Comment from Glasstruth

Excellent

You tell a wonderful tale of what we're all familiar here with, and that's to achieve some success as a writer, poet, etc... Nice rhyming, no awkwardness in it, except here: "Submitting writing," two ing words together just doesn't cut it. Maybe if you replaced it with 'manuscripts' or something of that nature it'd read better. Wonderfully composed. Thanks for sharing. Les

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 18-Apr-2014

Thanks for such a complimentary review and generous rating, Glasstruth. I apologize for the delayed response, some internet woes on my end. It's no less appreciated, however!

reply by Glasstruth on 18-Apr-2014

:)))

Comment from rouskin

Exceptional

I'm sending you my exceptional rating with hope that only some of us will know the hall story :) Outstanding show and wise words:If a tree falls in the woods and there's no one around, will it make a sound?
Perfect God Bless You !

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 18-Apr-2014

Thanks, rouskin, I'm very honored and humbled by such an exemplary review, my friend! So sorry about the delayed reply. There's been some internet woes on my end. I really appreciate the read and kind review, my friend. God bless you as well, and have yourself a very happy Easter!

Comment from GWHARGIS

Exceptional

I llike how he took control back. I love when people tell you how to work a character, that you have breathed life into. It's a lot like raising a child. The experts can give you all the advice, but what it comes down to is what is right for you and the child. The poem was very quick paed and the rhythm was good. Loved the back and forth of the fans versus the writer. Great job, per your usual.

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 18-Apr-2014

Thanks so much, GWHARGIS. I'm really pleased to know that you enjoyed reading this one! Sorry for such a delayed reply. I've had some internet problems on my end. It still very much appreciate it, nonetheless!

Comment from Gloria ....

Excellent

Very cool poem, Dean. There is a horror story in the craft of writing by definition. Who influences who? -- the writer the reader or vice versa. I'm sure Stephen King remains haunted to this day that his short story, The Rage, published under his pseudonym Richard Bachman carries of the stigma of Columbine. Sadly, I thought that compilation of short stories contained some of his best writing.

The relationship between fans and readers is symbiotic and the host does have the power to destroy the organism it is attached to. Woe to any person who curries favour from the public who doesn't understand this fact. It's a scary business and you've captured it aptly, my friend, but not like Apt Pupil. ;-)

Gloria

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Thank you, Gloria, and I agree with you about the Bachman Books. The Long Walk was a fantastic story, as well.

And it is a scary business, truly. What you write certainly carries with it weight, especially if it is widely read, and sometimes, the ramifications of what you've written as perceived by some whose elevators don't go all the way to the basement can be terrifying, as with King's RAGE.

Oh, and before I sign off, I loved Apt Pupil, lol.

Thanks so much again.

reply by Gloria .... on 13-Apr-2014

I read The Long Walk many times. Such a great metaphor for our social cold hearted competitiveness. Rage was my least favourite of the lot interestingly enough. I liked Apt Pupil too. The furtiveness of the dirty secret was like viewing really deeply into the psyche of two very similar people. The ending was perfect and to this day scares me. I won't reveal it for those who haven't read the stories yet.

Comment from Nosha17

Excellent

I guess if the characters the writer creates are so life like and beloved, they can even overtake the author. I read that Arthur Conan Doyle became jealous of the popularity of his creation that he killed him off! Then with a public outcry he brought him back! Your poem is so enjoyable with its super verse, story line and choice of words. Great write. Faye

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 18-Apr-2014

Thanks for such a complimentary review and fabulous rating, Nosha17. I apologize for the delayed response, some internet woes on my end. It's no less appreciated, however!

Comment from Patrick G Cox

Excellent

Hi Dean Kuch,

Wouldn't we all like to create characters that captured the public imagination so powerfully? You bet, that is probably JK Rowlings success, the problem is keeping them going.

Good poem, tempting sometimes to just 'walk away' I suspect, but for most writing is 'them'.

Patrick

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 17-Apr-2014

Thank you for the insights and review, Patrick. I appreciate it, my friend!

Comment from Jay Squires

Exceptional

Nothing to add or subract to or from this brilliant poem, Dean. I have the feeling it was written with love and you probably spent a ton of time to make it scan so effortlessly!

Thanks, Dean, and keep the poems coming!

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 17-Apr-2014

Thanks so much, Jay, I truly appreciate that. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed it!

Comment from forestport12

Exceptional

I love love poetry that tells a story. This one had me captivated to the end. The pictures were cool. It made me feel deeply for the person with writer's block. His fame was fleeting and his audience was left in shock. Stan

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Thanks very much, Stan. I always appreciate hearing from you, my friend. I'm very grateful for such a generous rating, but most important of all, I'm happy that you enjoyed reading it.

Thanks again!

Comment from Green Lake Girl

Excellent

Wow; this is a whole different type of "horror writing." Not finishing a story! Absolutely criminal. I love the "video" inserts. I think you have a real "thing" for typewriters these days, Dean. :D

Some clarification about your author's notes. . . what type of writing are you thinking of that has a massive cultural impact? (A hugely popular story like Harry Potter? Or, although pure tripe, the popular Fifty Shades books?)

What do you mean by the question, "However, would those characters be as powerful if removed from their cultural impact?"

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Thanks for taking the time to read & review this for me, Green Lake Girl. I sincerely appreciate that. And, yeah, it seems to have worked out that way somehow...with the typewriters, I mean.

As far as my author's note, I am indeed referring to characters like author J.R. Rowlings has created in her Harry Potter series of books. Over the years Harry Potter has had a huge impact on today's generation. Those who have grown up reading and watching these books and films will carry the memories forever. It got a whole generation reading, believing in something bigger, something amazing, something magical. These books are extremely well written down to the last detail. The amount of description allows the reader to imagine and see the world that J. K. Rowling has given them. Readers are able to picture the common rooms, the classrooms, the grounds and even the secret passageways. These snippets of imagination were brought to the big screen and readers could see the magic unfold right before their very eyes. So yes, these books did get a whole generation reading, and those who stuck with Harry until the very end, surely will keep on reading to discover another. So, in hindsight, if Harry Potter had never existed, many would not be reading today. This is the kind of impact I am referring to.

reply by Green Lake Girl on 13-Apr-2014

Ah, got it. It's good to be reminded that the written word is so powerful. That is why it's so important that each and every one of us must write with integrity. Even if it is fiction writing. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this, Dean.

Comment from bard owl

Excellent

Wow! Vendication upon the people who admire the writer's work, I think is unfounded. Historically, writers' works are rejected quite often before they are "discovered" and become famous. Your poem's imagery (and the pictures accompanying the words) work together to spin an interesting yarn. And the poetic rhyme is amazing. I'll remember this poem for a while. Blessings, Linda

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2014

Thanks very much, Linda, and whether you remember for good, or for bad, at least you will remember it, lol.

Blessings to you as well, my friend.