Comment from Windhover

Excellent

Hey Sixteez. I loved how this started and the personification of the object held SUCH potential. So I was surprised and a little disappointed that you surrendered the suspense so early (line 3). Ah well. That aside, you ticked all the boxes of the contest rules with and ease that displays your skill and talent. Good luck in the contest. >W<

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2009

Comment from Falafa

Excellent

This is a delightful poem on the joy of reading. And it is also like a tribute to books. Very creative. Great job! Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2009

Comment from Diny

Excellent

WOW I have no first editions sad to say but do appreciate a good tale- I also think you are talented and might fare well in this contest a hard one to judge and I am not even sure if its fair for me to vote as I have been squelched by some here and cannot read them all- Write on-Di

 Comment Written 11-Jan-2009

Comment from Paradox Tremors

Excellent

I love this. I love how you speak about the splendor and beauty of a read-well book and its possible journey. I love books and go everywhere looking for a lost gem so to speak. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009

Paradox, so glad you enjoyed this! Love to hear how much others cherish their books! Thank you for your very kind review and compliments. :-)) Sue

reply by Paradox Tremors on 11-Jan-2009

To me, books are treasures. Their words take us to places we can only dream of and of being. I love slaying dragons and rescuing the village, or seeing how a child escape a dinosuar. They're better than movies.

reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009

You have QUITE the imagination! Awesome! Keep writing!!

reply by Paradox Tremors on 11-Jan-2009

Thanks.Reading helps.

reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009

For sure! I couldn't write if I didn't continue to read. Also, while you're here at fanstory, review as often as you can and with depth. You not only learn what and how you want to write, but also what and how you don't want to write! Just as important.

But, there may be some types of work you think you may not care for now, but it can grow on you if you give it a try. It's happened to me about 10 times here! HA!!
Try a haiku? ME? No way! That's awful. etc. etc. Since then, I have found that haiku has been one of the biggest contributors to help me stop and think of word choice for any of my work. Sorry about going on!! Ha!

reply by Paradox Tremors on 11-Jan-2009

No, you have wise words. I read a wide varity of things, trying to be fair and honest. I write stories mostly, but have stray into writing a few poems every now and then. There's nothing great about them, but it helps grow my mind and expand it to think outside my norm.

I love reading. I put off writing and wish I never did, but now I am writing again. I have been on this site now for a year and hope to continue to live,

It is a blessing to have met you and call you my friend.

reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009

I will put you on my "fan" list so I can await your writing! I look forward to it.
So glad you wanted to start to write again.
I only started writing about 2 months ago. Never thought I could even write a "roses are red...violets are blue" poem! HA!! But, we can never underestimate our minds. Having been able to write poetry has convinced me that we can do whatever we set out to do. May sound like a cliche, but it is pure truth!

So glad to have met you also!
Sue

reply by Paradox Tremors on 11-Jan-2009

I let my English teacher tear down my want to write and express myself. Threw away so much I wish I had kept -- I started back about three years ago. Found this site last January and haven't slowed down since. Never let no one discourage you from writing -- it's better to write "trash" then never try or give up. Listen to your "voice" and fly. Love your writing.

reply by Paradox Tremors on 11-Jan-2009

P.S. I use to paint in "acrylics" as well -- haven't in the last year and a half. I learn doing a great sky, use a cotton ball instead of a brush.

reply by the author on 11-Jan-2009

Oh, the things I grab to paint with. One painting I did was entirely done with a kitchen rolling pin! HA! Great affect.

You can go see some of my stuff on the sister site here, fanartreview. It's under the name of sixteezkid, also. Nothing brilliant. Just a huge desire to "express"!!!

I have a daughter with autism and I did the one painting called "Enigma" about her autism.

Comment from Lois Delaney

Excellent

Always a pleasure to read your work, and never disappointed. You seem to have a knack for writing which not everyone has, so do write on and on. Best wishes in the contest, dear one.

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

Comment from bard owl

Excellent

This sonnet is outstanding. I do love books and your sonnet is a tribute to readers of every kind. "A gift you are ~ with pearls and gems inside". That is such a lovely line. Flawless rhythm and rhyme in this poem. Such pleasing imagery. Best of luck in the contest. Blessings, Linda

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

Comment from joan marie

Excellent

I don't have any 1st editions but I have boxes and shelves of books. People say that I should give them away because I've already read it. But it is a book how can you throw away a book, someones life or opinion or just the memory of the enjoyment of reading it. joan marie

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

Comment from RapturedHeart

Excellent

Very beautiful, Sixteezkid. This was a great idea to use for the contest - and you've done it well; you can really sense your joy and love of books - and sharing them with others. I always love it to, when I can pass on something worth reading. Take care,
Heather

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

Comment from cheyennewy

Excellent

Hi Sixteezkid...First of all I think raising six children is a definite achievement! I am very fond of the English sonnet and realize how difficult they can be. You have done a fine job with this one. The iambic Pentameter is well done and the rhyme is fluid. Well done....blessings....chey

 Comment Written 10-Jan-2009

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009

I guess if I can raise 6 kids, I should be able to concentrate enough to write a sonnet! HA!! Bless 'em. It's all been worth it. Thank you so much for your great review and compliments. :-)) Sue

Comment from davidray

Excellent

Hey, sixteez!
It has been a while since I've seen you around these parts. Thanks for making your entry once again. I always enjoy your stuff. I enjoyed the message here. Beautiful words and i appreciate you explaining the format. Makes me appreciate it more.
Take care and smile.
David

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reply by the author on 10-Jan-2009

We must just keep missing each other in the crowd, cuz I'm here constantly! HA!! Been posting new work every day. Guess I'm a full-fledged addict now!! So glad you stopped by. Thank you for your review and great compliments! :-)) Sue