ERRORS/SUGGESTIONS: A period should replace the comma following "to think" in the second paragraph. Just this readers humble opinion, but I think "and" is used too frequently in the third paragraph. Cutting it and restructuring it would make it read less like a running sentence in my opinion. In the ninth paragraph, a comma should come after "right now". Several others like these noticed throughout the story as well.
OVERALL OPINION: Jeremy is defined well, and the plot good. His concern about not knowing what to do, failure, and who he is are things most think about, which added realism to the tale in my opinion.
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: Not an error was noticed, and I cannot think of any suggestions for improving the monologue.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: N/A
OVERALL OPINION: When reading this, I found we have a lot in common. Like you, I am a free spirit who loves to write, and believe writers should be readers as well. I liked how you let readers know about the woman behind the briefcase, and could not agree with you more about mind games, pettiness, lying, and so forth.
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: "hearts'" should be "hearts" in the first paragraph. Other than that, no errors were spotted, and I have no suggestions to offer for improvement.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: Bryce, the professor, and Chloe well defined, and the storyline super.
MY THOUGHTS: I thought the story was well written and the last several paragraphs humorous. I'll bet Bryce felt foolish when discovering the man was a photographer. Great story!
SUGGESTIONS: None I can think of that would possibly improve the entry.
MY FAVORITES: You did a magnificent job of using the prompt and relaying the many things we have to be thankful for. The rhythm is great, and the messages just as good. My personal favorites are the stanzas about the soul's key and thanking Him for the light that guides you.
ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: like the one before it, no mistakes were spotted. I have no suggestions for improving the short story.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: Moira and the fairy are defined perfectly, and the storyline awesome. The title drew me in because I love fairies.
OVERALL THOUGHTS: I liked the way the fairy reminded Moira that they are real. It is a wonderful story of fantasy that sweeps a reader into a world of serenity. My favorite paragraphs were the ones where the fairy explains to Moira why she is human, and then later changed into one of the fantasy creatures herself.
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: No mistakes were spotted, and I have no suggestions to offer for improvement.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: Marlene and you are defined well, and the storyline terrific.
MY THOUGHTS: The imagery used in describing the characters and setting are outstanding. It is easy envisioning the colorful countryside, chirping birds, and tree house. My favorite paragraphs are the ones about the voices of the past and the strong bond between you and Marlene.
SUGGESTIONS: There are none to offer for improving the entry.
CHARACTERS & PLOT: N/A
OVERALL OPINION: You did a wonderful job of using the prompt for this week. I am certain your parents love this beautiful tribute as much as I did. Every stanza relays heartfelt sentiments and why you are thankful. Very well written!
ERRORS: A comma should follow "the sky" in the second paragraph, and also after "longer", "nail this", "and bathe" should be "bathed" to make the sentence complete. In the third, a comma should follow "the path", and in the last one come after "her mouth".
SUGGESTIONS: None other than those mentioned above.
OVERALL IMPRESSION: The plot sent chills up my spine. You did a super job of writing a story using the required words for the contest. I wish you luck.
ERRORS: "Dragon name" should be "dragon named" instead, "try" be "tried", "because Dragon there not" be "because dragons there do not", "three claw" be "three claws". Numerous others like these noticed throughout the short story also.
SUGGESTIONS: The tale needs some editing as mentioned above, but I still enjoyed it.
OVERALL OPINION: You did a good job of relaying the differences between the dragons from Japan and China. Both dragons were described good also. I wish you the best.
ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: Not an error was spotted, and I have no suggestions to offer for improving the free verse.
CHARACTERS & PLOT: N/A
OVERALL OPINION: You did a splendid job of using the prompt for this week. The imagery and emotions are superb. My favorite lines are the ones about your father being like the sun even when busy, and his love shimmering like the moon. The tribute is outstanding!
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: Not an error was spotted, and I cannot think of any suggestions that would possibly improve the prose.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: N/A
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MY THOUGHTS: This prose is absolutely wonderful. It is inspiring, and the imagery is magnificent. I loved the lines about the beating of the heart, being alone, the breeze and being the one stripped of pain. There is not a single line that is not uplifting. Thank you so much for sharing this with me.
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ERRORS: Not one was spotted.
SUGGESTIONS: None I can think of that would possibly improve the piece.
CHARACTERS & PLOT: N/A
OVERALL OPINION: Like the ones read before it, the rhythm is sensational, and the imagery terrific. That bet with your employer seems to have been most difficult. The last several verses made me laugh so hard tears came to my eyes. LOVED IT!
