*sigh*

[thescarletwoman]

and then there are times I wonder why I even bother writing. I just got a review that made me feel so horrible about myself and my ability to write that I'm nearly in tears.

The one thing I've always prided myself on is characterizations. And how I craft a fic. The last thing I wrote... it wasn't intended on being a ground-breaking piece of fiction. Hell, it was mostly crackish if you'd actually read. There were things I didn't want to go into as an author and wanted to create a humourous atmosphere.

Apparently I fail and suck as a writer.

Joy.

And on top of that, I'm getting royally FUCKED with my car. The window "works" but it's not perfect. But if I want it back to how it should work, *I* have to pay the 350 bucks to do it. Yet, it was broken on THEIR watch. And then I had the general manager of the place tell me that even if someone smashed in my window while it was in their possession, it's my responsibility to replace it. I'm just livid -- and now telling me I suck as a writer isn't helping.

Anyone have any alcohol? Please?

Comments

[tqpannie.livejournal.com]

*hugs and hands over her vodka*

You know what it's only one review and who made anyone the be all end all of characterization.

Ignore the review and if you had fun writing it that's all that's important!

[ragdoll.livejournal.com]

*hugs you and passes the bottle* That sucks -- I don't know which story it was (I'm horribly behind because of exchange stuff) but it doesn't matter, that just is mean. If the person in question didn't get what you were trying to do, it's their fault, not yours.

I don't even get reviews and very few comments which makes me wonder why I bother. But I think I'd rather be ignored than have people savage me.

The car thing is insane. Can you check with your insurance company? I know my car window was once broken in a parking lot overnight. Never found the culprit. I was able to file the claim with my car insurance company and they covered all or most of it.

[syven.livejournal.com]

Whomever said you sucked as a writer needs their head examined. I've always enjoyed your writing for the believability, the care you take with characterizations and the stories you weave. And I am a very, very picky reader. Very. I always know when I'm reading one of your stories that I can expect a well-crafted, quality piece that leaves me wanting more.

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

awww, honey, i'm sorry! don't let one review make you feel bad about your writing. i KNOW how that can be, but - seriously. you ARE good. just remember that, okay? it's so hard to remember that we can't please everybody 100% of the time, so - i don't know. please yourself! and that person was stupid, i am certain. :D

i'm sorry about the car, though! WAAAH! *HUGS*

[pikkalam-sri.livejournal.com]

Ah, the double-edged blade of fandom - instant feedback sometimes equals instant criticism. But think about all the positive feedback you've gotten - what's one person opinion in the face of all that? Don't let it get you down!

[adaptor.livejournal.com]

"Anyone have any alcohol? Please?"

The 99 Cent Stores out here stock Snagria in juice boxes. It's all yours, babe!

/Dad calls it Burbank Champagne

[meleth.livejournal.com]

You mean that fic you just posted? The Snarry-Regulus thing? I can't think of anything that would warrant a review telling you you're a terrible writer. I enjoyed the piece. Despite really not being a Snarry fan, so there's that.

[tailoredshirt.livejournal.com]

*pours you a shot of tequila*

Or whatever you'd like, really. I have everything.

[octoberstorm.livejournal.com]

It's the name of the game, babycakes. I've been insulted for my humor more than once. Some stuff just is hit or miss. Chin up, and let them fuck off. If it's one thing that makes me eyeroll about fandom is there is a back button. Use it. I do. I may not like the story but there's no real reason to snark the author.

[erastes.livejournal.com]

Hey, don't sweat it. Not everyone is going to love your writing, and that's a fact of the universe. I've had almost universal love for Standish but it still hurts massively when I find a review that says "this book was the worst thing I've read this year" - and i've found a few of those, I just don't talk about them.

Chins up, hun.

[the_rainbow_jen]

I can't claim to have read everything you've written, but honestly, nothing coming from you, and the quality you write warrants criticism like it sounds. Sounds like a jealous sockpuppet to me. And who made them king of the universe to decide what is good? I love your stuff that I've read, and thats really all that matters :)

[freckles42.livejournal.com]

Also, I apparently missed this post entirely, but trust me when I say you are an awesome writer and somebody is apparently just hating. I'll have to agree with the "jealous sockpuppet" comment. It sounds like someone's got a bit of vitriol and doesn't know what to do with it.