Hi All,
I'm Sterling, been writing for a long ass time. Human. Over 21. I write male or female or anything else.
Here are my 'things':
1)I don't really write on the forum anymore. I find it cumbersome and slow. I write almost exclusively on Google Docs and I'm happy that way. I don't really want to change that. If you're not comfortable, I respect that and say we'll probably not be a good match. I will say I've never felt the need to stalk someone, I run my own business so I don't really have the TIME to stalk someone. If you've never used Google Docs before,I suggest you check them out, they are epic.
2)If you ONLY write one sex/gender...*sighs* That's very limiting. And disappointing. I write all. Humans, males, females, aliens, androgynous...It doesn't matter. Character is character no matter your chromosomes.
3)I like to discuss details via Discord. Please message me there Sterling#7640.
Sub note for this: I will have 'interview' questions for you.
4) Quality. I'll say the generic 'we all make mistakes' bullshit because of course we do...But if I have to go through your posts editing... It will make it difficult for me to reply. Spelling should be fair, grammar should be fair. I have pet peeves for writing and I'll let you know what they are right now:
Writing Pet Peeves:
Repeating words. Get a thesaurus, look up new vocab. I should not read the same adjective over and over again in a sentence.
Poorly constructed sentences. If I can't figure out what you mean because the subject and the verb are too far way from each other, or you don't even have a subject... No. Thanks.
Misused words. If you're not sure of the meaning of the word you're using, look it up. Confirm it. Presumably we're all typing on computers or iPads or something. Meaning we have access to the internet and the capacity to Google It.
5) I have pet peeves for characters too.
Character Pet Peeves:
Flawless characters who don't need to learn or grow or change because they are already perfect. Unless this character is added for humorous purposes, no thank you.
Presumed relationships (whether that be friends, enemies or love etc.). No. Let the characters work that shit out. Don't go in saying "THEY MUST FALL IN LOVE" or "THEY WILL HATE EACH OTHER".
Goody Two Shoes. They are annoying. Not everyone has to be jerks, but surely we're beyond the 'white knight' trope. What about a white knight with a gambling problem? Skeletons in their closet? Commitment phob? Something!
Okay, those are my 'things'. This is where someone would throw up some plots or pairings and shit would get real generic. Instead let's say I don't know what I'm looking for, but when I see it, I'll know it. You know?
You:
Over 18, probably over 21.
Human (ish)
Google Docs
Discord
Will contribute to the plot significantly.
Will have interesting diverse characters that change, grow, or even devolve.
Happy to brainstorm and come up with a general outline for the story. I've been 'free balling it' for years and had very little success with stories coming to good conclusions. I've started writing up outlines and plots (with room to change as needed if the characters suddenly take the story in a different direction) and it's WAY more productive and actually enjoyable. It's a story, with a beginning, middle, and end. Instead of a never ending ill formed role play.
Not freaked out by my 'pain in the ass' personality
Replies once daily or preferably more. **** This is flexible if the writing is quality and engaging.
Can keep up.
SEND ME A WRITING SAMPLE VIA PM ON THE GUILD **** If you don't do this I will know you did not read the entire IC.
Some other ideas.
If I were you I'd go look at my other interest checks, which are pretty old. They were more optimistic so you get a slightly better feel for my passion etc.
I'm Sterling, been writing for a long ass time. Human. Over 21. I write male or female or anything else.
Here are my 'things':
1)I don't really write on the forum anymore. I find it cumbersome and slow. I write almost exclusively on Google Docs and I'm happy that way. I don't really want to change that. If you're not comfortable, I respect that and say we'll probably not be a good match. I will say I've never felt the need to stalk someone, I run my own business so I don't really have the TIME to stalk someone. If you've never used Google Docs before,I suggest you check them out, they are epic.
2)If you ONLY write one sex/gender...*sighs* That's very limiting. And disappointing. I write all. Humans, males, females, aliens, androgynous...It doesn't matter. Character is character no matter your chromosomes.
3)I like to discuss details via Discord. Please message me there Sterling#7640.
Sub note for this: I will have 'interview' questions for you.
4) Quality. I'll say the generic 'we all make mistakes' bullshit because of course we do...But if I have to go through your posts editing... It will make it difficult for me to reply. Spelling should be fair, grammar should be fair. I have pet peeves for writing and I'll let you know what they are right now:
Writing Pet Peeves:
Repeating words. Get a thesaurus, look up new vocab. I should not read the same adjective over and over again in a sentence.
Poorly constructed sentences. If I can't figure out what you mean because the subject and the verb are too far way from each other, or you don't even have a subject... No. Thanks.
Misused words. If you're not sure of the meaning of the word you're using, look it up. Confirm it. Presumably we're all typing on computers or iPads or something. Meaning we have access to the internet and the capacity to Google It.
5) I have pet peeves for characters too.
Character Pet Peeves:
Flawless characters who don't need to learn or grow or change because they are already perfect. Unless this character is added for humorous purposes, no thank you.
Presumed relationships (whether that be friends, enemies or love etc.). No. Let the characters work that shit out. Don't go in saying "THEY MUST FALL IN LOVE" or "THEY WILL HATE EACH OTHER".
Goody Two Shoes. They are annoying. Not everyone has to be jerks, but surely we're beyond the 'white knight' trope. What about a white knight with a gambling problem? Skeletons in their closet? Commitment phob? Something!
Okay, those are my 'things'. This is where someone would throw up some plots or pairings and shit would get real generic. Instead let's say I don't know what I'm looking for, but when I see it, I'll know it. You know?
You:
Over 18, probably over 21.
Human (ish)
Google Docs
Discord
Will contribute to the plot significantly.
Will have interesting diverse characters that change, grow, or even devolve.
Happy to brainstorm and come up with a general outline for the story. I've been 'free balling it' for years and had very little success with stories coming to good conclusions. I've started writing up outlines and plots (with room to change as needed if the characters suddenly take the story in a different direction) and it's WAY more productive and actually enjoyable. It's a story, with a beginning, middle, and end. Instead of a never ending ill formed role play.
Not freaked out by my 'pain in the ass' personality
Replies once daily or preferably more. **** This is flexible if the writing is quality and engaging.
Can keep up.
SEND ME A WRITING SAMPLE VIA PM ON THE GUILD **** If you don't do this I will know you did not read the entire IC.
Some other ideas.
If I were you I'd go look at my other interest checks, which are pretty old. They were more optimistic so you get a slightly better feel for my passion etc.
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