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Active 4 years, 7 months ago-
Hilary replied to the topic Feedback on the Course in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoHappy so far, but I’m aware there’s a lot more I could be doing – and will be doing…
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1 – Writing exercise, Kaz in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoGorgeousness: My favourite bits were ‘afternoons draped in honey’ and ‘as cleanly as she peeled old skin from a white potato.’ I have been told I overwrite too sometimes. But what does it really mean?
I liked your I remember, too. Many of us chose to capture a single incident, or linked series, in our I remembers. I’ve also done it with…[Read more]
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John S Alty replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Fascinating tale, Philippa, well done for sticking it out to a triumphant end. Looking forward to reading the book.
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John S Alty replied to the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 7 months ago
I couldn’t do this idea justice. The right person could really build the tension and explore the changing relationships of the three characters as the story builds. Interesting project for someone, but not me.
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Athelstone started the topic The truth about – back then (part 2) in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Well, I got away with the last one so this is another blog from the Word Cloud. Apologies again to former Cloudies who remember it. To repeat myself, it’s worth saying straight out that I’m also sorry if they seem too locker-room in style. The male gaze is overused and far less important than male writers suppose. But the blogs are who I was…[Read more]
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Athelstone replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Well the story of the book is seriously interesting, so I can hardly wait to get my copy.
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Raine. in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoYES about the detail. So evocative.
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1 Writing Exercise, Jane in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoSorry you’re feeling that way, Jane. It’s great that we can support one another with or without feedback – glad you posted anyway.
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoI love the bit of dialogue about the peas.
I found the listening exercise very hard. Tried it again the other day. I would need to be very close or the speakers would need to be very loud!
Interesting about trying to write ‘gorgeous’ when you don’t feel you normally do. A good exercise, though, to try a different approach. Scary dream! -
John S Alty started the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 7 months ago
I woke this morning with an idea for a short story/novella. It’s not something I’d tackle so I thought I’d put it out there for anyone looking for a new project:
Two women have taken on the challenge of rowing across the Atlantic for a charity – say, breast cancer awareness – and have acquired the necessary sponsorship, had a boat built and have…[Read more]
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Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
I’m not sure. An I remember exercise about a particular relationship would be something of a curiosity I think. I enjoyed writing these short pieces because they helped me remember the taste of the time rather than focusing on every intense flavour.
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Athelstone replied to the topic Chaos and Catastrophe: Radstock, 1876 in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
It’s really hard to believe that somebody could send deliberately ridiculous/obstructive messages like Herbert John when lives were at stake (and I know he was only 18). That said, it’s a level of managerial incompetence and hubris that almost defies belief. Sadly, as the years go by it’s clear that more than cream floats to the top.
Another…[Read more]
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Hilary replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Thanks for sharing this, Philippa. What a journey!
And I would just like to add, for the record, that while Philippa was going through all this, and working (and crying) so hard, she has continued to be ever-generous in giving support and encouragement to others. Much appreciated. -
Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Thank you, Kaz. Do you think this might count as an “I remember” exercise?
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Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
Thanks Gerry and Richard. Oh, and Richard – more rails. Definitely.
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoDid the listening exercise this morning. Not ideal as I couldn’t hear very well – the tables were too far apart. So it’s not dialogue, just snippets. But, for what it’s worth, here are some of my eavesdroppings!
…completely messed up my belly button…
He obviously thinks they’re after something else.
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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoThank you, Kaz.
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Athelstone started the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 7 months ago
How long is it since we had a blog?
It’s been a funny few weeks for me. But never mind all that. This is a blog from the Word Cloud, so apologies to former Cloudies who remember it. I may post a couple more of these blogs as well, so it’s worth saying straight out that I’m also sorry if they seem too locker-room in style. They are who I was.
The…[Read more]
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Hilary replied to the topic Syllabus and course materials. in the forum
Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 7 months agoAndrew Wille sends his regards to the group and says if we have any questions please ask. I think he’s posting bit of additional stuff soon on his website.
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