Writers' walk off anyone?! Just kidding, new here

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Hey, so I've just joined this society as Ive finally finished my first collection of short stories (which can actually be seen as a chopped up memoir, as they're all true and more or less span in the same years), and right now I have no idea what to do next!

So i figured I'd say Hi to other struggling new writers, may we all succeed.

Also, for a conversation topic, or something, I'd like to hear your opinions on a subject. I don't really read current literature, my favs are jack kerouac, hemingway, bukowski, james joyce, william burroughs, sylia plath, graham greene, ginsberg, etc.. I would like to know what nowadays authors you would think I would like after knowing my taste..

Thank you, and its great to have joined!

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Hi and welcome! Sorry I can't help you with the book thing, as I have read approximately zero of those authors (although I did once watch a rather amusing video of Ginsberg performing at our school in the 80's). But I know we have some more classic-loving users around here that can give you some recommendations. And you can always check out the Book Reviews forum.

Since I'm the first one to welcome you, I guess I should give you the standard speech: Check out the FAQ's and Rules/Guides (About at the top right corner), remember to review two things before posting your own writing, and the most important rule: Have fun!

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Welcome! We're glad to have you. This is an awesome community. :D

Wow? Short stories? =P I suck at those. Congrats! I'd suggest brainstorming for random ideas just to keep yourself writing, and waiting for the next good idea (the one who want to work on) to come to you. Also, post some of your work here and get feedback! ^_^

o.O I feel like I should spend more time in Chapters, since I have no idea who any of those authors are. =P Maybe tell us what genre you like? (for those of us who obviously need to read more)

Normaly I'd tell you to PM me if you needed a crit or had a question, but I am technically 'not here' due to an exam, so if you have any questions PM anyone with a blue name like mine! It's our job to be helpful. ^_^ Though you can always PM me with something you'd like critiqued and I'll get to it when I have to chance. :wink:

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Welcome to YWS. I'm Rick. I hope you enjoy the site as much as we all do. After you get 25 reviews, you can access the YWS chatroom and talk about any work you're doing, ask for crits for anything, ask anyone if they have something they want/need critted, and/or just hang out in and talk about your day. Before you post your own work, you need atleast two crits. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions/concerns about anything.

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Hey! Welcome YWS Bebop! As Niteowl already mentioned, be sure to check out the sites Rules/Guides and FAQs. Don't hesitate to PM me if you have questions, Id be more than happy to help you. I know the site may seem very confusing.

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Hola and welcome to YWS!! *hands out muffins*

If you ever need anything at all then feel free to pm me and I'll be happy to help you out as best as I can. Check out the FAQ's and Guide if you haven't already - they are helpful.

As to a good book.....well I've only ever read Sylvia Plath from that list. Perhaps check out the 'Book Reviews' forum on here? That way you can see some popular books as well as those that others can recommend.

All the best with your writing and I hope you like it here.

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Hi! Welcome to YWS.


I haven't read any books by those authors but I like short stories :D
I am bad at writing them though.

I hope you like it here.


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Hey!

So, what genres do you like to write? I'm Mark, by the way. Be sure to check out the rules and all that, I'm sure you'll fit in, we are a very friendly and welcoming society here!

I don't know many of the writers you mentioned there, in fact I think I will check 'em out. I think everyone else has sought of tol d you the basics, but have a great time!

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Hey there!

Welcome to YWS!

Wow, short stories huh? I suck at that. lol but i try to make one.

Don't worry, you will succeed your struggles because I will help you! YAY!

Anyway, if you have any questions/concerns about the site, feel free to PM(private message) me.

Enjoy and have an AWESOME time!

See ya around!

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