SOL: Author Blogs

Denham Forrest: Cheers folks!

2012-02-10T22:38:00Z

“In Dreams” appears to have gone down far better with the readers than I had expected it would.

Excepting of course for the little glitch that caused me to have to post chapter two twice. We still do not know where all of those ruddy hyphens originated by the way! Or, why they did not materialise on Sol’s sister site.

My thanks go to all of you who wrote to me about the tale. I’m sorry that I haven’t got back to everyone, but I’m in a little bit of a 2’n’8 here! (That’ll get some of the colonials scratching their heads, I’m sure!)

The reason for that is, I’m less than a quarter of the way through getting my cataracts fixed. One new lens has been fitted. A lens that I can actually see through quite well; but regretfully my close vision through it, is not as perfect as it could be. I will need spectacles even after the other lens has been replaced.

Generally I can see far better now than I have done for many years. But at present, my sight as far as using the computer is concerned (and watching the TV, by the way), is absolute complete crap!

I’m struggling along, by using 1980’s screen resolutions on large HD monitors and sometimes even then resorting to a magnifying glass as well. And regretfully I can’t last very long in one hit; so plenty of long breaks from the screen looking at pretty vistas and distant horizons are called for. Kind-a messes things up even more when your active day is limited anyway.

Funny though -- when you’ve had cataracts for a while -- you forget just how beautifully colourful this world of ours is. Seems I’ve been looking at it through a thick white mist for the last… god knows how many years.

Anyway, I posted ‘In Dreams’ at this time, because I had promised a couple of people that I would be putting several new stories up shortly after Christmas. Most of the others are longer tales, but the final chapters of all of them have had to go onto hold for a while. There’s too much rereading involved making sure that I haven’t repeated myself, or forgotten anything. And everyone should know by now, that I no longer post any part of a tale until the whole thing is complete and ready to post.

However, there is one other new Denham Forrest tale hiding away on the Internet. Its called ‘Shut Up and Drive!’ And anyone who wishes to track the tale down, can find it by visiting Papatoad’s blog through his author page on this site. Then click on the address for Papatoad’s stories and then just follow your inquisitive nose.

“Shut Up And Drive!” will appear on this site in roughly one month’s time; all other things being equal of course! I still don’t know how the rest of this eye surgery is going to go.

DC

Uncle Jim: May

2012-02-10T22:37:09Z

I have sent the story to be posted.

As I said in the comments, this is a short, but VERY DARK story about a young woman recovering after a very bad auto accident.

I have had this story on hold for several years now. I woke up one morning with it in my head and quickly wrote it out. I have had several people look at it, and asked them if I should post it.

Some said to NOT post it, and others said to go ahead and post it. I leave it to you the readers to decide if you like it or not. It is a bit disturbing.

Please let me know how you feel about the story.

I hope to have the new Magic Ink story ready to begin posting in two weeks.

rlfj: Chapter 50

2012-02-10T19:19:23Z

I was surprised by the number of readers who recalled Grace Hopper & had either met her or heard her speak. Truly fascinating woman. She really was one of the giants.

A few typos, not many, but a few. Some readers noticed the Corporal - Specialist 4 mix-up in a few places. When I first wrote the story, Spec 4 Jones was written as a corporal, but I then found out that would have been unusual at the time. I did a substitution, but it slipped past a few times. Sorry about that.

Some readers would have noticed that the jody call section of 48 changed formatting a few times. The blockquote & alignment tags change on uploading at times, very persnickety. The system moderator fixed it.

rlfj

Aurora: The Odd Couple

2012-02-10T19:14:55Z

Well there we are, my take on a ghost story. What next, I wonder? There is more Ned Kelly, but at the moment I am so busy that I shouldn't have taken time out to write this one. I hope everyone enjoys it.

Jacqueline Jillinghoff: I'm thinking, I'm thinking

2012-02-10T16:43:51Z

Got an anonymous email this morning asking when the next chapter of High School Hookers will be posted. I admit, it's been a while since I posted chapter 3. I'm sorry to say, I have not started chapter 4 yet, and it may be a little while before I can. Life can be like that - late nights at the office, that sort of thing. This Saturday, I'll be at the movies watching the HD broadcast of Götterdämmerung from the Met. That's an all-day affair - noon to six. And to tell you the truth, I am having a little trouble figuring out exactly what happens next. So please be patient. I promise I will get back to work.

