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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I enjoyed this well-written ghost story.

*NoteO* Characters: good work on the character, who holds the reader's interest.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good descriptions bring the story to life.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion:


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of I'm Fine  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: this story shows how determination and fear can push a person into a terrible situation. This story is exciting and well-written.

*NoteO* Characters: the character is interesting and holds the readers attention.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: strong description truly brings this story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: internal dialogue is used quite effectively.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Coincidence  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I enjoyed this story of conflict with a co-worker.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters hold the interest of the reader. Good interaction.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the setting is well defined.

*Note* Dialogue: excellent use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Good Gold!  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
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Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: this story has a creative idea that is expressed very well. I loved it.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are clearly defined, and their interaction moves the story forward.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good descriptive language brings the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy reading style.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of White Leaves  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: this story is a bit unusal with a few twists and turns and a surprise ending. Well done.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are interesting and hold the reader's attention.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good descriptions bring the setting to life.

*Note* Dialogue: the dialogue sounds normal and advances the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Your move  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

Overall impression: emotional poetry can be quite a challenge. This poem is well conceived and expresses the emotion very well.

Structure: free verse

Rhythm: the poem flows well and is easy to read.

Imagery: the writer's word choice conveys the emotional nature of the poem very well, which brings the poem to life.

Area(s) for improvement: notes



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Review of Crossing  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

Overall impression: perfect. Free verse is easy to write, but it takes skill to get it right, and this poem is excellent.

Structure: there is no set structure, but the poem flows so well. Punctuation is used correctly and effectively, which makes the poem truly stand out.

Rhythm: the fluidity of the poem keeps it moving quickly from beginning to end

Imagery: flowers - so many words concerning flowers are used in an effective manner, which brings this poem to life.

Area(s) for improvement: notes



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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: this is a snippet of a story that says a lot in a few words. Good work.

*NoteO* Characters: the character is not well-defined but still holds the interest of the reader.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: strong work here; excellent use of descriptions to bring the story to life.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: the story is unusual, which I like, and it has a very good ending.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters could use more development.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the settinn is very clear.

*Note* Dialogue: the dialogue has some problems; it advances the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: it is easy to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I enjoyed this tale very much.

*NoteO* Characters: interesting characters that move the story along.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: more info could be added to setting.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: this is well done.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read and engages the reader.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I enjoyed this account. It was interesting and fun to read.

*NoteO* Characters: the narrator carries the story well.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: this is one of the strengths of the story. There is a lot of detail which brings the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: the story flows well.

*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Abyss  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: a story of conflict and character revealed in a realistic way.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are revealed in their interaction - well done.

*Note* Dialogue: this is a dialogue driven story, ann the dialogue is used effectively.

*NoteB* Writing Style: the story flows well.

*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Vampire Lost  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I found this an interesting tale of a vampire.

*NoteO* Characters:Rystyk is a well developed character. His interactions with other people moves the story right along.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good work here to give the story enough detail that it comes to life.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: there is a dark mood here that gives the reader the creeps.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: as the first chapter of a longer story, this captures the reader's attention, so they will continue to read.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Orbitian  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (3.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction:I enjoyed this until near the end where unexplained elements were introduced.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are likeable and interesting. More development is needed.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: this can be improved upon with more detail.
*Note* Dialogue: the dialogue helped to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: "I'll grant you one wish – story becomes strange because of no context. I think that with added background and more details, the story will be much improved.



*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Merry Chrismouse!  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: good humor and lots of action make for a fun story.

*NoteO* Characters: I enjoyed the mouse and the main character; their interaction is well done.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the setting in the story was used effectively.
*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read and follow.

*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: excellent use of dialogue to tell a story.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are well defined, and their interaction is very good.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good work here to bring the setting alive.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read and follow.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: I like this a lot.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of The Valkyrie War  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 18+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I enjoyed this story. The action kept me interested.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are interesting, and their interaction moved the story along at a good pace.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good use if description to bring the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: the dialogure sounded realistic and advanced the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: east to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: This is a stoy that should be continued. Good work here.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of The Elven King  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 18+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: excellent work here. I enjoyed this story very much.

*NoteO* Characters: interesting characters that engage the reader and advance the story.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good descriptive writing brings the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: this would be a story to expand.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I found this story interesting. Using conversation to tell a story is not easy, but this one is well done.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are clearly defined, and their interaction is interesting and advances the story.

*Note* Dialogue: the dialogue is a strong component of this story, and it is used effectively.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: this first chapter of a longer story will capture the reader's attention and cause them to continue reading.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: this story has a mystery I find interesting.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are unusual. Their interaction is well done.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good work on this - the descriptions bring the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: work on punctuation and editing.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of The Sword of Elam  Open in new Window.
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 18+ | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I like this story that engages the reader's interest from start to finish.

*NoteO* Characters: there is a good mix of characters. Their interaction is well done.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good work here to bring the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read story.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: this first chapter works well to capture the reader's interest.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Impious Hearts  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: good story. I liked it a lot.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are well done and their interaction makes the story interesting.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the descriptions bring the story to life.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read story.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: this is a story that should be continued.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of Out Of the Woods  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
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Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I like this story a lot. It has a mysterious tension that builds slowly.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are interesting and engaging. Their interaction is well done.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good work here. The descriptions bring the reader into the story.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: there is an eerie feel - well done.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: this works great as the first part of a longer story. It engages the reader and entices them to continue.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review of The Winner  Open in new Window.
Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.0)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: good story, lots of action.

*NoteO* Characters: I like the main character. Good job of making him realistic.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good job - I suggest adding even more.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: realistic outlook.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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Review by Paul D Author IconMail Icon
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Please remember that the following comments and observations are only my opinions. Take what you can use, but never be shy about discarding what you cannot.

*NoteB* General Comments & Reader Reaction: I like this story a lot. I hope you will continue with it.

*NoteO* Characters: excellent work here. The character comes to life and makes the story interesting.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: Good opening paragraph. The setting brings the reader into the story.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: east to read.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: Well done.


*NoteO* Area(s) for improvement: I have some suggestions. notes

*StarO* WRITE ON! *StarO*
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