Writing on the Wall
I can't think of anything like it on public radio at this point. I think it would go along with the current upsurge of personal expression made possible by the internet/ my space/ u-tube culture. Good luck, I'd love to listen!
i hope that listeners feel like you have the voice and the hostiness to pull it off. good luck!
A more stree-level version of "Bookworm"? I like that. Not so much published novels as real people and the writing they use as a lifeline? Well done. I enjoyed the acoustic guitar in the background, it made me think of you with a sidekick Spanish guitarist! Great visual!
Nicely written, nicely paced! Good luck to you.
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Well done. The acoustic guitar interludes appropriately enhanced the dialogue. Two thumbs up for the little guy. If so inclined check out: http://www.publicradioquest.com/audio/user/6076
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Very nice entry and concept and delivery. It seems like an idea like this could take you anywhere.
Love this idea--love the voice! I agree not everyone's a great writer, but the quest to write and get published is fascinating. Let's hear more from Sue!
Roberta Isleib
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bring the community coffeehouse readings to the airwaves! Sue sounds like she would make an intelligent and thoughtful guide to the journey.
I think everyone has a story to tell, but actually, I've suffered through too much bad writing to agree with you that everyone is a writer.
That being said, good idea for a show. Good Luck!
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from the reader and the writer. For me, this is what it boils down to. Otherwise, we'd have to say that only writing of a certain level (high school? college English major? MFA? commercially published?) is worthy of acknowledgement and discussion. And who draws that line? In my experience, if a writer is really willing to share their work and hear how it strikes someone else, and if a reader is truly open to what someone else is trying to express, they will help each other uncover what's authentic and maybe even miraculous in the writer/artist's efforts. Yes, there's writing that's not technically perfect, but the conversation about the writer/artist's efforts and intent is almost always fascinating -- unless there is a dearth of generosity on either side. This is when writing discussions go bad.
Great idea for a show. Wonder what a children's book author aptitude test looks like? Good luck!
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I want to hear more, which is a good sign!
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Wished the voice was more passionate and resonating.
You know what I like about you? I know that sounds like Randy Jackson, but I guess I'm a Randy Jackson type of guy. Anyway, I like your passion for writing, and your philosophies in regards to why people write. I think that description above all else drew me to listen more to your piece.
I also like the idea of bringing amateur authors into the spotlight, and finding out more about the stories behind the authors. I think you got something good here, and I really "dig" what you're talking about. Best of luck!
I taught middle school English for a short time. Some people thought I was nuts, but it was one of the most inspiring, creative periods in my life. To get young adolescents writing fiction, revising, thinking it all through and becoming really engaged with a fictional world that they were making up -- well, it was amazing, especially for the kids who hated English until then. There are an infinite number of stories out there, and each one will be revelatory in numerous ways. But we're not going to find them in the bookstores, because they're not going to make money for someone else. I'd have a blast trying to shine the light on some refreshing, authentic points of view - just think the world would be a better place if we were better listeners. Thanks for the feedback :-)
I always love a good conversation about writing. Probably because I'm always striving to be a better writer....you hooked me in right from the beginning of the two minutes...
Check me out if you'd like...
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Good Job!
I appreciate your taking the time to comment. Hey, cmbenjamin - I hear ya! I was wondering if my voice needed more animation. I was trying to pack a lot in, but didn't want to seem like I was racing through it. Maybe I needed to do a little more paring down. In real life, I'd say I've got an abundance of vocal energy and probably just need to loosen up in front of the mic. Anyway, thanks :-)
....but you might need more vocal energy to entice the listener.
I'd love to hear such a thing on the air. Seems to me there should be room for "plain old" real people on pubic radio. (Not that there isn't already, but it comes in bits and pieces.)
this could be quite good.
Steve
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Very nice, I wish you all the best....I voted for you and THANK YOU for visiting my entry and sharing your wonderful kudos.
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