tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.comments2023-11-05T03:05:42.155-05:00A Writer's BlockAngela Mageehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.comBlogger321125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-89576793940119933172013-08-26T01:36:06.286-04:002013-08-26T01:36:06.286-04:00Bea, you hit the nail on the head with stereotypes...Bea, you hit the nail on the head with stereotypes and cliches. If one's idea of including diverse characters is having an asexual Asian man who's good in math but a terrible driver and an oversexed black guy who speaks ebonics, they should go away with that. But otherwise they shouldn't be scared off.<br /><br />And, sir G of Falcata Times, thanks for mentioning those bucks. I'm going to go look them up now.Angela Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-88547127230827845582013-08-24T06:41:57.573-04:002013-08-24T06:41:57.573-04:00Its just silly, I sit back and read everyones book...Its just silly, I sit back and read everyones books, do I care as to the characters colour? No, I want characters that have foibles and have issues I can relate with. <br /><br />Its like saying that you can't write a fantasy race because you aren't one but does that stop people writing about Elves, Orcs or Fae? No.<br /><br />There are authors who do write different ethneticies to themselves. For example if you get the chance perhaps try Ben Aaronovitch's Rivers of London series. They're great fun with a lead character thats black. Is that a big issue? No, its the fact that he's thrown in from the life of a mundane police officer to a special unit to be trained as a Wizard. It's a great series and a lot of fun.<br /><br />Likewise I like to sit back and read Malorie Blackman, She has some great characters and really finds a way to get her message through to the youth of today. I just don't understand some people.<br /><br />Great links though, great to see the kids thinking. Falcata Timeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08966249741728882578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-9735825493170940082013-08-23T20:36:23.967-04:002013-08-23T20:36:23.967-04:00Excellent post. I've seen a lot of arguments a...Excellent post. I've seen a lot of arguments around write what you know, with some people insisting that only POC can and should write POC characters and others who are in agreement with you. I agree wih you provided the author makes an effort to get it write and resists stereotypes and cliches. <br /><br />I love that Cheerios commercial. I'd seen it several times but it wasn't until the fuss kicked up that I even realized the couple was mixed race. Cluelessness FTW!Beahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17455117466213636141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-11987208948658163152012-11-18T10:23:35.536-05:002012-11-18T10:23:35.536-05:00It might be if you were more feminist minded, Book...It might be if you were more feminist minded, Bookie. ;-) With all the sexism in the fannish community, there's been a backlash against the term fan*girl*, that I respect, if not fully adopt.Angela Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-13446673466827258492012-11-13T19:24:13.535-05:002012-11-13T19:24:13.535-05:00I am a grown woman, and a fangrrl. The two are not...I am a grown woman, and a fangrrl. The two are not mutually exclusive. ;)Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415819230337026236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-83224479255304006602011-03-18T21:06:07.398-04:002011-03-18T21:06:07.398-04:00Shane, thank you so much :)
Michelle, me too. It...Shane, thank you so much :) <br /><br />Michelle, me too. It's been a long road, and there is still a long way to go, but it's so worth it.<br /><br />Nethorse, thanks!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />Devin, hehe, thanks a ton.<br /><br />Wow, I'm so happy that all of you have enjoyed my writing :) Makes me feel good.<br /><br />JulieJ.A. Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613488285669190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-86174763072300375662011-03-17T13:22:48.165-04:002011-03-17T13:22:48.165-04:00Julie is an excellent writer. I recommend all of h...Julie is an excellent writer. I recommend all of her work.Devin OBranagan https://www.blogger.com/profile/12640409985305455375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-78398848083919589022011-03-17T00:45:57.131-04:002011-03-17T00:45:57.131-04:00Julie's stories are "fun reads" and ...Julie's stories are "fun reads" and I think suitable for all ages - Westward Yo kept this VERY senior citizen captivated and sorry to get to the end - I wanted to read more!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01409744209920106685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-18742091452928743452011-03-16T21:02:24.798-04:002011-03-16T21:02:24.798-04:00I'm so glad to see you've made it. You'...I'm so glad to see you've made it. You've worked incredibly hard at this and deserve every bit of recognition.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-57269224837411867732011-03-16T21:01:21.039-04:002011-03-16T21:01:21.039-04:00Excellent writer, give it a whirl!
This is a toug...Excellent writer, give it a whirl!<br /><br />This is a tough industry to break through with. Julie goes out of her way to give you a really excellent escape. Try it, you won't be disappointed.The_Mr_Delaneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03687782482155381537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-36719962075694436162011-03-16T20:54:10.539-04:002011-03-16T20:54:10.539-04:00Thanks for having me!!!
