HST Digest: 2/7/18
1/30: Music by AMERICAN INC.
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2/2: Fiction by John Patrick Robbins
2/3: Fiction by Lee Kirk
2/4: Fiction by Chris Cook
2/5: Model Svetlana
2/6: Model Ashlee Graham
2/7: Poetry by Gary Huggins
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I suspect that Doooogie doesn't understand my irrelevant opinion of his books. It's noted that they are interesting, inventive and near award winning by Bizarro standards. But, you know hjf3utcch2egb dhb ihbfyu jn ejhkb 2kneu787y67h nne
SpideyD wrote: "lose yourself and drop bombs"*BARF*
Arthur demonstrated his linguistic skills and said; "*BARF*"
Well, all right. I was doing my well intentioned best. What kind of results can you expect from an un-educated polack?
Shit.
I would like to point out that it's a sucker's game to expect universal acceptance. It's mathematically true that if you can sell one lousy $2.99 e-book to 1% of the reading segment (20%) of the US population, your royalties will be in 7 figures.
When you say it like that it sounds easy.
OH YEAH. WOULD YOU PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF FOR A CHANGE.
Well, all right. I was doing my well intentioned best. What kind of results can you expect from an un-educated polack?
Shit.
I would like to point out that it's a sucker's game to expect universal acceptance. It's mathematically true that if you can sell one lousy $2.99 e-book to 1% of the reading segment (20%) of the US population, your royalties will be in 7 figures.
When you say it like that it sounds easy.
OH YEAH. WOULD YOU PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF FOR A CHANGE.
Thinking about roles and "Editorial" this AM. The editors are the weird ones. Writers write, publishers sell or don't, but a good editor (leave out about 90%) does different things at different times, depending on the sitiuation. He-she can fix grammar, add plot, take out things, etc., while also trying not to offend the flouncing writer; and if the book fails as 90% do, the writer and publisher say that the editor fucked it up.
This job seems suited to a versatile masochist. In "Editorial" I don't think that the editor popped out until 2/3 in; then disappeareed.
You can probably better imagine my questions than I can articulate them.
This job seems suited to a versatile masochist. In "Editorial" I don't think that the editor popped out until 2/3 in; then disappeareed.
You can probably better imagine my questions than I can articulate them.
Newsflash. The number of books about writing has now exceeded the number of books containing a writer who is writing a book.
Or maybe this is just a GR specific misperception.
After the shock wore off, I decided that this was a good thing, as everyone who reads books of this ilk will only get worse; and there is too much goddam competition anyway.
Having said that; I'd imagine that such books would be of benefit to Hackle and the Bizarro set, but they're not going to be competition for anyone other than the baldy ass orangutangs.
Or maybe this is just a GR specific misperception.
After the shock wore off, I decided that this was a good thing, as everyone who reads books of this ilk will only get worse; and there is too much goddam competition anyway.
Having said that; I'd imagine that such books would be of benefit to Hackle and the Bizarro set, but they're not going to be competition for anyone other than the baldy ass orangutangs.
I can see that SWD is an unusual one, in that the appropriate treatment is not standardized, varying with personality type.
If you're a Bizarro type shithole you might try;
1) Writing few words; as the more you write the dumber it sounds. Poetry, as it were, is an approach worthy of a try.
2) Use your head, feet, or ass, rather than fingers, on the keyboard. It will be a welcomed improvement, and you can make a crappy case for it being artful.
3) Write stupidly about things you don't know; like having a girlfriend. If called upon you can say that it was purposely nyuk, nyuk, nyuk stupid. Dat's the humour; get it, get it, get it, nyuk, nyuk, nyuk. As positive reinforcement other Bizarros will nyuk it up too.
4) Write about a Millennial sex life. It's easy as you can stick with conversation, questions, and tizzies of discontent; always popular reader fare.
5) Read some of Jon Konrath. You will surely conclude that the instructions which came with the air conditioner are more interesting, and decide; "If he can, so can I."
6) Don't ask relatives' opinions, as they're liable to tell you the truth.
7) Post a picture of you with Mellick, but don't tell anyone you had to pay him for this "honor."
