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Started by Brandman at 09-23-2006 9:08 AM. Topic has 2 replies.
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   09-23-2006, 9:08 AM
Brandman

Joined on 09-23-2006
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Looking for feedback on style.
I'd appreciate your feedback on some issues with my writing. My non-fiction story is about the history of the Mustang Ranch brothel and the lives of its former owners Joe and Sally Conforte circa 1976-1980.

My writing for the most part is third person omniscient narrative. I break form in the opening with Joe's and Sally's thoughts an a monlogue of sorts. Their thoughts then lead into scenes.

A couple of scenes are written from the POV of the group of prostitutes that work at the Mustang. The scenes are more thought than action.

The story is written in the present tense.

These style issues work for me but they may seem quircky or odd to someone else. Do I need to post a sample so you understand better?

Thanks to all that reply.

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   01-14-2008, 8:50 PM
GeneW

Joined on 01-15-2008
Posts 6
Re: Looking for feedback on style.

Hey there!  Nice to read your post!!!!

I'm going to venture an answer to your question.

I noticed you had around 400 or so views and no responses.  I suspect that this is why:  The format you describe sounds a bit inconsistent but I'd have to read it to give you a definitive answer. I've read enough authors (although new to writing myself) that can make any style work) that I find it hard to judge from a basic description.  Ultimately, it depends on the author.  If you have a website or are willing to let me see a rough draft, I could give you more feedback.

Nice to meet you and all my best!

-Gene 

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   06-25-2008, 2:54 PM
River Rat

Joined on 06-26-2008
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Re: Looking for feedback on style.
I just stumbled upon your message from last September; so, I suspect it has been resolved by now.  I am wrestling with a somewhat similar problem debating whether to use past tense or present tense in telling the story of a soldier who served in Iraq.  i perfer the feel of the present tense, but fear that it may not work as well for the reader.  I would be interested to know how you resolved your challenge.  Also, I was a newspaper editor in Nevada many years ago and find your topic quite intriguing. 
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