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slinkylink
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Posted: 28 Feb 2023 at 3:42pm |
Here we are! Well, almost. So I thought I'd start a thread to pass the time.
So, on a scale of "I'm-a-shoo-in" to "No effin' way," how's everyone feeling?
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slinkylink
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I'll start:
I like my story. Far more than my round one story. But as far as advancing goes, my gut is telling me, "No. Not this time." For the following reasons: 1) Only the top 5 out of groups of 50 will advance. There are a lot of good stories on the forums. And who knows what else is *out there* that didn't post. Either way, the numbers are just plain tough. 2) Of all NYCM competitions, 250-word is the hardest for me. I tend to condense what should be flash when I probably should expand what might be 100-word micro. Or not. As I said, writing a solid 250-worder is a mystery to me. 3) I've been knocked out on horror twice. I'd like to believe 3rd time is a charm, but I don't believe in luck, so that's out. But if I don't make it through, I'm happy to beta-read for finalists! Edited by slinkylink - 28 Feb 2023 at 3:48pm |
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CHartman
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I am not feeling confident - I like my story but I have not advance any time I am given comedy or add comedy to my genre - I guess I am only funny to myself
I find this length to be the hardest as well - I really enjoy MF100 and Flash but I agree that 250 either feels like not enough or too much - this time I think I did not enough. I am hoping to squeeze through but won't be too disappointed if I don't
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wisemel
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Tomorrow! Ack! I am looking forward to these results, though I have no real sense of how I might do. I am happy with what I submitted, but it's impossible to guess how judges will respond or to know what we're up against when so few post on the forums.
I'd love to get through, but if I don't, I have several other writing projects to work on this weekend. So I guess I win either way! ;) |
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McAllister
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Oh man…5 out of 50. I am not feeling confident at all but am excited for results!
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Draiglas
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I'm also a "Not going through" for similar reasons. Numbers are pretty tough and I just don't think my story is particularly good - I thought it was bad when I submitted it and while I've warmed up to it a bit, I'm pretty aware of its flaws.
But eh, I'm busy this weekend anyway so not adding extra stress won't upset me |
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theinquisitor
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Probably the day after tomorrow for those of us east of the Atlantic, so I'm trying not to get too tense yet.
I am never confident of reaching the final. The competition's just too fierce at this stage. But of all the stories I have written for NYCM this is the one that's gone down best on the forum, so if that's any guide I have a chance. Plus I've tempted fate by making plans for most of Saturday.
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CHartman
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Your story was my favourite of the competition - I have thought about it often since reading it as it really resonated with me. I will be furious on your behalf if you don't make it to the next round!
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UK5AM
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I'm not confident, five out of fifty! But I am looking forward to feedback. I also have other writing to do this weekend so if I don't make it I am still busy enough.
I ended up quite liking my story subject and plot but I don't love the execution, so it is what it is. Best of luck, refreshing commences tomorrow
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NMiller
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I am excited! I'm not sure how my Ghost-rom/com will work with the judges and 5/50 is tough! Looking forward to feedback as well.
Wishing everyone the best of luck!!!
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