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esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for sharing your personal experience. But there's no one-size-fits-all story. So I don't think any author can write a story that could be enjoyed by everyone, everywhere. Mostly will get a target group of readers.

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika If you don't mind, can you tell me some of the titles that you've published. I might be one of your potential readers too!

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for commenting.

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for the motivation!

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for the encouragement. You're right, sometimes I'm too laid back that I stop half way writing. Will keep writing & working on the manuscript. Later, I might start a discussion on 'editing' & publishing. Hope to see your comment.

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Come to think of it, posting my stories on blog for others to judge would be a good idea, since most of them don't know what I look like, so I might feel less embarassed. Thanks for the tips! Happy writing to you too!

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for your opinion. All the best to you & don't forget to let me know when you've published your book.

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 17 Aug 08

I've received an offer to edit & proofread articles on a freelance basis. But they asked me to quote a price. But I'm not sure what's the market rate right now. If I charge to much, I probably won't get the job. But if I charge...

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esthatika thanks for your advice!

21 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks, really appreciate your advice. I'll start another discussion on it soon.

18 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 18 Aug 08

I'm planning to buy a digital camera (the normal pocket-size with auto lens), but I'm not sure how to compare the product's features, for example between a Canon and Olympus or Minolta. For instance, how many pixels is considered...

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esthatika thanks for the tips!

18 Aug 08

fineartist @fineartist (1217) • United States 17 Aug 08

if so, have you liked any of them? i have started to read about certain types of graphic novels and hope to increase my knowledge of them. but i haven't read any of them yet. so, if you have read any graphic...

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esthatika A note on genre ... If you're talking about Japanese Manga, it does have different genre such as horror, romance, thriller, comedy, action, mystical and so on. However, it goes to a more specific level, where Manga is categorised according to certain targeted...

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esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Sometimes I think that our family members, friends, colleagues and people that cross path with us in our life, are somehow related to us in our past life. Perhaps, we are reincarnated or rebirth in this life, but still within the...

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esthatika Me too...the seeds planted yesterday will bear the fruits in the future. In Buddhism, the karma and effect are strongly emphasised. It might be easier for most Asians to grasp these concepts compared to Westerners, as these concepts are really abstract....

17 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for the advice. oh yah, I've written some stories, bits and pieces, and sometimes I feel what I produced isn't good enough, so I didn't dare to show it to my friends for a comment.

17 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika Thanks for the advice. I'll try to write more short stories to brush up my writing skill. I usually write articles which is more factual in my line of work, so I'm not used to writing fiction, but I've always wanted to write a novel. Do you mind telling me...

17 Aug 08

esthatika @esthatika (85) • Malaysia 14 Aug 08

Every time I read a novel, especially a good one, my desires to write a novel becomes greater. But to realise this dream of writing a novel is easier said than done. Anyone in MyLot who has written a novel and published it? Or is...

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esthatika I've read some articles and books about "writing", and most of them recommended the writer-to-be to keep a journal. It may come in handy when you want to start writing a novel or other genre of books. In short, keeping a journal is a wise attempt.

17 Aug 08

fineartist @fineartist (1217) • United States 16 Aug 08

I prefer reading fiction books.

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esthatika To fineartist ...You're welcome. Glad that I found someone who shares the same interest in books. The next time you came across a good book (especially thriller or horror) do recommend it to me. Happy reading!

17 Aug 08

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