Open Miiiiiiic!

Okay, guys, you know the drill.

Leave your 300-word poem, short story, or novel excerpt for comment, and then comment at least one other piece.

I also want to try something a little new this week. I've noticed quite a few of you are asking for constructive feedback. I've made a point to only praise the things I love about your work, because I understand (do I!) how difficult it can be to hear feedback, no matter how well intentioned.

That said, it's a fact that none of us can get better without...