Wandering Lanes: What's Happening? - Not a lot!

2012-02-10T10:19:36Z

I've been told off by Gnume for not keeping everyone up to date with the progress of my work ...

It's like the old sign, Danger Bulldozing in progress, except there is no Danger, I'm not progressing, I seem to be dozing and the sign is Bull!

I've just started chapter 8 of Mages of Zorba'n (don't worry if you think you've missed the first seven, you haven't. I'm trying to get the story written first before posting)

I have to also apologise to my proof-readers as I've not sent them anything since before Christmas. It's me at fault not them and I'm happy to send my work to them if they're prepared to take me on again? (I will be emailing them directly)

So I'm sorry for the delay and please bear with me in this.

WL

DG Hear: Flirting Goes Too Far

2012-02-10T03:09:24Z

I lost her. Sometime we make the wrong decisions.
Thank you for reading my stories. Drop me a note and let me know what you thing.
Thanks
DG

IronBuddah: Writing schedule

2012-02-10T01:59:01Z

At the end of December, I came up with a planned writing schedule that I thought would get me writing more...then I started dating someone.

I don't think I'll quit writing entirely, but it does mean that my writing schedule will probably be even more erratic than it was in the past. Since I don't know how many stories I will even try to write this year, when I do write I'll concentrate on finishing up Boobiliscious and writing about Meagan and Peter, since I know the painting Meagan series generates the most fan mail.

I was really bummed when one of my favorite authors posted a message like this, so I've put off posting it for a while, but I've gotten a few questions about Meagen in my email recently, so I thought I should say something.

Dinspiration: Oops...

2012-02-09T23:33:15Z

So, I was made aware that my attempt to copy/paste the text for Wednesday Evening meant the italics didn't show up...

I've resubmitted that portion the other way (as a webpage), so that problem should be gone once the submission goes through. I've also made a number of small edits through out the entire story - basically, the entire story has been re-posted. In about two days, check it out again and everything should be right.

As far as Thursday morning goes - I'm still in the middle of writing it, and it may take me at least a few weeks (depends how well the creative juices flow)... so please bear with me on that. Its shaping up to be a very active and sex-filled chapter, so its worth the wait.

Phil Brown: Ms. LaToya's Challenge

2012-02-09T21:45:52Z

One of the pleasant surprises of becoming an author on SoL’s website, is the mechanism they have that allows readers to easily access the author of a story. Simply by clicking the “Feedback to Author” link at the bottom of each chapter, you can send (via e-mail) compliments, criticisms, and questions straight to the author.

If you include your e-mail address, (your option) I generally try to respond. Especially if there’s a question I can answer about the story.

I received an e-mail last month, that I found interesting. It was from Ms. LaToya, who wrote:

“…I am surprised that there has not been any real lesbian sexual learning/exploring between some of the ladies. This may be something coming down the road, I don't know. But, as a woman and a lesbian myself, I would love to see that happen. You cannot tell me that a 16 year old male, and even older men, don’t enjoy watching it.”

Now I’ll admit to you, as I did in my reply to Ms. LaToya, that while I am a heterosexual male, and while (if I ever got the chance), I might like to watch, I have NEVER written about lesbian/gay relationships before. She quickly pointed out that, since STT was my first story, I hadn’t written about time travel or Empaths before, either.

(Ouch!)

Why is it that all the women I meet are smarter than me?

Long story short, I accepted her challenge, and with much assistance from Ms. LaToya, I have introduced a lesbian character. With her encouragement and guidance, I have tried to make it a part of the story, just as it is today, a part of life. With all its happiness and sorrow, all its pleasure and pain. I hope it adds to your enjoyment of STT as Amy explores this side of herself.

Thank you LaToya, for all your help, (and all the cold showers I endured as we discussed a subject I admittedly still have much to learn about). You made the learning fun!

aroslav: 10,000 Downloads

2012-02-09T16:02:00Z

I look at some of the seasoned authors on SOL like Jay Cantrell and see excess of 300,000 downloads for their stories. It is definitely something to aspire to. But we celebrate the small things. Yesterday I crossed the 10,000 download mark and I'm thrilled. I've been on SOL for only a few days over two months and am happy with the reception.

