@CynthiaDagnal-Myron
I've been a bit slow getting back to reading some of my favorite stories here because I'm working on the ending of mine. But I'm going to be diving back in soon, I promise! I've gotten some great recommendations, too, and found a few new stories I'm curious about just by reading through the Creators Discord servers, too. Wish I had more time! Wattpad is a treasure trove...
I'm at that point where all the loose ends of "My Seoul Man" need to be tied up and I'm not going to lie, it's a daunting task. But I'm weaving those loose ends together a little bit at a time--a bit slower after my recent medical issues, but it's getting there. I can't wait to click on "Completed" when the job's done. Isn't that the best feeling, fellow writers? Though I will miss AJ and Eboni so much, there's nothing like that feeling of accomplishment when you get that last chapter done!
Just popping in to see how you’re getting on♥️♥️
@MoodyMooseMouse Sweet of you! I've had some tests that indicate that the cancer was removed and had not spread--I have one more to go, but so far, I'm clean. Otherwise, I'm recovering, gradually, from the other medical issues that hit me at the same time. So physical therapy and such for a while longer, but the fog has begun to lift from my writer brain which makes me happiest. Getting there, literally one step at a time...
We did it! My Seoul Man has hit 100K readers--and to every single one of you, I say: BLESSINGS UPON BLESSINGS. You have helped me reach the Wattpad milestone I've wanted for years. Incredible! I woke up to THIS today: https://www.wattpad.com/story/342675471-my-seoul-man
I'm being released from rehab after some scary setbacks, and I just saw that Seoul Man is on the brink of 100K reads. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! And I do have an ending in my head and heart for AJ and Eboni. I just need a little more time. Be back soon!
@MarCafeWrites I really miss the old days myself, when Wattpad was a big community full of readers and writers who just read and wrote whatever they wanted without thinking about popularity. I miss the Newsfeed and the forums...all that. I've been experimenting lately, dipping my toe in the new Naver world. I may do that again soon--just dive into something weird again, for the contrariness of it. I think it would be good for my soul--and also, I have a feeling people would still eventually find it. They're finding the couple of older stories on their own somehow, even now. Which makes me happy!
@CynthiaDagnal-Myron Oh, I see. Well, nothing I write gets many reads, so I guess I don't think in those terms. I don't like what's popular, so I just do my own thing. No, not that I know of, but I don't read non-fiction unless someone I know wrote it.
@MarCafeWrites You can post it, it just doesn't get much play of course. Back when I first got here you could write all kinds of things and people would find and read it avidly. Or... perhaps I've gotten totally out of the loop? Is there any non-fiction I should know about?
So, after sleeping sitting up for a whole week, I was finally able to ease myself down into my bed the normal way last night. And it was DELICIOUS. Crises like this seem to always be about appreciating the simple things you take for granted every day. So, I hope you're having some tasty moments like that, too!
@CynthiaDagnal-Myron Glad to hear you were able to sleep comfortably! Wishing you all the best, Cynthia <3
Hey Cynthia! Just wondering if you ever had plans to make another story based in Seoul?
@pixiesoiree7 Actually, the next one will be here in the states, but it will still be a K-pop romance. I had a little brainstorm one day that I think will be really fun, so... not going back to Seoul yet. But I'm sure it will happen later.
Great news! Malignant polyp was non- invasive and fully removed. One more MRI to check on two tiny dots on my liver, but everyone thinks that's going to be nothing. So I'm back! Love y'all!
@UnbalancedMom333 I'm still pretty woozy and weak, but the news was good and I'm looking forward to a full, cancerless recovery. Sweet of you to check on me!
Hi @CynthiaDagnal-Myron ! I just now went to your profile bc I noticed you’ve been quiet on WP. So sorry to hear you’ve been dealing with scary medical stuff, and very glad to hear you’ve gotten good news. Take good care ❤️
@CynthiaDagnal-Myron I’m so pleased and relieved to hear this. I’ve been thinking of you all week♥️
@CynthiaDagnal-Myron Do you think I'll be able to publish the book later if I wanted to?
Hi Cynthia! I'm not sure if you remember me but it's fine. I wish I could have private messaged you, but alas, the feature's gone.
Anyway, I wanted to ask if you would recommend becoming a Wattpad Original Writer? Is it reliable? What is it like exactly? I'd be thrilled if you could enlighten me, as I'm considering putting out a manuscript I've been working on this year. Any details would be amazing when you find the time.
Let me know if you'd rather talk privately. I'll be glad to share my email or whatever works for you.
Thanks again!
@Phase19 Yiu get individualized contracts that tell you what rights are included. So you'll kinda cross that bridge when you get to it.
@Phase19 Wattpad Originals are serialized stories that can go on for many seasons. You can pitch yours online via a form provided by Wattpad if it fits their pretty specific needs. There's an entire page devoted to the specifics now. I have truly enjoyed the experience. I was invited out of the blue and I didn't keep up with the payments or any of that. But it was lovely to be paid for my work after all these years. I also love having an editor to work with when I need advice. So you'll get no complaints from me!