Or to be less 'clever' and more straightforward, I'm an amateur writer who has no idea what he's doing. I've been posting chapters of my story 'The Boy Downbelow' for the past couple of weeks, and sadly, I've had almost no feedback on what I'm doing write or wrong.
I write because I've enjoyed many books throughout the years, and well done stories have always made me feel more alive than real life ever could. I'd love it if my writing could someday evoke the same feelings in me (and other people, but mostly me).
So here's the thing: I know there are many issues with my writing. The problem is, I don't know exactly what those issues are and how to improve. I'd love it if my readers were kind enough to tell me one part of each chapter they did NOT like and the reason why once they're finished reading each chapter. It would help me get better and give me motivation to write more, which is another positive.
And finally, thanks to everyone who has bothered to read this rambling, late-night blog post and/or my stories.
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