
heartfelt touching Lowering his head, he barely spoke,more of a quiet, whispered choke; All of these years, I was denied,so many nights, I sat and cried, very beautifully penned dear friend
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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heartfelt touching Lowering his head, he barely spoke,more of a quiet, whispered choke; All of these years, I was denied,so many nights, I sat and cried, very beautifully penned dear friend
Comment Written 16-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thank you, DH. Much appreciated my friend!
Comment from Treischel
Top notch poetry, as usual. Creative animated pictures add depth and impact as they underline the message conveyed. The story about the frustrated writer with fickle fans rings true. Many writers can identify.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Top notch poetry, as usual. Creative animated pictures add depth and impact as they underline the message conveyed. The story about the frustrated writer with fickle fans rings true. Many writers can identify.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thanks very much, Mr. 'T', that's precisely what I was hoping for!
Comment from Just Pete
A wonderfully philosophical look at writers and writing. So much truth is spoken in those words. The author writes but it is the readers who validate the characters he or she created. Loved the way this ended. Deserves applause. Its awards have certainly been earned.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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A wonderfully philosophical look at writers and writing. So much truth is spoken in those words. The author writes but it is the readers who validate the characters he or she created. Loved the way this ended. Deserves applause. Its awards have certainly been earned.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thank you, Just Pete, I'm really glad that you could relate to it. It was written for everyone,but primarily for writers who struggle with many of these moral and philosophical questions everyday. Who am I doing this for, myself, my readers, or both?
I appreciate your insights and excellent review.
Comment from Jackarrie
This is a great piece of your work, I really love how you present it. You are so talented. I enjoyed the story of the writer who took control in the end. The clips are fabulous.
You put so much into your work, a well deserved six
well done, Mary
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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This is a great piece of your work, I really love how you present it. You are so talented. I enjoyed the story of the writer who took control in the end. The clips are fabulous.
You put so much into your work, a well deserved six
well done, Mary
Comment Written 16-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thanks, Mary. What a nice thing to say. I'm really glad you enjoy my work, that's very important to me. I'll keep trying to write as long as I have readers like you to read it.
Thanks so much again!
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You are welcome Dean
Comment from Donya Quijote
This was a fun read to say the least. For some reason it caused me to flashback to Stephen King's Misery. It's a potential answer to your question as to how fan might react to the demise of their favorite characters. Personally, the guy tossing his old typewrite to the floor describes how I feel most of the time about my writing. Doubt I will ever go the publishing route, at least no anytime soon.
Enjoyed this story in a poem. Had everything a story should have. Well done....
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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This was a fun read to say the least. For some reason it caused me to flashback to Stephen King's Misery. It's a potential answer to your question as to how fan might react to the demise of their favorite characters. Personally, the guy tossing his old typewrite to the floor describes how I feel most of the time about my writing. Doubt I will ever go the publishing route, at least no anytime soon.
Enjoyed this story in a poem. Had everything a story should have. Well done....
Comment Written 15-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thanks, Donya, I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me about this. I feel the same way about throwing my writing tools on the floor at times, whatever they may be at the time. Funny you should mention Misery. I was thinking of old Annie Wilkes when I wrote this.
Comment from Irish Rain
Ha ha! And wonder they should! What a tale of the writing life...and your author notes put me in mind of that Stephen King book...darn, can't think of the name...the one where the obsessed woman holds the author prisoner, while waiting for the sequel? Guess the crazies do have a certain amount of ownership, they think...that can easily turn to hate...because their crazy, ha ha. Never could finish that book, it was so vicious...I am a wimp...loved this! Blessings tonight!
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Ha ha! And wonder they should! What a tale of the writing life...and your author notes put me in mind of that Stephen King book...darn, can't think of the name...the one where the obsessed woman holds the author prisoner, while waiting for the sequel? Guess the crazies do have a certain amount of ownership, they think...that can easily turn to hate...because their crazy, ha ha. Never could finish that book, it was so vicious...I am a wimp...loved this! Blessings tonight!
Comment Written 15-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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I believe you might be thinking of MISERY here, justjo. I thought of the crazed Annie Wilkes, the main female character in the book, as I wrote this.
Thanks for your fabulous review and most generous rating. All are greatly appreciated.
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Yes...Misery! I cheated...I read the last few chapters, which were so grisly...I thought no...I'm NOT reading that! I sit up by myself at night reading..and anytime I want something from the kitchen...I have to walk past the basement door...been here 15 years...still creeps me out! I loved your poem...at least no one got their kneecaps shattered, ha ha!
Comment from DonandVicki
It is obvious to me after reading a lot of your work that you do not just crank out fast poetry. You put a lot of time,effort and thought into your work Very well done. Don
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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It is obvious to me after reading a lot of your work that you do not just crank out fast poetry. You put a lot of time,effort and thought into your work Very well done. Don
Comment Written 15-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2014
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Thanks you, Don, I appreciate that. To me, that's a compliment. I've always believed in quality over quantity, my friend, in everything. That, and sometimes my darn muse falls asleep on me, lol.
Thanks for your awesome review, my friend.
Comment from hifein
it's not easy and it's not simple. nothing is, that is. this moves smoothly and is done so creatively. thought provoking as well. i'm sure you intended it to be. reminds me somehow of my 'anonymous adulation' (17 syllables). check it out if you have time. questions of meaning and meaningfulness. best, hi
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2014
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it's not easy and it's not simple. nothing is, that is. this moves smoothly and is done so creatively. thought provoking as well. i'm sure you intended it to be. reminds me somehow of my 'anonymous adulation' (17 syllables). check it out if you have time. questions of meaning and meaningfulness. best, hi
Comment Written 15-Apr-2014
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2014
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Thank you very much, hi. I'm very grateful for such an outstanding review and rating for this one. I will check out anonymous adulation, right now! I think the poem you're referring to is called Bravo?
Thanks again!