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Review by Paul D
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Rated: E | (4.5)
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*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

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Review by Paul D
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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: Oh yeah, what is not to like. This action packed story is a great way to open a larger story. The reader is jerked into the action and kept there to the end.

*NoteO* Characters: not much of the characters is revealed, but the reader is enticed to want to know more.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: great job here. The setting is clear.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: there is a distinct feel of danger as well as hopelessness for those who cannot be saved.

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

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: the reader will want to read more.


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

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Review by Paul D
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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: This story presents an interesting idea, which could be expanded into a much longer story.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters come across very well. Their interaction is well done.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: good details bring the scene to life.

*Note* Dialogue: the dialogue is well done and advances the story.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy reading style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: a strong story with a very good ending.


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

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Review of The Wedding Day  
Review by Paul D
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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: my first impression is that this is like a snapshot of a point in time. I like the idea of the story. My only concern would be the “impact” of the story. To me the story is “typical”. There are no surprises. The conflict is minimal.

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

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the setting is clear. Add more details.

*Note* Dialogue: good use of dialogue.

*NoteB* Writing Style & Grammar:

wear it and she - wear it, and she -

crying and smearing her - crying and smeared her

playful shove, "Get out - playful shove. "Get out


*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: My suggestion would be to add more detail and surprise the reader at the end.


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

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Review by Paul D
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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, and i think kids would like it.

*NoteO* Characters: good use of characters. I would only suggest to add more character details.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the setting is clear. Add mre details of the setting.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: there is mystery mixed with fun.

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

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy to read style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: illustrations would be good to add.


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

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Review by Paul D
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Rated: E | (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 the story. The reader is brought into the scene very well.

*NoteO* Characters: the characters are clearly defined and interesting.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: this is one of the strengths of the story. The winter is well done.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: I got a bleak feeling from the story along with hope.

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

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy story to read.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: as the first part of a longer story, I would suggest to add something at the end to compel the reader to continue reading.


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

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Review by Paul D
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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: sorry, but I must disagree. This is the reason you should write poetry. I found it an interesting idea presented in a nice format that caught my attention.

Structure: there is not a set structure, but that is something you can play with or leave it as is.

Rhyme: there is no rhyme, but there is a smooth flow to the poem.

Rhythm: there is a good beat to the poem that carries the reader quickly along.

Imagery: this is a strength of the poem. Some really great images here: dirty black breath - there are a number of connotations here, leaving it up to the reader to fill in the blanks.


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Review by Paul D
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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 made me laugh; excellent idea that is well executed.

*NoteO* Characters: the character is captured perfectly.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: the over-the-top satire was right on.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: for me it was a combination of comedy and tragedy.

*Note* Dialogue: this is more like a monologue and is very well done.

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy reading style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: great stuff here.


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

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Review by Paul D
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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 like this tale of adventure. I think it ended a bit abruptly. I would suggest to add a bit more to wrap it all up.

*NoteG* Plot & Pace: I thought the pace was just right.

*NoteO* Characters: very well done. Top Hat came across very well as did all the animals. The people also were clearly defined.

*NoteR* Setting & Imagery: excellent work here; the descriptions bring the setting and characters to life.

*NoteW* Emotion, Mood & Atmosphere: the overall atmosphere of adventure and fun came across well; other emotions were shown along the way: frustration, fear, worry.

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

*NoteB* Writing Style: easy reading style.

*NoteG* Overall Impression & Conclusion: excellent story.


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

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Review of Inveigle Ch. 1  
Review by Paul D
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Rated: E | (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.

What I like: interesting characters and a good mystery.

Opening: great first paragraph; the reader's attention is captured right away and held to the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: good descriptive writing that brings the characters and scenes to life.

Dialogue: great dialogue; sounds natural and advances the story.

Characters: the characters are engaging, and their interaction is well done.

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

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Review by Paul D
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Rated: E | (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.

What I like: I like this a lot; it is quirky and fun.

Opening: good first paragraph that brings the reader into the story and holds them there to the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: this is one of the strengths of the story. The descriptive writing brings the character and scenes to life.

Characters: the character is engaging.

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

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Review of Katagma Chapter 1  
Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: an interesting character, and an intriguing suspense.

Opening: the first paragraph grabs the reader's attention and hold it to the end.
As the first part of a longer story, the reader will want to know what comes next.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: more details on the setting would be good.

Characters: good interaction between the characters.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

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


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Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: intense action; the mystery of why it is happening.

