Topaz

There are literally thousands and thousands of online stories out there in this particular genre alone. And while they can be divided into specific categories, even then there are hundreds of other stories listed in the same column. But...somehow, while looking at all of those story titles, you pick and choose the ones you want to take a chance on reading. Something about it must stick out to you, or imply some kind of pleasant situation that you want to read about. What is it? What draws you in about a story's title alone? How important do you think the title of your story should be? An how do you come up with something that catches a reader's eye? Whether you're reading stories or writing your own...the title is the 'book's cover' that everyone is looking to judge by. How do we make that cover appealing? Let us know!

Thanks, Now I have a better understanding what goes on. I just didn't want to upset this girl she was just trying to help. It threw me when she was adding things; it took the story off track and I had to spend time going over it again. I was approached by another person who was interested in helping me with my editing, and I did notice a huge difference when it was returned. There was no adding for one thing, that's was the best part...so I guess it comes down to different styles.

Hi... I was hoping someone could help me out. Editors... What exactly is their job? I know its sounds stupid, and all. It’s just well; I have this great person that helps me in this department. I love writing but I suck at English; Big time! The thing is, I know it involves correct spelling and grammar but this chick will totally redo paragraphs and even add them. Stuff that I never wrote; I normally do a double take when it comes back. I just don’t know; this is all new to me. I didn't think I was that bad. Don’t get me wrong I’m very grateful for the help, and she was willing to do this for me. But I feel it’s not even my story after it comes back. It’s like the flavour has been taken away. She knows her stuff with the grammar and all and I’m not one to tell her how to do her job, especially when I have no idea myself. I have talked to others that know my work. They explained it to me that when it comes back from her, it lacks depth. I thought maybe I was making a mountain out of a molehill. Maybe she’s right and I’m not. *shrugs * I just don’t know! But I can tell it does lose its soul. It ends up as passionate as a shopping list. I suppose what I need to know is; is this normal and should I just go with it? I’m confused on this issue, totally lost.

I have writers block right now and I