Discussion thread -- seventy-five word challenge September 2013

[David Evil Overlord]

Thanks for the review, Victoria.

 

[johnnyjet]

Thanks for the nice review, Victoria!

 

[TacticalLoco]

Victoria, loved the review. Thank you again for all your work.

 

[chrispenycate]

Listening/Alternate History
(part two)

Chrispenycate - I had to resist doing a World War 2 story, because I knew someone would delve into it for a submission. And you treated the readers to a dazzling twist on a German forces attack. Very cool, and you left me wanting more.

So, I'm predictable, am I?

Thanks for the commentary.

Chrispy

I liked the WW2 story as well. There was a HUGE hole though. He ended with "We will resist", and should have instead ended with "We will kick their asses, eh!".

I could be biased... Being Canadian and all...

One invariably ends up with holes when attempting to build with seventy-five bricks – um – words. Your ending requires quite a few more (And besides, this is alternative history. Nothing is certain to come out the same).

 

[nixie]

Thanks Victoria

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Aun Doorback -- This realistic scene from life offers a striking example of how one person can have an enormous effect on the world.

 

[Aun Doorback]

Thanks Victoria - Its been an interesting theme so far. Lots of great effort.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

paranoid marvin -- Cleverly assembled from bits and pieces of pop culture, this ballad shows us the importance of entertainment in our lives.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Mr Orange -- This tale uses an unusual technique to convey the psychological state of the narrator, resulting in great depth of character.

 

[Mr Orange]

thanks for the review victoria.

very quick and in depth!

 

[alchemist]

Thanks for the review, Starbeast.

Must start reading the others now.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Hex -- This story manages to capture a complex series of changes within a few words, and also creates an somber mood.

 

[Hex]

Thank you for the review, Victoria. That was super-fast!

 

[Starbeast]

Thankyou, Starbeast! I thought you were going to miss this month!

I thought I was going to miss out too. I've been a little busy. But I'll do my best to be here. And, you're welcome Springs.

Yes, Thank You Starbeast - your "whoa!" tops-off my day!

Seeing your comments and reviews grouped together got me thinking. I like how if you consider the historical inspirations behind the entries collectively, it gives a strange compound-eye view of history; imagine what that view will be like by the time this challenge ends...!

Hex came up with a good one. The theme and genre has everyone whipping out some tasty tales with tantilizing twists. I can bearly imagine what to expect, which is a good thing. In short, me likey.

Thank you for the big complement Stormcrow. You made my day, as I made yours. And I cast you a big "you're welcome" back to you my friend.

Thank ou very much, Starbeast!

You are very welcome Juliana.

lol, thanks Starbeast. Again I feel like there's a bit more art going into the reviews that you and Victoria throw out there than in my paltry story.

I think every author has the feeling that their story effort is below their own expectations. But, as always, it's best to test the waters by putting it out there to see what the reactions will be. These challenges are a great exercise for that.

Keep up the good work Tywin.

I'm glad you liked my story, nice to meet you too.

I liked the WW2 story as well. I could be biased... Being Canadian and all...

Ah well, we all veiw a piece of art differently. But that's a good thing, feedback of any kind is a useful tool for the artist. Have an excellent day I Voyager.

Cheers for the review SB ... as long as it made one person chuckle then it has done its job

That's how I look at it. Because, there may be that one day where you might be flooded with positive feedback when you least expect it. I've seen that happen here, monthly. Hang in there Luiglin, you're doing fine.

Thanks for the review SB

You are very welcomed Ratsy.

So, I'm predictable, am I?

Thanks for the commentary. Chrispy

You, predictable, not in the least. I only knew somebody (more than one I'm certain) would choose WW2 as a backdrop. Besides, my Magic Eightball is in the shop for repairs (I usually know the winner by now).

Keep em' flying Chrispenycate.

Thanks for the review, Starbeast.

Must start reading the others now.

You're welcome Alchemist. Yeah, me too. I gotta get caught up again.

Listening/Alternate History
(part three)​

Bowler1 - Ah, your title is an excellent idea, you've chosen World War One, which surprisingly to me, was one of my near choices as well. You've selected an interesting opposition to include into your fine tale. Well done.​

TheDustyZebra - You take us back to the beginning of humankind, and delight us with a story that is richly righteous, and stuffed with buttered red potatoes. I love it. It'sss jussst sssplendid (slip of the fork tongue).​

Mirannan - Firstly, it's nice to meet you. And second, you definately caught me off guard with your tale that lead me one way, only to surprise me at the end. Well written and executed (so to speak).​

Pyan - It's nice to see you here, and, I really like your title. Marvelous WW2 entry, using one of the most infamous people of the twentieth century, invovled in a conversation. What a turning point that would have been in history.​

David Evil Overlord - Outstanding and wonderfully humorous offering that blends a fine mix of science fiction, by means of a "time machine". We think alike on that level for this month. You illustrate a very cool tale.​

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Parson -- This documentary-style story creates a chilling alternate reality which is too close to our own for comfort, made all the more effective by its calm, underplayed tone.

 

[David Evil Overlord]

Thanks, Starbeast!

 

[Starbeast]

Thanks, Starbeast!

You're welcome David Evil Overlord.

Listening/Alternate History
(part four)​

Johnnyjet - I sometimes wonder, what the world would be like, if drugs weren't injected into society (ever), but in this case, people stood up, and said "NO!" I applaud this mighty story that left a grand impression on me. Awesome.​

BigJ - Yes, another great tale involving World War 2. Weird science experiments in magic, spell disaster for the invading army in Normandy. Tremendous idea.​

Nixie - An event in history is altered in this war story. A good example of change is displayed, by means of a single moment that turns everything into another direction.​

Abernovo - Astoundingly excellent drama with an exceptional outcome. I love the fact that you used an Angel to change events in one person's life, and capped your tale with a great last line.​

TacticalLoco - Mu-ha ha ha ha ha. I couldn't help but to laugh at the supreme thought of "you know who" as a lame speaker. I could picture him in my mind fumbling with his notes and sputtering out broken sentences.​

Bedlamite - Firstly, nice to meet you. And second, I was truely entertained by your fantastic story about another country that made it to the Moon first. Astonishingly cool sci-fi tale.​

Aun Doorback - Oh my, poor Joan. She's being belittled like the little old man in the Benny Hill show, slapped often on the head. Heh heh heh, I can't help chuckling at this weird twist in history. Good stuff.​

Paranoid Marvin - Elvis is alive and well, I love it! PLUS, you strung together great classic songs like tuning an electric guitar. I was shrieking in the audience, begging for a used scarf from the king of rock. Thank you Marvin for the poem, thank you very much.​

Mr Orange - Terrific science fiction tale that is also uniquely written as well. An intense drama about time traveling in order to save a loved one. A story that does cause ripples in the fabric of emotions.​

Hex - Women are the soldiers that battle in the first World War. Tough females fight for freedom against a fierce army in the icy cold trenches of No-Womans Land. Well done.​

Parson - The 1960's was definately the decade that defined what direction North America would take and what the future would become for it's people. But, in this story, things are destined to be quite different. Good stuff.​

 

[JordanSC5]

Thank you Starbeast!

 

[Starbeast]

You're welcome JordanSC5. Keep up the good work.

 

[Parson]

Victoria Silverwolf: I love your reviews. Hearing those words made my day.

Starbeast: I really appreciate your thoughts about my story. Thanks for your work.