8) Give prospective readers a Jeff O'Brien book to read first; the comparison will have to be beneficial.
9) Try to tie your efforts to a worthy social cause like "Gay Loudmouthed Rednecks."
10) Become a "publisher," as every ass who wants you to publish their shit will tell you how great yours is.
11) Say things like "It's so meta," and "theory of the novel."
If you're a Bizarro type shithole you might try;
1) Writing few words; as the more you write the dumber it sounds. Poetry, as it were, is an approach worthy of a try.
2) Use your head, feet, or ass, rather than fingers, on the keyboard. It will be a welcomed improvement, and you can make a crappy case for it being artful.
3) Write stupidly about things you don't know; like having a girlfriend. If called upon you can say that it was purposely nyuk, nyuk, nyuk stupid. Dat's the humour; get it, get it, get it, nyuk, nyuk, nyuk. As positive reinforcement other Bizarros will nyuk it up too.
4) Write about a Millennial sex life. It's easy as you can stick with conversation, questions, and tizzies of discontent; always popular reader fare.
5) Read some of Jon Konrath. You will surely conclude that the instructions which came with the air conditioner are more interesting, and decide; "If he can, so can I."
6) Don't ask relatives' opinions, as they're liable to tell you the truth.
7) Post a picture of you with Mellick, but don't tell anyone you had to pay him for this "honor."
8) Give prospective readers a Jeff O'Brien book to read first; the comparison will have to be beneficial.
9) Try to tie your efforts to a worthy social cause like "Gay Loudmouthed Rednecks."
10) Become a "publisher," as every ass who wants you to publish their shit will tell you how great yours is.
11) Say things like "It's so meta," and "theory of the novel."
"Open up; everything's waiting for you."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GN2k...
Name one book better than this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GN2k...
Name one book better than this.
SpideyD wrote: "Writers write, publishers sell or don't, but a good editor (leave out about 90%) does different things at different times, depending on the situation. He-she can fix grammar, add plot, take out things, etc., while also trying not to offend the flouncing writer; and if the book fails as 90% do, the writer and publisher say that the editor fucked it up. This job seems suited to a versatile masochist."Yes, it truly is a thankless profession...
Arthur wrote; "Yes, it truly is a thankless profession... "
I'm guessing that all the money and women make it worthwhile.
I'm guessing that all the money and women make it worthwhile.
Almost through with G4. The end was easier to edit. It's got a computer goof theme, and G5 is already started and unless it changes direction, will be psychedelic in tone; but no "Psychology Today" or Dr. Phil. Didn't think I'd have to specify that a few yers back.
SpideyD wrote: "Baseball; the Last Great American Pastime."I always thought baseball was just some lame, boring thing guys thought about to keep themselves from climaxing too quickly...
Arthur wrote; "I always thought baseball was just some lame, boring thing guys thought about to keep themselves from climaxing too quickly... "
I used something else, but I guess baseball would work for some too. I just put it here because it got a modicum of interest recently, and that Konrath writes about it regularly. Trying to fit in.
Actually, the game is pretty bad to watch compared with basketball and football. But, if you happen to have acquired a knowledge of the little things going on, which takes a couple of years with a decent teacher, it can really be overwhelming, as so many things are going on simultaneously.
I used something else, but I guess baseball would work for some too. I just put it here because it got a modicum of interest recently, and that Konrath writes about it regularly. Trying to fit in.
Actually, the game is pretty bad to watch compared with basketball and football. But, if you happen to have acquired a knowledge of the little things going on, which takes a couple of years with a decent teacher, it can really be overwhelming, as so many things are going on simultaneously.
"Looking through crystal spectacles." Actually mine were rose colored.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s39gr...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s39gr...
"I was so disposed." Yeah, she didn't finish the whole thing this time, but ...............................
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhLS6...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhLS6...
"I just wanna be your lover baby. I don't wanna be your boss."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qz47X...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qz47X...
The flurry of activity on this thread approaches the overwhelming excitement of a baseball game or one of those gem Hackle books.
Even Arthur has lost interest.
