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Good Reads

Monday January 7, 2013 at 6:13 PM

Happy New Year, Forest!

I don't think we've had a book rec post in a while

(or maybe we have and I'm stupid and missed it).

So, those things called books (like fic but without Edward/Bella... apart from those Twilight ones)

what's everyone reading?

I'm currently about 300 pages into Daughter of Smoke and Bone.

I heard so many good things about this book, and finally started it a few days ago, but I'm finding the progression super slow. 

Like the kind of slow where nothing has happened yet but a lot of staring. 

(Akiva, though. Hi, ily, call me.)

There are a lot of things I love about it, and while I wouldn't say I'm bored, as the writing is great, and I pick the book back up again, there's still something missing for me right now.

There must be a reason for all the excitement, though, so I'm clinging to that right now.

Has anyone read this/felt the same way? 

Come on in and share your recs.

XOXO

 

believeitornot

Peace, Love, and...

Monday January 7, 2013 at 12:48 PM

Hi! It's been a while since my last Campfire. It looks all different from up here. 

Anyway... 

I've been seeing a lot of negativity on twitter regarding fic authors with egos (or inflated egos, I suppose is more accurate). While I don't want to get involved with that, I did think it might be nice to throw some fic authors you love some support.

If there is an author, or several, who you think are kind, humble, under the radar, or just plain deserve some love, let it out here. 

And if any authors would like to throw out some love for particular readers, reviewers, supporters, that would be welcome as well!

 

Raum

A Campfire about...fire

Monday January 7, 2013 at 10:25 AM

I'm writing a new vamp story and I'm currently discussing a problem with my wonderful betas/prereaders.

We all know that fire can harm SMeyer's vampires, right?

Problem: can it harm them just when they're wounded or can it harm them anyway? In the second case, how does it happen? Are vamps highly flammable? More flammable than straw?

If vampire flesh is so flammable, why do the Cullens keep so many candles at their place? It's not like they need their warmth or light...masochistic that much?

My recs:

one sweet: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5319052/1/A-Rough-Start

Overnight irresponsible Edward goes from bachelor to father of a 5 yr old. Meanwhile responsible, prepared Bella begins her first job as Kindergarten teacher at Forks Elementary. When irresponsible meets the epitome of responsible, sparks will fly!

I guess I'm the only one who's been in this fandom for almost 3 years without reading this story (it has over 20,000 reviews). I'm enjoying it very, very much! Don't miss it!

one bitter: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6972004/1/The-Elusive-Mr-Cullen

Bella is a high class escort, Edward her newest client. They soon realize that there's more between them than great sex and witty conversations. While Bella doesn't believe in fairy tales, her life seems to be turning into one fast. Or is it? AH/OOC

This is VERY OOC. And it's a thriller, not a romantic story. Read at your own risk! I've enjoyed it.

Lulu M

Jennifer Schmidt Giveaway on ProjectTeamBeta

Monday January 7, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Jennifer Schmidt aka velvetbutterfly (author of What Happens at Charlie's Wedding) is Project Team Beta's Featured Author for January 2013.

On January 26, she will post her article (Finding the Courage to Publish) on the PTB Blog.

Also, through January 31 PTB is holding an ebook giveaway of Risk It All.

To enter the giveaway, fill out the Rafflecopter here or at: http://bit.ly/ptbgiveaway

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Posted with permission by LJ Summers

mrscherrybomb

Happy Monday

Monday January 7, 2013 at 9:19 AM

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Welcome to the Monday Morning Hot Guy Campfire. What better way to start your week than a hot guy?

Every Monday, I'm going to dedicate a CF to the Hot Guy of the Week. The catch? The CF can ONLY be about the current nominated guy.

We all have different tastes in men, so please don't yuck anyone's yum. If you have a man you'd like to see crowned for the week, PM or hit me up on twitter (@ffcherry) with his name.

So come on in and see who won the crown this week!

writerinmydreams

What the Fic?! 1/7

Monday January 7, 2013 at 8:31 AM

mo kagen

Monday Sneak Peek !

Monday January 7, 2013 at 6:58 AM

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Do you write fan fiction?

Give us a little peek!