I've also been getting an increasing amount of comments and email that is very gratifying. Among the most common responses that I've received this week is the request to please make "Model Student" more than just two chapters. Sometimes it is difficult to stretch a story out, but as it turns out this was an easy one to imagine a little more in depth. So, as soon as I've finished editing it, I'll post chapter two of "Model Student" today or early tomorrow. Then I'll have chapter three up on about the 15th or 16th. Will that be the last chapter? I think so, but I know that a lot will happen to Tony, Melody, and Lissa in the next week, so who knows?

I just finished RPSuch's great story "Revenge of the Nerd" this week. It's another of my top picks. It has some hot scenes, true, but it has absolutely great character development, dynamic and contrasting family situations, and a solid storyline. This story gets a "10" on my grading scale. I hope you'll enjoy it, too.

Lapi: Feb 2012

2012-02-09T14:03:32Z

Several folks have ideas on my stories. If anyone wants to write some things I will put a universe up for you to use. Let me know.

Pouget: The future for Nemi

2012-02-09T11:25:20Z

I'm sending her out to work.

Thing is, I can either keep her here on SOL, but I like the idea of re-imaginig her - getting her onto Kindle and Smashwords - and earning some money.

And I don't have the time, energy, imagination, blah, blah, blah, to write her for SOL and to re-write her for money.

So the money wins.

I'll probably write one more episode for here, and that will be the end of her adventures on SOL.

If you want to follow her, I'm keeping up-to-date notes over at JungleAmazon for those who are interested.

As for the future of SOL, I hope to figure out a next chapter for Tarjana sometime soon.

Hugz...PP

Dave177793: Lack of productivity

2012-02-09T06:21:57Z

For anyone who is interested.

I haven't abandoned the Alternate Taylors. I have been getting buried in OT at work and writing time has been hard to come by. Hope to complete the next chapter soon.

JRyter: 'The Legend of Eli Crow'

2012-02-09T04:31:54Z

Chapter 15 of 'The Legend of Eli Crow' has been submitted for posting on SOL.

With Marshal Duncan's head injury once again patched up, he, Eli and Jefferson Whitehead board a riverboat headed back to Fort Smith.

The Robertson brothers and their grandfather are moving their leather shop to Fort Smith after Eli's promise of a better future at the border town.

Their arrival in Fort Smith is a happy occasion, as the Crow family shares one of the most joyous and memorable days of their lives.

Codes: slow, minimal sex, violence, language
Genre: Western

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One day I was speeding along at the typewriter, and my daughter - who was a child at the time - asked me, "Daddy, why are you writing so fast?" And I replied, "Because I want to see how the story turns out!" ........Louis L'Amour

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"Picking up hookers instead of my pen,
I let the words of my youth fade away...."

Willie Nelson singing....
'My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys'

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peregrinf: A New Email Address

2012-02-07T22:42:27Z

Because of a change of ISPs (I've got broadband!) I am changing my email address. The new one has been verified by SOL, so responses from here should find me with no trouble.

The new one (peregrinf@wildblue.net) makes more sense anyway.

rlfj: Chapter 49

2012-02-07T22:09:14Z

It seems I got the rewritten 47 & 48 mostly right. I got quite a few readers who wrote about their experiences with the Army, mostly along the line that they remembered these things well. The shot line brought back a lot of memories to people, generally not in a good way! A lot of the memories were the type where you look back after 20-30 years and laugh, but at the time they were a royal pain in the ass! I think you’ll find that in any field.

I think I have the major errors and screwups in my story corrected, but there will also be some minor items that people will notice. For instance, a number of people said that the Airborne doesn’t say HOO-RAH, but says AIRBORNE! I fixed that, along with a reference to an Interstate section that didn’t exist in 1977. Another thing I have seen is that every few years the Army (and the Navy, I hear from my son) seems to change things just for the sake of changing things! What was the purpose of changing the Division Readiness Force to the Division Ready Brigade? Same people doing the same things. Well, I’m sure the people who think these things up are much wiser than I am, and they have to be better paid than I am!