It's lonely at the bottom of the barrel.
Maybe I can die in my sleep.
Even Arthur has lost interest.
It's lonely at the bottom of the barrel.
Maybe I can die in my sleep.
I was just listening to this gem of a song by The Stranglers and thought it'd be a good theme song for HST - Nice 'N' Sleazy':https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDlq1...
Maybe it's time for an HST music compilation album.
I know he won't admit it, and it is nuanced, but Manny is making an overt play for the Troll of the Year Award, and probably thinks he should have gotten it last year too.
I've been reticent about continuing in that vein; but this is a real challenge. My approach, which I think better relates to popular appeal has incorporated gross stupidity, while Manny is smooth and sophisticated.
Being a real pro, I have to say that if I were a member of the voting committee he'd have gotten my vote. I mean we both have our place, and frankly sometimes, but not often, I've been able to shut him down at his own game; and vice versa. So basically what we have here is akin to a "box office sucess" vs. "critical sucess" situation. Manny has never deigned to frequent an AG thread, and that may well be his downfall.
I've been reticent about continuing in that vein; but this is a real challenge. My approach, which I think better relates to popular appeal has incorporated gross stupidity, while Manny is smooth and sophisticated.
Being a real pro, I have to say that if I were a member of the voting committee he'd have gotten my vote. I mean we both have our place, and frankly sometimes, but not often, I've been able to shut him down at his own game; and vice versa. So basically what we have here is akin to a "box office sucess" vs. "critical sucess" situation. Manny has never deigned to frequent an AG thread, and that may well be his downfall.
Harry wrote; "I was just listening to this gem of a song by The Stranglers and thought it'd be a good theme song for HST - Nice 'N' Sleazy':
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDlq1...
Maybe it's time for an HST music compilation album. "
Love the idea and certainly consider the Stranglers worthy of inclusion. My personal vote for opening song is below, as I can't imagine any way to get dumber and sleazier.
But, it's Arthur's call. Right now, I'd bet that rather than taking care of business, he's doing something which puts a new slant on sleaze.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mw_0_...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDlq1...
Maybe it's time for an HST music compilation album. "
Love the idea and certainly consider the Stranglers worthy of inclusion. My personal vote for opening song is below, as I can't imagine any way to get dumber and sleazier.
But, it's Arthur's call. Right now, I'd bet that rather than taking care of business, he's doing something which puts a new slant on sleaze.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mw_0_...
Lenny? wrote: "It's Arthur's call. Right now, I'd bet that rather than taking care of business, he's doing something which puts a new slant on sleaze."Well, I don't know about 'new', but still pretty fun regardless.
"And I'm feeling mean." AC can usually wake a place up, but he just got to be pissed at this lackluster, no help, back up band. Ensuring that you'll look at it, I'm telling you this guitar, bass, and drums rivals the Archies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN6ng...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KN6ng...
Fuckitall. I just want to know one thing. Why is it that when I look at a book on Amazon an ad to buy it follows me around on GR for a week, while if I look at my own book under an alias on Amazon, GR can't tell that I have any interest in the mufugga even if I paid for advertising?
Just tell me that or forever be buried in IJ with that dummy Hackle.
Just tell me that or forever be buried in IJ with that dummy Hackle.
As one short aside, G5 will explain how to put an end to global climate change (warming for those not politically and scientifically correct) despite that she doesn't personally see a problem with it.
More people can live on or near desirable waterfronts. Venice has been under water for like forever and everybody thinks that it is a desirable place, even picky old Thomas Mann, and you no longer need waste or garbage disposal systems. Just chuck it and the gondoliers start singing.
WTF? Everything's become some kind of nerdass issue these days.
More people can live on or near desirable waterfronts. Venice has been under water for like forever and everybody thinks that it is a desirable place, even picky old Thomas Mann, and you no longer need waste or garbage disposal systems. Just chuck it and the gondoliers start singing.
WTF? Everything's become some kind of nerdass issue these days.
The end of "Blase Eight." Font "innovation" not translated to GR. So what? "Tetherballs" on the way. Opening on Amazon preview did not look promising, but further insignificant commentary will be withheld until I go through the whole thing.
