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Palaaemon · 05-03-2020, 02:41 PM

Curt,

Just a comment about Backroom Chatter. I think that was a great addition to your writing as it brings your insight into what is/was/has happening/happened as well as your portrayal of other personalities and teams actions/reactions. Overall it is just a well done addition to your toolbox as a writer.

One other thing if I may. I have gone back and read your first "trilogy" many times and I really enjoyed how you wrote early on especially, and slowly evolved. The last 2 leagues format (which may they RIP) to me felt a bit "canned" or "done". "Generic" is NOT quite the right word. I think what I am trying to say is that Orcin has already done that format and put his stamp on it. I know how much you love Orcins' style of writing (God knows I do too!) and want to emulate it, but you are so much the better by emulating gehrig38s' style and refining it. There is absolutely nothing wrong with incorporating elements of his writing into yours, and making it YOURS. I know that you aspire to excel at everything you do, and I admire the hell out of you for that. I would hope that you take this all as VERY positive constructive criticism as I intend it.

Thanks for your time Curt. Have a Great day!

Palaaemon

05-03-2020, 02:41 PM	#3
Palaaemon Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 263	Thoughts Curt, Just a comment about Backroom Chatter. I think that was a great addition to your writing as it brings your insight into what is/was/has happening/happened as well as your portrayal of other personalities and teams actions/reactions. Overall it is just a well done addition to your toolbox as a writer. One other thing if I may. I have gone back and read your first "trilogy" many times and I really enjoyed how you wrote early on especially, and slowly evolved. The last 2 leagues format (which may they RIP) to me felt a bit "canned" or "done". "Generic" is NOT quite the right word. I think what I am trying to say is that Orcin has already done that format and put his stamp on it. I know how much you love Orcins' style of writing (God knows I do too!) and want to emulate it, but you are so much the better by emulating gehrig38s' style and refining it. There is absolutely nothing wrong with incorporating elements of his writing into yours, and making it YOURS. I know that you aspire to excel at everything you do, and I admire the hell out of you for that. I would hope that you take this all as VERY positive constructive criticism as I intend it. Thanks for your time Curt. Have a Great day! Palaaemon __________________ I don't have to run faster than the bear, just faster than you.