If you find an inconsistency in the story over your personal experience, let me know. I won’t promise I will rewrite the story, but I will at least give it some thought. Thanks.

rlfj

Coaster2: Production Irregularities

2012-02-07T17:31:58Z

I was reading Alan Joyal's blog of Feb 2 and realized just how common are the problems those of us who choose to write and post our stories.
Lately, I've been on a "hot streak," if you can call it that. Last year was a struggle and it wasn't until mid-December that something clicked and got me going again. Since then I've posted two stories, "Coming From Behind" and "Delayed Reaction," have another near final editing, and another finished and waiting for editing (they are volunteers after all and I don't want to overload them), another three-quarters written and still another (a sequel) at least half written.
I'm afflicted with a lousy memory these days, entirely due to age, I'm sure. So, if I get an idea for a story, I stop what I'm doing and get an outline down so that I don't forget the concept. The problem with that is that some of my outlines are eight chapters long (LOL). Anyway, it looks like 2012 is going to be a much more productive first half at least and my brain isn't as empty as I originally thought.
Cheers,
Coaster2 (Steve)

irish Writer: What is prologue may not all be the truth.

2012-02-07T15:52:23Z

Some of my readers were upset about the Prologue. They say it gave away the story. Others said it did a excellent job of setting the stage and helping to get ready for the story.
I think it does set the stage. Long after events have passed into memory, we often go back to places to remember things. Good, bad and challenging. Auschwitz, Dachau, and Nuremburg are remembered for the history. So are Gettysburg, chancellorsville and Normandy. And places and events change over time as we gain a different perspective.

As to giving away too much? I am not sure. Remember, Real estate agents don't always tell the truth.

Forgotten Idol: Man Down!

2012-02-07T20:20:21Z

I have a few stories that I can no longer post to this website. I'm currently looking for a new home to make all my stuff available. I will be posting here whatever happens to fall within the new guidelines. I will update when I find a new stomping ground.

As always, any suggestions or recommendations or you just want to say hi, you can contact me at forgottenidol@yahoo.com

Additionally, I have reposted the 3rd chapter or Jenny In The World of lust, as I did not like the direction it was taking previously.

UPDATE: For the time being, my stories will be available here http://www.asstr.org/files/Authors/Forgottenidol/ Currently still in the process of migrating them there.

Anne N. Mouse: All done

2012-02-07T13:25:32Z

I've got the final two chapters of On Dog Creek back from Boon Dock and will be reviewing them and getting them up in the next little while. If you find the end unsatisfying I still hope you will stay tuned to the A Bitch in Time universe. There is more to tell and more to see but it seemed like it was time to give Seamus a rest.

Celtic Bard: Please Read

2012-02-07T08:10:29Z

I have a new announcement on my external blog at http://jmfhildebrandt.livejournal.com/. It has to do with Reign of Madness as well as an explanation of what I have been up to lately and what my plans are as of now. There is also a snippet of something I have been working on but have not yet finished. Something new for the Magic at War Universe, unfortuately, and not anything most of you have been waiting for. Sorry about that. Give my x-blog a look and you will get more details.

Felix Bauer: Posted Chapter 4 of The Phoenix Group

2012-02-07T03:12:38Z

I just added Chapter 4 to the posting queue.

I think I now have enough of the story up to show it to some editors and hope one of them likes it enough to invest the work to improve it on the technical side. With English not being my native language, I'm sure there are a bunch of mistakes to correct.

oyster50: One ends... Another... ?

2012-02-07T02:06:21Z

I brought "Neighbors" to a close. As one reader commented, comparing it to its predecessor, "Neighborly", still available on ASSTR, at least nobody died in this one.

I tossed together a second chapter of "Brenda", just because I wanted to give them more time together and to show the relationship developing past a two-day fling. There's at least ONE more chapter to that story, maybe two or three. We'll see what the muse tells me.

Kimberly will be coming back with Tim and her lesbian aunt Jen and Jen's lover, Laci, because they're a fun set of ideas.

And there's another story bubbling in the damp recesses of my mind, brought on by a bit of classical music. I've got this college senior, on a music scholarship, a gifted flautist, and a young engineer who's on his first job since his service in Iraq. He's got some PTSD issues that mess with his head. And she's friendly and fun and ... (Red-headed, too... indulge me my fantasies)

Anne N. Mouse: Nearing the end

2012-02-06T15:19:34Z

I believe that I have most of the story that I want told complete in On Dog Creek. I am not sure how much more I have to write as the story stands at just over 17,000 words now.

I guess that leaves the question of what comes next? Am I through with the Bitch in Time universe with this story? The answer to the first is that I am fairly sure I intend to write Rocky's story from her view point which also means that no I am not through with this universe.