I still very much enjoy WB—the community, culture, and competition—but there are always things that emerge less ideal for some. I decided this year that I'll be competing in the Winter 1K, and the Fall 2K. Plus I will be trying the Pro Autumn 1K: Fear battle, but I'll be skipping all the others to focus on writing my novel and avoiding story lengths that I hate writing. I'm also not participating in any Twisted competitions, as I feel they are too expensive for what they offer at this point.
Your opening section is exactly what I needed to hear coming into this new year! And in your poem, this part especially struck me: "our final worth will be reduced to / the next intelligible species / farming breakfast / out of our asses. / At least then, we’d be worth something" There's a sense of solemness to it, but also hope for the future.
Awesome newsletter Chris!! Looking forward to reading more.
Congrats on the stories! But really I came here to say, you did great on the tone of this one to match the messaging. Loved it.
Many thanks! I appreciate that. I hope your New Year is off to a great start. ; )
I'm sorta missing writing battle, even if it makes me mad lol
I still very much enjoy WB—the community, culture, and competition—but there are always things that emerge less ideal for some. I decided this year that I'll be competing in the Winter 1K, and the Fall 2K. Plus I will be trying the Pro Autumn 1K: Fear battle, but I'll be skipping all the others to focus on writing my novel and avoiding story lengths that I hate writing. I'm also not participating in any Twisted competitions, as I feel they are too expensive for what they offer at this point.
I ended up signing up for everything except the romance one 🤣
Nice! Wishing you much success in the new year!
Stella! Thank you so much. I wish you the very best too! ; )
Your opening section is exactly what I needed to hear coming into this new year! And in your poem, this part especially struck me: "our final worth will be reduced to / the next intelligible species / farming breakfast / out of our asses. / At least then, we’d be worth something" There's a sense of solemness to it, but also hope for the future.
Awesome newsletter Chris!! Looking forward to reading more.
I love that this issue resonated with you—that's the best compliment a writer can receive! Happy New Year Kris!
Great work on the short stories!
Thank you, Adam! Happy New Year!