JulieThanks for having me!!!<br /><br />JulieJ.A. Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613488285669190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-63333003521554309932011-02-11T21:18:59.214-05:002011-02-11T21:18:59.214-05:00But that's all part of the adventure! That...But that's all part of the adventure! That's for poppin' in, Julie!Angela Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-113128665159790822011-02-11T12:27:40.386-05:002011-02-11T12:27:40.386-05:00I stopped reading her series a while ago. I too ha...I stopped reading her series a while ago. I too have a love hate relationship with them, but after a certain character was sentenced to death I stopped reading. Not completely sure why but... yeah... <br /><br />Thanks for sharing!J.A. Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613488285669190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-32787212768371838472011-01-25T22:19:26.115-05:002011-01-25T22:19:26.115-05:00Awesome! :)Awesome! :)Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415819230337026236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-57647769579650882182011-01-23T22:58:05.435-05:002011-01-23T22:58:05.435-05:0010 points to JEFritz! Yes, the final Buffy battle...10 points to JEFritz! Yes, the final Buffy battle began with the episode of said title and the running warning. Very creepy stuff. And my upcoming schedule is feeling about the same. :)Angela Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-6247264585258475222011-01-23T16:17:19.601-05:002011-01-23T16:17:19.601-05:00The title feels like an appropriate reference to s...The title feels like an appropriate reference to school and work. They really jump out at you, don't they?<br /><br />Also, I want to say the title is from Buffy, but I'm not sure. Sadly, It's been far too long since I've seen it. Good luck with the evil :)J E Fritzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03372746219262163566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-86933618772324489802011-01-18T15:37:47.631-05:002011-01-18T15:37:47.631-05:00Wow. Just wow. Great day or greatest day?
Anyway,...Wow. Just wow. Great day or greatest day?<br /><br />Anyway, I've enjoyed your blog so much that I'm giving it an award. I'm searching for cool new blogs to follow and yours is great : DJ E Fritzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03372746219262163566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-84946555633403571472011-01-17T09:01:41.729-05:002011-01-17T09:01:41.729-05:00I love your honesty, enthusiasm, and style. At lea...I love your honesty, enthusiasm, and style. At least you can have a little fun with yourself and blog about it when something this fantastic happens. <br />Yes, you should be writing...more! And posting. Kelley's right! <br />Lucky you for having that opportunity! I think we'd all act about the same in the presence of someone we admire. <br />Also, you're an excellent mod and a very down to earth & genuine person! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-87546248453482579742011-01-16T00:08:15.640-05:002011-01-16T00:08:15.640-05:00OMG super awesome :) I'm a little beyond jealo...OMG super awesome :) I'm a little beyond jealous... Very exciting :)J.A. Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613488285669190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-74099773930908058392011-01-03T14:13:55.602-05:002011-01-03T14:13:55.602-05:00I love reading about how you see your world. It re...I love reading about how you see your world. It reminds me to look more closely at my own.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415819230337026236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-79013096154886127312011-01-01T17:55:13.634-05:002011-01-01T17:55:13.634-05:00May this year bring you the realization of many po...May this year bring you the realization of many possibilities!aztecladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14857872357667370906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-21230717033141534932011-01-01T15:40:12.936-05:002011-01-01T15:40:12.936-05:00I am so glad I'm not the only one who thinks l...I am so glad I'm not the only one who thinks like that.<br /><br />*hugs* You fill my heart with joy. Happy 2011 my friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-89811599495414122482010-12-27T23:41:33.411-05:002010-12-27T23:41:33.411-05:00Bleh on him :( He should be grateful he is getting...Bleh on him :( He should be grateful he is getting an education. Probably on daddy's dime. <br /><br />*hugs* <br /><br />JulieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-40620328874597875082010-12-26T21:05:49.245-05:002010-12-26T21:05:49.245-05:00Ugh! I hate people like him. I don't mind lett...Ugh! I hate people like him. I don't mind letting people vent to me most of the time, but when they start being insulting? I'm done. <br /><br />I hope you finished everything up and had a great Christmas!Seleste deLaney/Julie Partickahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05346934576672398786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8892338291010937531.post-4170802147315027142010-12-25T10:50:58.441-05:002010-12-25T10:50:58.441-05:00Happy holidays, all!
There is one benefit to havi...Happy holidays, all!<br /><br />There is one benefit to having known Mr. Whiner and others like him: I tend to think of my protagonists is forgivably flawed (it's boring if they're some sort of perfect that we mere mortals can't aspire to), and my antagonists as terribly bad (though I'm working on a more rounded view)....People like him remind me that there's worlds of people in between. Lovely fodder for stories...so long as I don't have to put up with them for too long!Angela Mageehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15025716502393219570noreply@blogger.com