SallyMason1

Hello everyone! I learned today that someone from WP stole LUNAR ECLIPSE and published it on Amazon under a different title and a different name. The person didn't bother to change anything, including the images at the end of each chapter that ask for comments and votes. Such a blatant copyright infringement is quite cheeky (and stupid), and I'm sure that Amazon will remove the book soon, so if you are the infringer and are reading this, be prepared to have your Amazon account closed permanently.
          	
          	However, in light of this, I do no longer feel safe to post anything on WP that I intend to publish commercially in the future. This means that Lunar Eclipse will come down as soon as the copyright claim is resolved, and that I will not publish part II as I originally intended. I will also unpublish BETWEEN and will no longer publish any new stories. It is very unfortunate that I have to take this step because I loved sharing my work with you on WP. Your reads, comments, and votes carried me through the turmoils of my writer's journey and I will always be grateful for this.
          	
          	For now, my early stories will remain on WP and I will continue to post on Inkitt (the link is available on my profile) while I evaluate if I want to risk of having anything else stolen. For those of you who are avid fans of my work, watch out for announcements about new releases on Amazon because I will always give away free copies to WP readers who have proven supporters of my work.

philouwrites

@sallymason1 seriously, what’s wrong with people? This is why we can’t have nice things. I came here looking for your onc stories because I’m finally catching up on reading but I suppose this means you won’t publish them here? I’m glad you got the situation sorted out with Amazon but it’s still a very sad business for all of us :(((((((
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SallyMason1

@lyttlejoe , @Multilingually , @Nablai , @WendyyWolfe , @Meeko0903 , @Tefaye_girl  Thanks for your kind comments and support. Amazon took the book down, but it was still a hassle. I'm just sad that WP doesn't put safeguards in place to avoid downright downloads, which will deter authors to publish on this platform.
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SallyMason1

@elveloy They downloaded the book straight from WP, images and all, without any typing on their part. I thought WP actually resolved this security glitch by blocking downloads, but this has obviously been proven wrong. I no longer feel safe keeping anything of value on here.
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SallyMason1

Hello everyone! I learned today that someone from WP stole LUNAR ECLIPSE and published it on Amazon under a different title and a different name. The person didn't bother to change anything, including the images at the end of each chapter that ask for comments and votes. Such a blatant copyright infringement is quite cheeky (and stupid), and I'm sure that Amazon will remove the book soon, so if you are the infringer and are reading this, be prepared to have your Amazon account closed permanently.
          
          However, in light of this, I do no longer feel safe to post anything on WP that I intend to publish commercially in the future. This means that Lunar Eclipse will come down as soon as the copyright claim is resolved, and that I will not publish part II as I originally intended. I will also unpublish BETWEEN and will no longer publish any new stories. It is very unfortunate that I have to take this step because I loved sharing my work with you on WP. Your reads, comments, and votes carried me through the turmoils of my writer's journey and I will always be grateful for this.
          
          For now, my early stories will remain on WP and I will continue to post on Inkitt (the link is available on my profile) while I evaluate if I want to risk of having anything else stolen. For those of you who are avid fans of my work, watch out for announcements about new releases on Amazon because I will always give away free copies to WP readers who have proven supporters of my work.

philouwrites

@sallymason1 seriously, what’s wrong with people? This is why we can’t have nice things. I came here looking for your onc stories because I’m finally catching up on reading but I suppose this means you won’t publish them here? I’m glad you got the situation sorted out with Amazon but it’s still a very sad business for all of us :(((((((
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SallyMason1

@lyttlejoe , @Multilingually , @Nablai , @WendyyWolfe , @Meeko0903 , @Tefaye_girl  Thanks for your kind comments and support. Amazon took the book down, but it was still a hassle. I'm just sad that WP doesn't put safeguards in place to avoid downright downloads, which will deter authors to publish on this platform.
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SallyMason1

@elveloy They downloaded the book straight from WP, images and all, without any typing on their part. I thought WP actually resolved this security glitch by blocking downloads, but this has obviously been proven wrong. I no longer feel safe keeping anything of value on here.
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SallyMason1

Both PARALLEL and SMOKING GUN passed round 1 of the ONC. To celebrate, I published the next chapter of PARALLEL -- check in with Harper and see where she ended up after her visit to the prison.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407397057-parallel-onc-2026
          
          The chapter is dedicated to my WP friend @elveloy . Vera has been participating in the ONC every year with exciting Steampunk/Sci-Fi stories that will keep you at the edge of your seats. This year's entry Steampunk Assassin is a must-read.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407439921-steampunk-assassin-onc2026

XShattered_Memoriesx

@SallyMason1 You qualified me? For what, sorry my notifications don't show anything, im honoured though!
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SallyMason1

@XShattered_Memoriesx  Maybe it was on the qualifier page when I congratulated you?
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SallyMason1

As promised, I've posted my second ONC entry; a dark romance thriller based on prompt #51: 
          While in search for a missing friend, you accidentally kidnap the most feared crime lord.
          
          I think I'm gonna have a lot of fun with this one, so I hope you'll check it out. Happy reading!
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407345611-smoking-gun-onc-2026
          
          The first chapter is dedicated to @lyttlejoe who surprises me every year with another amazing ONC entry. There's always thrills, love, and a fast-paced plot that forces you to turn the pages. This year's entry THE NANNY CONTRACT is no exception. Go and check it out:
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407387358-the-nanny-contract-onc2026

SallyMason1

Chapter 2 of PARALLEL has been published. Meet our second protagonist, Carter, and find out what happened on the day the world was plunged into darkness. 
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407397057-parallel-onc-2026
          
          Today's chapter is dedicated to @moon_fabler whose story "The Golden Hair - A Deadly Prophecy" is a super cool retelling of Rapunzel. A must-add to your ONC reading list.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407655412-the-golden-hair-a-deadly-prophecy
          
          @moon_fabler also runs the ONC Book Lounge, a ONC critique club that offers support and true feedback beyond a "great story." If you are participating in ONC, come and check it out.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407506252-onc-book-lounge-2026

SallyMason1

It's the time of the year again when writers come together to write a novella in 90 days. As usual, I will participate, and I'm happy to announce that the first chapter of PARALLEL is up. Happy reading!
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407397057-parallel-onc-2026

lyttlejoe

@SallyMason1 
            Hello, Sal and Happy New Year! ;P)
            Hope you are well, and I am looking forward to a complete story from you this year. (grin)
            The best of good luck in the challenge.
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philouwrites

@sallymason1 Yay! Looking forward to start reading this.
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