M.A. Wilder's Blog, page 7
March 2, 2016
It is day ten and I STILL cannot! I mean, I have shipped Richonne since the fence y’all! THE FENCE!...
It is day ten and I STILL cannot! I mean, I have shipped Richonne since the fence y’all! THE FENCE! Nevertheless, I find myself ill-prepared for this blessed occasion. And that like button just isn’t cutting it anymore. I needs, I must, reblog in order to exercise this obsession and hopefully reclaim some semblance of a balanced life because right now Richonne is ruling my world. In an effort to keep this spot tidy, I’ve picked out a cute little summer home. So if anyone needs me, I’lll be over @trdos reblogging till forever…
xoxo
February 27, 2016
It is day six and I am STILL rewatching the moment when Richonne became canon. Now, I’ve...
It is day six and I am STILL rewatching the moment when Richonne became canon. Now, I’ve prayed for a lot in my life: world peace, a second season of The River fuck you ABC, I’m still not over that shit, proof to the existence of unicorns, etc. For years, I’ve asked our lord and savior, Beyoncé, to deliver unto us a Richonne coupling that is as real on screen as it is in our hearts, and last Sunday my prayers were FINALLY answered! I haven’t been around much lately because life. Lo siento. However, I am still watching The Walking Dead, and I noticed that every single time I watch that final scene I have the EXACT same reaction. First, my fists shoot out into the air as Rick and Michonne clasp hands. Then the two of them look at one another and smile. Meanwhile, my cheeks puff out à la chipmunk as I grin stupidly at the television. Then it happens. They KISS! And I issue this weird sort of never-ending squeal, like I’m letting all my glee out in a whistle because if I shout my joy full force I might shout the roof off and it’s winter in NY so that’s a no. Seriously guys, this noise is so shrill there’s probably an extraterrestrial wincing in outer space every single time I rewatch this scene. Anyway, Rick unholsters his gun and Michonne giggles and the two of them end up in bed together and I am so happy I can’t even English right. See.
during that opening scene…
and during that final scene…
February 21, 2016
M. A. Wilder: richonne confirmation #smells-like-canon-to-me
when rick turned his swag dial all the way up to 10, pinned michonne with that ‘hey girl’ look, and then fed her a “well, must’ve been something else then” line, aaaand then dunked it when he served up that panty-dropper gaze while undressing michonne with his eyes, i full on DIED. done. dead….
reading back on my tumblr archive and this still one of the best text post reactions to a richonne moment ever lol
haha thank you! i would post about tonight’s episode but i’m still recovering lol
November 15, 2015
What They Did Yesterday Afternoon, by Warsan Shire
what they did yesterday afternoon by warsan shire
they set my aunts house on fire
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?
i’ve been praying,
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.
later that night
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered
where does it hurt?
it answered
everywhere
everywhere
everywhere.
Editor’s note: Warsan Shire’s poetry and words can be found on
http://warsanshire.blogspot.com/
November 3, 2015
mypensamachete2:
suricattus:
agarthanguide:
Presented without...
Presented without comment.
EXCEPT to say- commonplacecaz.
Reblogging for NaNoWriMo reasons.
This is so cute.
October 10, 2015
How to praise writers and influence fics
I’ve seen a lot of posts recently reminding readers to leave feedback on fics, which is great!! Writers deserve all the love they can get. Likes, reblogs, comments, messages, these are the lifeblood of writers. They are proof that people are reading, that they’re enjoying, and that they want more.
But maybe readers don’t know what to say. Maybe you’re new to Tumblr, new to reading fan fiction, shy, or just not sure how to say what you want to say.
Let me start by saying, no matter how popular the blog or how cool you think they are, everyone loves a compliment. If you’re worried about sounding silly or bothering people, let me assure you- a message will make your writer do a happy dance (depending on the writer, they may actually get up and dance. I have.)
Here’s the basic ways of communicating with writers on Tumblr:
Likes and kudos- these are great, they’re the high-fives in this world. They’re the “hey, nice” nod.
Reblogs- even better, because they mean exposure. More people see the story and that makes us really happy. A reblog with a comment is amazing, especially one that entices others to read. These make a writer’s day.
Comments and messages- these are the thing that keeps us going. Most of us have anon turned on- and if we don’t, just let us know you want a private reply. (And, if your writer has anon off, it probably means they’ve been getting hate and deserve extra love.)
Recommendations- recs are like coming in to work to find someone baked your favorite cake and left it on your desk. Recommendations make your writer feel so loved and valued!So, that’s all good, but what do you actually SAY to writers? It doesn’t have to be much or take a lot of time.
A simple “This is great/funny/hot!” is wonderful. "Best fic I’ve read this week!“ "Funny as hell and cute too.” "You have to read this, it’s awesome!“ "I can’t wait for more of this.” "I hope you keep going!“ These are great in reblogs and in messages.