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ERRORS: No grammatical or other mistakes were noticed, but this came as no surprise being as I have had the pleasure of reading your work before.
SUGGESTIONS: I can't think of any for improvement.
WHAT I LIKED: The verses flow wonderfully, and the imagery is just as good. You did a fantastic job of relaying how much you enjoy coffee. Like you, I enjoy it also unless I drink too much and it keeps me awake. The last three stanzas were my personal favorites.
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: No errors were spotted, and I have no suggestions to offer for improving the haiku.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: N/A
MY THOUGHTS: The syllabic count was perfect, and the imagery absolutely wonderful. It was easy envisioning the rainbows form from the ocean spray. Excellent double haiku!
ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: Like the ones before it, no mistakes were noticed, and I can't think of anything that would improve the poem.
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MY THOUGHTS: The verses flow wonderfully, and the imagery used in describing the child and others is outstanding. The way the mother explained the disappearance of the elderly woman tugged at my heartstrings. I was even more surprised to find that the youth was you.
ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: No spelling or other errors were noticed, and there are no suggestions for improving the item.
MY THOUGHTS: The verses flow wonderfully, and the imagery is just as good. The poem is nostalgic and well written. Times were tough in those days, which is relayed superbly. The last three stanzas are my personal favorites, for they express how rough things were back then.
MECHANICS: No grammatical or other mistakes were spotted.
SUGGESTIONS: None I can think of for improvement.
MY FAVORITES: The emotion your daughter had for the cake plate touched my heart. You did a fabulous job of relaying that there is not enough money in the world for cherished items like this.
ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: Not one mistake was spotted, and I cannot think of any suggestions for improving the piece.
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OVERALL OPINION: You did a magnificent job of relaying the Magic Kingdom and some things about your family. The imagery is magnificent, and the memories made expressed well. Having grandchildren of my own, this poem made me smile.
ERRORS: Having read your work before, I was not surprised to find no mistakes. You are a fantastic poet.
SUGGESTIONS: I cannot think of any for improvement.
OVERALL IMPRESSION: Like the one read before it, the imagery is outstanding and the message just as terrific. To survive, animals must make a kill to provide for their families. You are right. It is nature's way. This poem tugged at my heart. I wish the lion had not stolen the cheetah's meal. As a naturalist, it saddens me knowing that things like this, along with what people do to prevent an animal's survival happen.
OVERALL THOUGHTS: The rhythm is sensational, and the imagery terrific. You did a wonderful job of letting readers who are not familiar with the monument, and of the many lives sacrificed for our country.
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ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: No grammatical or other mistakes were noticed, and I cannot think of any suggestions for improving the item.
MY THOUGHTS: The rhythm is good, and the message just as good. No one should allow another to control their lives or try changing them into something they are not. You did a wonderful job of relaying how the mold should be one of our own.
ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: No mistakes were noticed, and I have no suggestions to offer for improvement.
MY THOUGHTS: The prompt for this week was used well, and the imagery and emotions expressed just as good. The photograph before the poem is an additional plus. It makes the poem spring to life, and paints a picture in a readers mind of the serenity found once the dark feelings pass. Write on!
Please keep in mind that any suggestions made are only the opinion of this reader and intended to help, not to criticize.
ERRORS/SUGGESTIONS: In paragraph five, a comma should come after "replied". In the eighth, no comma is needed following "nurse". In the seventeenth, a comma should come after "smart". Several others like these noticed throughout the story as well.
WHAT I LIKED: I thought Janie was wonderful for pointing out Manuella's strengths. It takes someone special to do so when a person behaves as Manuella did before that. All of the characters were likable, and the storyline very good. The best to you!
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ERRORS & SUGGESTIONS: A space is needed between "seashore", the comma, "there" in the first line of the second stanza, "sandy" capitalized, and "coul'nt" be "couldn't" instead in the last verse. Other than that, no others were spotted, and there are no suggestions for improving the poem.
CHARACTERS & PLOT: N/A
OVERALL OPINION: My heart bled for Cassie. Losing one you care deeply about is horrible. The imagery used in defining Cassie and James surroundings was fabulous. WRITE ON!
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ERRORS AND SUGGESTIONS: No semi-colon is needed after "enough"in the second paragraph, and "whose nae, engraved" should be "whose name is..." instead, and no comma is needed following "arm". In the last paragraph, a comma should follow "I".and "I deleted before "hope" being as it was just used.
CHARACTERS AND PLOT: N/A
OVERALL THOUGHTS: The monologue is sad, yet written from the heart. I liked that. Scars like these are hard to overcome, if possible at all. The very best to you!
Sherri
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