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Hi Hari! Be welcome. Find something you like and read! Mention what you like to read and you'll get all kinds of suggestions. If you're a writer then get writer authorization and start writing and posting. This is your place too so relax, enjoy, be happy.

I think the depth of presence within the story by the reader varies from person to person. I find Cosmie writes them all so well that I am able to immerse myself in the bubble of fantasy to the point that I am "in" the story. I think that is why I find it more devastating emotionally when the last chapter arrives. I understand your position Cosmie and I never meant to hurt you I assure you and I understand your position. So I will be silently patient. I agree with greycloud, you are the best. And I will truly enjoy every story you write as each is completed. Thanks for sharing your gifts with us. Cheers.

I understand and will comply. You are one of the best authors I have ever read. Your stories suck you in to the reality of it. It's a great experience. I didn't mention the number you had open to complain, indeed I wish I had that many stories in me. But you put out so much value and it's all incredible stuff. I just don't want you to burn out and the world lose one of its greatest authors. I'm really sorry if I carried the joke too far. I do that sometimes. I do from time to time check for completions and read or reread them. So you just keep doing what you do, and I'll try and be more patient and supportive. And I think I may have a book or two of GFD to read. I may just have to start that one again. I haven't read since the fight in the hospital and that was quite a while back. Stay well, stay positive. Hugs.

Wow, cosmie, take a chill pill. First, you are an awesome writer. One of the most awesome I have ever read. But here's the thing. Being a writer, one who writes meaty chapters, have had as many as 4 stories open at once. It was an arduous task to produce a chapter a week. So I KNOW how tough that can be. At last count and that was some time ago, you had 66 stories open at once. THAT is more then ambitious, that's insane. But what I've noticed is that you just keep starting new ones. Here's a thought, just a suggestion. Keep writing but don't open new ones until you have it down to a manageable level. Write the new ones that are screaming to get out while they're fresh but don't post them until you get to a point where you are caught up or the new one is finished. You can use the time posting a chapter a week of the finished story to get caught up on the ones started in 2008. Cosmie it's just frustrating to see a dozen chapters each of the others and still nothing on the one you (I've) set in my head that I would continue to follow. I'm really sorry if I've offended you. But it's because you're over extended and are choosing to stay that way. I love your work. I can't wait to read the others. But for me, reading work as good as yours is, requires an emotional involvement in the story. I personally can't do that for years at a time. So I safeguard my heart by not starting one until I am sure I can read the resolution. I'm old and you write too well for me to invest and remain hanging. Sorry, it's just how it is. I have a soft heart.

Oh and since you're writing Billy Chase and GFD 100% of the time I guess I know where I stand. I must not be worthy of an "Else" Damn it and I thought we were done with SCOTUS. Second class AGAIN.

First of all, I'm not your only reader of that story. But there was a period where I waited almost 2 years for the next chapter. That's a long time to jones. If you were a mediocre writer it wouldn't be a big gig, but you're good. And at my age you grow afraid of kicking the bucket before you get to the end of the story. I'd really HATE to be a bound spirit just because I didn't get the end of a great story like this one. And I'm not missing anything because, In the words of Jan from the movie Dark Crystal, "Uhm, writing? well, they're words that stay." So they'll be there. And no one is asking for 100% but a chapter every month or two instead of an annual installment would be welcome. Poor Billy Chase must think the 9th grade was the best 4 years of his life! I know you write what gets the most talk, you're a bit of a whore that way. And that's not saying it's a bad thing. But different "types" of readers read different things and just because the readers of "A Class" don't rant and rave at the shack doesn't mean you have any less of a readership for this story. They are just shy and less verbose. In my humble opinion, especially since in your own words you don't read reviews not left at the shack, that you may not see how many fans you are disenfranchising without realizing it. But we love you and your stories so we'll take what we can get. And one more thing, being out of Rocky Road is flat unacceptable. EVEN though I'm a butter Pecan sorta guy. Rocky Road is a staple for ANY creamery. Like Chocolate Vanilla and Strawberry! So even if I was a purest, I'd have to walk on the lack of Rocky Road JUST because I stand for diversity. So don't put it on me. You "deserve" the guilty conscience, not me.

Because of the wait I won't start anything else until it is "completed" I'm addicted to this one and the wait is interminable. It's a great story, as ALL yours are. ANother 15 or 20 chapters and "A Class" will be done. Then I can move on to another of your wonderful stories. And NO METEORS!

But diz iz Not vat I read! Call my chancellor!

An awesome chapter Mark. And Jardines is back in the picture. I was honestly a little nervous with Granger going ashore. I mean there is a serious price on his head. And what happens in Constantinople? Ottaman honor is almost an oxymoron. And yes, they were working to establish diplomatic ties but what if the deal Lady Elgin is working on is surrendering Granger for the bounty? She is tied to the guild and so was the late Maidstone. What if this is tied to that and they are looking for retribution? I'd feel better if Jardines was going with them on this last leg. At least he knows the language. Well I'm pretty sure by now he does. If nothing else he knows how they work. Nothing of the prince in this chapter at all though. I found that interesting in itself.

Welcome David

Welcome Paul!

Missed ya Thorn

Awesome. Will get to 29 tonight. I'm jonez'en so bad.

Welcome to the newbies!

Canuk, wasn't there a chapter just last week? I've been in show mode and haven't had a chance to read it yet but I'm sure there was a tickler in my email. I just got back home but have to run back out once more before I can read it.

So what you're telling us is that you're not getting laid right? ROTFLMAO Hugs, Be welcome!

Hi Mateo3, Be welcome. We have a welcoming and accepting site for all walks of life. Those who are, who aren't and those questioning. Just lots of great folks here.

Welcome DannyC. Just remember your safe rules for online and you'll have a great time here. There are a lot of other youngsters here too. Some of them hang out in the forum chatroom. Have fun and read! BTW, my stories are written for young love if you're interested. You'll love Cosmie too. Enjoy.

Welcome!

Welcome! Be welcome also! Welcome! I hope you're settling in and finding some great stories.

WHAT A TREAT! Was on an island wishing I could have just a taste of chocolate and what floated ashore but Mt Llewellyn! Absolutely loved the chapter. And the prince is to be delayed! That means they are going to use some powder and shot. And Barry will probably be sent as his escourt and muck things up. Welcome back Mark. You are greatly loved and sorely missed. Now if you don't mind, I have to go back for a second read. Thanks for the sweets Mark!

YES! Mr Llewellyn is back! He's one of my favorite characters! WooHoo! I wonder how he has matured. And the prince is on standby until Ganger can vanquish more of the sultan's fleet. Welcome back Mark. You made my day!. Loved the chapter.

Be welcome. Check out the FAQ's before posting, it can save you a lot of headache down the road. Unlike MOST FAQ's these actually contain useful information. Nothing worse then a FAQ that isn't. But I digress, lots of great readers and writers around here. So at the risk of repeating myself, be welcome!

Welcome Rip! I'm sure the story will be well loved here. So be welcome!

Wow Cosmie. It shows you've downloaded the audio file 50 times! You must keep losing the file is all I can figure. All those hard drive issues I suppose. I mean you've downloaded https://www.sendspace.com/pro/dl/aao86t50 times! I mean even if it was your readers and one in ten was interested in the audio version of the chapter and 50 represented 500 who read, that would be amazing. But we know that was YOU 50 times because anyone else would be taking advantage of an unauthorized mutation of the story that wasn't authorized by the author. It was just a sampling gift. . . Unless of course you'd like me to make your words available to our visually impaired readers or people who would just like to listen to the story on their musical device. And if that were the case I'd be happy to do that for you. Your cosmieness, sir.