Even better is specific feedback. We love specific feedback, because it tells us what readers liked and what they didn’t. Want to influence our next fic? Tell us what you liked about this one and I bet you it will keep showing up! Specific feedback is just telling the writer what you liked. It doesn’t have to be long or complicated, either. (But if you write a lot, we will love you so much.)
Was there a character you liked? Talk about them: "I love how you wrote X” “Y was so funny!” "OMG I wanted to STRANGLE Q!“ "You can really feel X’s frustration.” "Y has so much depth, they’re a really well-rounded character.“ "R says so much with so few words, it’s amazing.”
What about a part or line you enjoyed? "That bit in the park- LOVE IT.“ "I have never read a better description of a cup of tea.” "The way you wrote about his fear, that was heartbreaking.“
Was there a part that made you feel something? Happy, sad, angry? "That last sentence killed me, he’s so broken.” "I wanted to jump around when they finally kissed!“ "This chapter was so tense, my heart was pounding by the end.”
Did the characters or plot or setting remind you of your life? "I live in Brussels, that’s just how that street looks.“ "When Y talked about R, I knew exactly how he felt.” "You captured that lost, aimless feeling perfectly; I’ve so been there.“
Are there unanswered questions? Mention how much you want the answers. "I can’t wait to find out what’s in the basket!” "That was a cliffhanger ending, wow.“ "How is she going to explain THAT?” (some writers are touchy about predicting, though, so stay away from “I bet he’ll throw that letter out.” or “X is clearly coming back.”)
A few closing notes: be enthusiastic if that’s your style, go crazy with exclamation marks, smileys, caps! Tell a writer if you’re rereading their work- very little makes us happier than knowing our writing has the staying power for a second, third, sixth, tenth read. Did a reread give you a new insight or feeling about the fic? Tell us! We will be so excited to hear. And remember, recommendations are wonderful- putting up a random post tagging your favorite writers or fics you’re enjoying will show the writers that they’re writing is more than a flash in the opan and they’ll get some new readers too!
We can’t do this writing thing without you guys. So thank you so much! Without readers, we’re just talking to ourselves. We love and appreciate you for reading- but we need to know you’re doing it. We need feedback like we need air. Don’t let your favorite writers suffocate! :)
October 3, 2015
pretty-black-bitch:
thefalconstrikesagain:
but-glorieux:
thefa...
“may i feel said he” by e. e. cummings read by Tom Hiddleston
may i feel said he
(i’ll squeal said she
just once said he)
it’s fun said she
(may i touch said he
how much said she
a lot said he)
why not said she
(let’s go said he
not too far said she
what’s too far said he
where you are said she)
may i stay said he
(which way said she
like this said he
if you kiss said she
may i move said he
it is love said she)
if you’re willing said he
(but you’re killing said she
but it’s life said he
but your wife said she
now said he)
ow said she
(tiptop said he
don’t stop said she
oh nn said he)
go slow said she
(cccome?said he
ummm said she
you’re divine!said he
(you are Mine said she)
the way he says ‘now’
This isn’t even fair. He shouldn’t have a voice like this. He shouldn’t be fucking with my feelings like this.
Christ. The man could be reading me the caloric count of the nutrition facts and I’d still melt. Fucking shit.
Do you hear this? I am going to slap the fuck out of him if I ever see him. This isn’t even fucking FAIR.
The way he says “NOW” did things to my body I ain’t never felt before.
This poem is nasty, though. Definitely pictured Amber/Loki when I saw this…different AU, tho.
I love e.e. cummings and hearing him read in Tom Hiddleston’s voice…Ya’ll…believe me when I say I damn near slid off my couch.
Why hell would you do this to me?????
Why did I listen to this with headphones?
See pretty-black-bitch. There are innocents in your crosshairs.
*loud evil laughter* Good… Good…
July 22, 2015
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it’s july and mother nature hates us there’s a heat wave. nevertheless, i come bearing more book news! so, i’ve finished the rough draft of linnie + xoe’s story and i’ve already secured an editing date! *throws armored confetti in the air*
i’ve also survived yet another round of beta reads for tvm, and the reactions keep getting better! “tell your readers to look forward to a dark and dangerous world that will have them craving more sex, love and….blood!” - heather
June 6, 2015
i promised to let you know once i started, so…i am finally writing linnie and xoe’s story! *happy...
i promised to let you know once i started, so…
i am finally writing linnie and xoe’s story! *happy dance*
May 8, 2015
eep! sorry it’s been so long, hope we’re still besties! *hands out cookies + kisses* sooo i come...
eep! sorry it’s been so long, hope we’re still besties! *hands out cookies + kisses* sooo i come bearing news…good news and bad news.
the bad news is i’m still working on draft # 1,835,266 of my new series, and my overworked brain has officially gone haywire.
however, the good news is i’ve finally booked an editing date. so, it’s official. the vampire mafia series is happening. fo’ realz. yay!
