How Much Should Grammar And Spelling Weight With A Review?

**aree** · 08-03-2006

In Eryn's defense, he does editing for a living and it's his nature to find mistakes. We've also done collaborative writing together for years, as well as with other people, so grammar and spelling errors kinda jump out at us after working with anal, type A perfectionists!

I don't think anyone here said there was an "issue" about grammar and spelling, but more what their preferences were. This doesn't seem like a judgemental group but we *are* having a discussion and opinions are bound to vary. I can look past the mistakes and get to the meat of a story, but as some mentioned, it can be difficult to read and sometimes interests wane.
From a different perspective, maybe some of the Dom/mes here would like their subbie's writing to be the best it can be and will point out the errors as a learning experience for their little one.
Also, I am not one of those that read the stories to "get off." LOL. I really am looking for a bit of literary substance since my home library is full and has been read several times already!

**Tojo** · 08-03-2006

Well OK- let's look at it from my point of view, as an occasional writer.

I write a story & post it for the world to see- I don't wish to hear a lot of flowery crap about how wonderful the story is, if it just isn't.

If it sucks, I want to know. If I have poor grammar or spelling I also want to know- otherwise why have reviews?

Yes I can see the logic in encouraging new authors & do my damndest to say encouraging things- but ultimately what am I to do if a story is total rubbish IMO? I don't want a story to be perfect, but there are limits.

I guess I'm a bit of a prick too...

Tojo

**aree** · 08-03-2006

I guess I'm a bit of a prick too...

No, you're not.

**StillBehindBlueEyes** · 08-03-2006

I don't think anyone here said there was an "issue" about grammar and spelling, but more what their preferences were.

Smiles didn't mean issues in this thread. I meant that I didn't realize grammer would be such an issue in submitting a novel length story.

If my work is crap, sure I Don't want to know.

If I was a new author and someone told me my work was crap I'd never submit again.

Your work is like your baby and who wants to be told that that they have an ugly baby. If you like a story tell them if not just move on.

I can't speak for everyone but I'm not submitting to have brutal words thrust on me. I'm submitting to get a thrill and to give a thrill.

My word I must be getting comfortable here to speak this way

Kisses to you all as I jump off my soapbox again.

**aree** · 08-03-2006

Your work is like your baby and who wants to be told that that they have an ugly baby.

I sure hear that! I have a really hard time taking any criticism about my writing, even if I know it's for the better. Sometimes I won't share with Eryn because of it.

**H Dean** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by aree

I guess I'm a bit of a prick too...

No, you're not.

You know you are screwed when they start thinking of you as a nice guy.

**Tojo** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by H Dean

You know you are screwed when they start thinking of you as a nice guy.

Oh I was screwed a long time ago.

Tojo

**Tojo** · 08-11-2006

Originally Posted by H Dean

You know you are screwed when they start thinking of you as a nice guy.

Looks like you're in trouble now Mr. Dean....

Tojo

**H Dean** · 08-11-2006

See, it it they who think I am a nice guy. It is I who knows better. It is they who shall suffer (scary laugh).

Is anyone buying this?

**StillBehindBlueEyes** · 08-11-2006

Originally Posted by H Dean

See, it it they who think I am a nice guy. It is I who knows better. It is they who shall suffer (scary laugh).

Is anyone buying this?

Giggles, then chuckles, then falls off chair laughing.
Sbbe

**Tojo** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by aree

I guess I'm a bit of a prick too...

No, you're not.

Oh now that's sweet.

Thanks aree.

Yes you are lol

Thanks to you too missy.

Sorry SBBE....My post came across a bit harsher than intended.
This reviewing thing is very tricky- Ruby's post helped clarify it a little for me.
I'm a bit cheesed off, as I haven't been inspired to write for a while now. There's a beautiful girl lying on a leather covered bench in a story right now. She's been there for months, going crazy with lust waiting for me to get back there....

Tojo

**katie_21** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by Tojo

Oh now that's sweet.

Thanks aree.

Thanks to you too missy.

Sorry SBBE....My post came across a bit harsher than intended.
This reviewing thing is very tricky- Ruby's post helped clarify it a little for me.
I'm a bit cheesed off, as I haven't been inspired to write for a while now. There's a beautiful girl lying on a leather covered bench in a story right now. She's been there for months, going crazy with lust waiting for me to get back there....

Tojo

Oh now I'm depressed, thanks a lot

**StillBehindBlueEyes** · 08-03-2006

Giggle, no offense taken. I just love the way every topic here is treated fairly and everyone is allowed to say what they feel. Even if that means H Dean has to be allowed to post too.

**H Dean** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by StillBehindBlueEyes

Giggle, no offense taken. I just love the way every topic here is treated fairly and everyone is allowed to say what they feel. Even if that means H Dean has to be allowed to post too.

You better be nice to me or I will be really mean and stuff!

**katie_21** · 08-03-2006

Originally Posted by Tojo

I guess I'm a bit of a prick too...

Tojo

Yes you are lol

Honestly I don't really pay attention to grammar and spelling.

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