Post something about your upcoming chapters here!

excerpt / pictease / music / riddle / poem / banners

~ Don't forget to include a link to your story! ~

DELETED USER

My Boss is a POOOP. Help so I don't beat her.

Sunday January 6, 2013 at 7:32 PM

So, I recently started a new job. We have three managers, one of which I love, one of which I hate, and one of which I have yet to meet. 

I worked today with the manager I hate. I thought that for whatever reason she just didn't like me, or maybe I was just being unreasonably sensitive,  but no. No one likes her. She's quiet, judge mental, demanding, and just plain rude. 

A couple examples: 

1)     She sent me and a fellow employee to get food for the three of us. Then when we got back, she proceeded to tell us that we needed to be on the floor, so we'd have to wait to eat while she sat in the back and stuffed her face. Nothing life-altering, but common courtesy would imply that she, being the manager, would allow at least one of us to eat while she worked the floor. 

2)    (Quick background info about selling: You ask the customer if someone helped them. If they say yes and who, you put the employee number and move on. If they say no, we go down the list of people working at the time, and give them the sale. The next time someone says no, you pick the next employee on the list and so on and so forth.) We are expected to sell roughly $100 an hour. However, it's the after-holiday lull, so no one's really shopping and most people that are don't want or need your help. So, I made a little less than $300 in 5 hours. My friend made a little less than $300 in 6 hours. This manager, who was working the register all day, made close to $700 in 6 hours. How, you ask? She took all the "no, no one helped me's' for herself, which is just douche-y, because no, we don't work on commission, but our sales determine our hours. 

3)    I wasn't taught to work the registers until yesterday, with her. So, during my first time being on the register (for roughly 3 hours), I forgot to remove TWO customers sensors. They came back today, not mad, completely understanding, thought it was kinda funny. My manager however was not at all polite about it and made me feel stupid. She then proceeded to breathe down my neck while I checked customers out for the next half hour.

4)    This is my biggest problem. Someone paid for something with a 20. I put in they paid with a 10. Now, giving them change wasn't a problem; you just add 10 dollars to it. I'm not an idiot. BUT we count the bills every night and the bills we had wouldn't have matched up with what we were supposed to; same amount of money, but not the correct type, if that makes sense. Well, like I said, I'm new, so I didn't really know if it mattered or not. So, I asked. She FLIPPED OUT because she didn't fully understand what I was talking about, made a scene, then realized it wasn't a big deal, and said, "Uhmmm. Just give him $10. Duh." Then proceeded to tell whoever she was on the phone with, "Oh, nothing just an employee being retarded."

No. No. Homie don't play that. 

 

I've literally had FOUR shifts. I'm NOT going to be perfect, especially because they DON'T train you. At all. You figure it out yourself. I was shown ONCE how to work the register. It's okay if people correct me, but it's not okay when they humiliate me and make me feel small. 

So, what should I do? I've never had this problem before. Have you? Any advice? 

writerinmydreams

Writers wanted

Sunday January 6, 2013 at 5:54 PM

WHY YES IT IS, LISA!!!

(That is her name, yes?)

Anyways...

I'm attempting to write a new fanfic. It's been a while, but I'm hoping to stick with it. I'm looking for some fellow campers to write with. You know, motivation and such. So if you're interested in doing some sort of WC tonight, or pretty much any other night, let me know here. I can add you to my gmail account and we can get some sort of ADF writers group going. Yay!

Lulu M

Project Team Beta's Writing Challenge 2013

Sunday January 6, 2013 at 12:45 PM

It's time for a challenge! The first out of fifty-two challenges has been posted on the PTB Blog.

 


 

#1 - Rocky Horizon

I wanted to take it easy for the first challenge, so what I have for you is a picture prompt.

*Click to Enlarge


 

Want to participate? Sign up today at: http://projectteambeta.com/writing-challenge-2013/

Posted with permission by LJ Summers

cotnut

"The Guardian Series" By Carol Cole O'Dell

Sunday January 6, 2013 at 11:55 AM

We are currently staying on vacation up at Bass Lake, CA for some down time with the family. We had a notification that tonight Carol Cole O'Dell will be reading some exerpts from the books and then will have a Q&A session. 