I don't much like Bizarro, whether lite, related, or adjacent; and it's purveyors don't like my bullshit. "Fuck it," I say, but they get so damn sensitive, they can make me cry.
#34- In Dripping Black Calligraphy
The Door’s “Shaman’s Blues” screamed from 1222, WPOT-FM, programmed by Sidney on the Skids, for Texas Radio and the Big Beat. It didn’t matter as all ears were either deaf or otherwise shut, including those of dead Sidney.
Blending the logic with the thoughts, dreams, plans and visions, the truth finally appeared. “Tuesday’s Witch Never Bothers About Orangutans Left. whY?”
The Players Took a Well-Earned and Welcomed Final Rest
I don't much like Bizarro, whether lite, related, or adjacent; and it's purveyors don't like my bullshit. "Fuck it," I say, but they get so damn sensitive, they can make me cry.
#34- In Dripping Black Calligraphy
The Door’s “Shaman’s Blues” screamed from 1222, WPOT-FM, programmed by Sidney on the Skids, for Texas Radio and the Big Beat. It didn’t matter as all ears were either deaf or otherwise shut, including those of dead Sidney.
Blending the logic with the thoughts, dreams, plans and visions, the truth finally appeared. “Tuesday’s Witch Never Bothers About Orangutans Left. whY?”
The Players Took a Well-Earned and Welcomed Final Rest
"Baby's got her finger on the trigger."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8SoV...
Hey, lissenup dicks. Arthur make a lot of shit possible for all of us. He's kind of busy now, and we're probably useless, but let's offer him assistance. I do, and if you don't FUCK YOU in big mufuggin letters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8SoV...
Hey, lissenup dicks. Arthur make a lot of shit possible for all of us. He's kind of busy now, and we're probably useless, but let's offer him assistance. I do, and if you don't FUCK YOU in big mufuggin letters.
MiguelG wrote: "WTF? Everything's become some kind of nerdass issue these days."Why the hell do you think I keep out of most things most of the time? That shit's for the nerds, and not the cool, sexy kind.
Arthur wrote; "Why the hell do you think I keep out of most things most of the time? That shit's for the nerds, and not the cool, sexy kind. "
It's embarrassing to learn these things when pushing 70. On the other hand, when pushing 70, there is no longer any reason to give the slightest bit of a shit about embarrassment.
It's embarrassing to learn these things when pushing 70. On the other hand, when pushing 70, there is no longer any reason to give the slightest bit of a shit about embarrassment.
MiguelG wrote: "It's embarrassing to learn these things when pushing 70. On the other hand, when pushing 70, there is no longer any reason to give the slightest bit of a shit about embarrassment."I guess that means I'll be ahead of the game in thirty years' time!
Arthur wrote; "I guess that means I'll be ahead of the game in thirty years' time!'
Honestly, I am not exactly sure of what you meant. I mean, if the goal is to be beyond embarrassment, and I think that's pretty damn good all by itself, I thought you were already there. ........ Maybe my lack of comprehension has something to do with words changing their meanings over time, like Dylan said.
But, as far as I know, Dylan never went on the net in his draws.
Honestly, I am not exactly sure of what you meant. I mean, if the goal is to be beyond embarrassment, and I think that's pretty damn good all by itself, I thought you were already there. ........ Maybe my lack of comprehension has something to do with words changing their meanings over time, like Dylan said.
But, as far as I know, Dylan never went on the net in his draws.
His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy
There's vomit on his sweater already, mom's spaghetti
He's nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready to drop bombs,
But he keeps on forgetting what he wrote down,
The whole crowd goes so loud
He opens his mouth, but the words won't come out
He's choking how, everybody's joking now
The clock's run out, time's up, over, blaow!
Snap back to reality. Oh, there goes gravity
Oh, there goes Rabbit, he choked
He's so mad, but he won't give up that
Easy, no.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esm9Y...
Jesus fucking Christ. Sometimes these editor bastards are a pain in the ass. Stay indie at all costs.