Opening: the reader is dropped into the action right away and is held by the story to the end.
As the first part of a longer story, this works well to gain the reader's attention, so they will want to keep reading.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the descriptive writing brings the characters and the scene to life.

Characters: good character interaction.


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


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Review by Paul D
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Rated: E | (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.

What I like: this is an intersting idea.

Opening: the reader is engaged by the story from beginning to end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the details of the scene are good; more details would make it even better.

Characters: the characters are identified, but for the most part are not developed. More details would be good.

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


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Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: Change the title, because this a novel you should write. Good action, characters, and a great idea. Go for it.

Opening: excellent first paragraph; this jump right into the action is very well done; it grabs the reader's attention and holds it to the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style. The first person pov is used effectively.

Scene/Setting: the descriptive writing brings the characters and the scene to life.

Characters: I loved the characters and their interaction.

Dialogue: great dialogue that advances the story.

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


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Review by Paul D
In affiliation with Sisco's Good Deed Group  
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.

What I like: good work on the scifi aspects; I like the characters.

Opening: good setting up of the background to the story. The reader is drawn into the story and held there to the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: good descriptive writing that brings the characters and scenes to life.

Characters: good character interaction.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

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


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Review by Paul D
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Rated: 13+ | (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.

What I like: the characters are interesting; it is well written. I found no grammatical errors.

Opening: for me, the first half of the story works well. The bar scene seemed anti-climactic.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: this is well done; the descriptive writing brings the characters and scenes to life.

Characters: the characters are engaging.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.


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Review of Chosen  
Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: the characters are interesting, and I like the idea of the story.

Opening: this is a good opening; the reader is pulled into the story and held until the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the descriptive writing brings the characters and the scenes to life.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

Characters: interesting characters, and their interaction is well done.

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

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Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: I enjoyed the characters and their interaction; the world created in the story is interesting and well done.

Opening: the reader is pulled into the story right and held until the end.
As the first part of a longer story, this works very well, and the reader will want to continue to the next chapter.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: good descriptive writing that brings the characters and scenes to life.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue to advance the story.

Characters: very well done.

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

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Review by Paul D
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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.

What I like: this account flows very well.

Opening: strong first paragraph hooks the reader into the story; they are held there until the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: this is one of the strengths of the story; the descriptive writing brings the people and the scenes to life.

Characters: the parents come across very well; the children could use some more description.

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

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Review by Paul D
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Rated: ASR | (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.

What I like: very creative with interesting characters.

Opening: the reader is caught up in the story right away and held to the end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: good descriptive writing that brings the characters and the scenes to life.

Dialogue: good dialogue that advances the story.

Characters: the characters are interesting, and their interaction is very well done.

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



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Review of The Cheshire Cat  
Review by Paul D
In affiliation with The Witch's House  
Rated: E | (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.

What I like: very well done; very creative idea that is well developed.

Opening: the reader is caught up in this other world from beginning to end.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: this is the strength of the story; the descriptive writing is excellent and brings the characters and the scenes to life.

Characters: I enjoyed the characters; excellent characterization.

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



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Review by Paul D
In affiliation with The Witch's House  
Rated: E | (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.

What I like: excellent; the world envisioned here is very well done. The alien creatures are presented in a dynamic way. The story is very well written.

Opening: good opening paragraph that introduces one of the main characters and the situation. The reader's imagination is engaged right away and held to the end.
As the first part of a longer story, this story will compel the reader to keep reading.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the descriptive writing brings the characters and the scenes to life. This is very well done.

Dialogue: great use of dialogue; in particular I like how the difference in language is explained.

Characters: delightful characters; their interaction is great; in particular I enjoyed the part of their first meeting. This showed the cultural differences - excellent work here.

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



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Review by Paul D
In affiliation with The Witch's House  
Rated: 13+ | (4.0)
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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.

What I like: I like the creativity of the story and the interesting characters.

Opening: the opening is good but also confusing. I would suggest just to describe the "thing."

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the scenes are clear; more details would be good.

Dialogue: I like the dialogue.

Characters: the characters are interesting, and their interaction is well done.

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



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Review of Purple Windows  
Review by Paul D
In affiliation with The Witch's House  
Rated: E | (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.

What I like: I like this a lot. I found the character Kanoa to be quite interesting.

Opening: a strong opening paragraph hooks the reader, and they are engaged to the end.
As the first part of a longer story, this works well to capture the reader's attention.

Style and Voice: easy reading style.

Scene/Setting: the descriptive writing brings the characters and the scenes to life.

Dialogue: good use of dialogue.

Characters: I enjoyed the interaction between the characters.

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



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