The flier says that we can hear about how the author took Indian mythology and made an alien creature from it. Genre is Science Fiction/Historical fiction. 

So have any of your read these books? THe titles are Mountain Game, Mountain Calling, and the Golden City?

 

I need to RSVP and also decide if I need to cut out time of the family vacation to go. 

 

Ellinor

Homeland or The Wire?

Sunday January 6, 2013 at 7:26 AM

Let's say that I have the opportunity to watch either Homeland or The Wire. Which should I choose and why?

wildorchid1116

And With Thee Fade Away

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 9:23 PM

Hi
I just went to read And With Thee Fade Away to see that derdriu ofaolain has pulled all her stories.
If anyone has a copy I'd be most grateful.
Thanks 

please contact this camper privately if you can help

because we don't ever post our emails on public forums! we practice safe internet!



 

incomple

EMERGENCY SOS RED ALERT

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 5:53 PM

LADIES. YOU'VE ALL HEARD OF THE GIRL MARRYING THE EDWARD CUTOUT, RIGHT?

WELL, THAT'S ME. NOT KIDDING. JANDCO & WTVOC & EKSMITH can all verify, and I NEED YOUR HELP.

 

My BD1 cardboard cutout arrived, I opened the box, AND IT'S THE WRONG CUTOUT. The company is now sold out of the one I ordered, AND I CANNOT MARRY ECLIPSE EDWARD IN A JEAN JACKET.

Does anyone HAVE a BD1 cutout? Would anyone be willing to ship it to me and allow me to use it in the wedding? I will send it back ASAP, and pay for shipping both ways! PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN.

 

RANGER EDIT:  This lovely lady also needs Twilight/Edward themed ideas for her stagette.  HELP A SISTER OUT! (and contribute to a way cool project while you're at it) <3 - EK

Cabbage2012

Fashion Police

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 2:50 PM

So aside from DVD release shingdigs, I think it's safe to say that the days of seeing the cast play dress-up are over. So, let's have some fun and look back at some of the best and worst getups that we saw on the red carpet over the years from our beloved Cullen and co clan. What outfit stuck out--in a good or bad way--in your mind?  Was there one particular look that made you go, "Holy fuck, I didn't think that INSERT NAME could look any better/worse." Who has grown the most in regards to red carpet style?

It's Fashion Police, ADF-style!

 

DELETED USER

Liminal Messages

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 1:32 PM

One of my Facebook Friends posted a link to an article in a blog that I felt would be interesting to discuss here.  I am really interested in hearing your points of view.  The article is a little long but the point is pretty important, in my opinion.

Just-Shut-Up

 

What do you think Campers?

writerinmydreams

What the Fic?! 1/5

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 11:13 AM

prstlk

JANDCO - UPDATE US PLEASE!

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 9:54 AM

Jandco,

I know there are many of us wringing our hands with worry about you after your post yesterday.  

Here's the link to that campfire: http://www.adifferentforest.com/Campfires/19152

I know I should have put this within that campfire but didn't want to have it get to buried at the bottom of 3 pages of comments.

Has anyone heard from her?  

Prayers for her please!

alchemilla

THERE you are, Robbie.

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 4:14 AM

Withdrawal was driving me mad.  I need a regular dose of Rob like I need chocolate and coffee.

Here he is New Year's Eve.  Oh yeah, and Kristen too.

To make this interactive:  is your interest in Rob (or KStew) on the wane, due to the end of Twilight / Robsten oversaturation?

Has a new fandom grabbed you?  Who is  your new man to photostalk?  Or is there no one at all and you can get on with real life finally after five years?

moses_1

This Is Driving Me Crazy

Saturday January 5, 2013 at 12:12 AM

So I've been reading books by R.L. Mathewson and I swear on my toes that her writting seems so so familiar. Does anyone know if she was ever a fanfic author and if so what she wrote.

( Also she had the names Michael, Rose, Robert, Edward, Kate and Alice as side characters. This cannot cannot cannot be a coincidence, cmon Shelly!)

 

 

 

Are there any other books out there that you just know has to be one of the authors we hold near and dear? Let me know!

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