I think images have the capability to evoke many feelings. I also think that what those feelings are might be up to the person viewing said image. Many things other than simply seeing an image can impact how we interpret something. Think of Rorschach tests. It is the same image interpreted differently. Of course, the ink blots are meant to be up for interpretation, however the notion of differing views changing how an image is perceived still stands. When I…
The task was to find an image relating to historical protests. I found my image on the New York Public Library digital collection. This image shows a group of queer people who are a part of the group, Gay Contingent, protesting against the Vietnam War. I found this image particularly interesting because it is a group of opressed people coming together to fight for another injustice. Those who have experienced injustice in any capacity may be more likely to recognize…
I am loving these vibes Watch out for switching between past and present tense Absolutely adore the name Theodora Pg 4 “We were instantly PrestonandTheo- one word, and he always came first; that should’ve been the first clue.” I love this line I’m obsessed with your prose Theo is a girl boss!!! Is it realistic that the concierge would set all of this up for Theo? I LOVE THE ENDING such a good message I think Preston deserves to be…
Would Reyes realistically be able to function that well if a bullet went through and severed “bone, muscle, and tendon”? We need more background. I think it’s hard to get into the story at first when we jump right into the action and everything is moving a mile a minute We love a girl boss Why does Penny stay with Reyes if her job puts her in constant mortal danger? I kind of love how Reyes is toxic but in…
Your prose, yet again, is my favorite thing Pg 2 para 3 “They had gotten lost in each other, and were beginning to bring out the worst in each other.” I love this line, it really encompasses the toxicity in codependent relationships Was Asher okay with her seeing Noah? It seems like her spending so much time with Noah would have set Asher and his codependency off I love the way you formated this, especially pg 4 when Sophia told…
I love the banter that the two easily get into right off the bat There is a lot of mentioning of Jennifer’s blue eyes. I understand it is her defining feature but it gets a bit repetitive Jay’s flirtatiousness plays off really well with his inner monologue that is full of nervous energy You start the story out with Jay saying he remembers the first time he fell in love and it is in reference to Jennifer but he also…
Kind of has screenplay vibes and I am really digging it How were they able to drive so many hours longer without getting gas? I like the bond between Boston and Summer. They have gone through so much together and that is really clear in the writing Pg 6 ” ‘Boston, do you want me to go in with you?” Summer asks. “Yes.” Is all that Boston can say.” I’m not sure that how Boston’s dad reacted is completely believable….
The workshop for my second story went very well I think. Lots of people enjoyed the story and had very few critiques of it. The biggest critiques I got were the believability of the speed at which Billy and Violet took their relationship and the wrap-up for my story. I kind of understand how some people may have been iffy on the relationship speed but considering the timeline I personally don’t think they took things too quickly. I think it…
I love the title of the story, I think it fits it really well Your prose is amazing, it makes reading the story enjoyable despite the bitter-sweetness of it Pg 3 para 1 “Are you kidding me?” Jamie smugly rebutted, “I thought everyone loved Chainsawctopus! I mean, an octopus with chainsaws on its arms terrorizing a small town? Who else has the genius to come up with something like that.” Good comedic relief line, I love it. Also, 10/10 would…
I am absolutely obsessed with your prose. It’s dramatic and borderline pretentious but in the best way possible Pg 2 para 2 “As I got older, I stopped poking fires and started igniting them.” I feel like the plot gets a bit lost in the prose. Some people may find it difficult to stay engaged This story confused me a bit. I feel like there was so much real estate covered in the beginning that didn’t quite pertain to the…
