LJ Idol Week 0: Introduction

[marlawentmad]

The first day of high school my English teacher asked the class to write a story. It was the first time in my education an adult told me I could write whatever I wanted. I felt light-headed; the skies opened, the fluorescent light was sun shine and the stale air conditioning was a keen mountain breeze. I got a little carried away frantically

Comments

[baxaphobia]

Welcome to the fun! I'm glad your teacher apologized and is now encouraging. It's amazing how one comment can stifle creativity. Have fun here and I look forward to reading more.

[banana_galaxy]

Welcome to Idol! It's lovely to find teachers who want to encourage your creativity. I had some in high school who supported my stand-up comedy by coming out to watch me perform. I thought it was great!

[marlawentmad]

That is wonderful!

This teacher allowed me write a novella instead of taking a midterm or final. He even passed it to his editor friend for notes. I still have the original manuscript somewhere.

[banana_galaxy]

Oh wow, that's awesome! I don't think I could've written a novella back then, but it's really cool that you did!

[dreamsofspike]

Quite intriguing, like your style :) Looking forward to reading more :)

[marlawentmad]

Why, thank you for the compliment; I aim to not disappoint.

[lilmissmagic71]

Cool intro... loved it, actually. I hope this is the place you need it to be. I look forward to reading you! :)

[marlawentmad]

I so appreciate the feedback. I could definitely use a good stretch for the writing reflexes. I am looking forward to seeing everyone's work.

[alohaanna]

I have my own red heads who I sometimes suspect are fae themselves but how lucky I am to have them.
Glad you are writing and sharing.

[marlawentmad]

Thank you! I am glad, too, I spent too many years outside of a creative community. I hope to find that here.