ghlo_riyah

So I've noticed that the latest Wattpad app update comes with a new feature. There's a new Wattys identification tab for books that have won before. It can be found right under the book's votes.
          	
          	While I think it's a brilliant idea, I feel it would've been more useful if it was tailored to the creators, like something to verify that this person is an official Wattpad Creator. I'm saying this because I've come across profiles/users who claim to be Wattpad Creators, but their page activities are questionable. For example: I'm pretty sure Wattpad Creators don't partake in r4r and v4v. Being invited into the Creators program, means your content attracts a huge number of engaged readers. So if you're calling yourself a creator, yet you're trading votes & reads then you're not one. Which is why I think Wattpad should really find a way to verify Creators, and not books that have won a Watty before. The Wattys already have a dedicated profile that has all the winning books in their reading list. Plus they also have the sticker, so... there's no need for the extra verification. 
          	
          	This is just my honest opinion, though I highly doubt if it'll change anything XD. Just wanted to put it out there. 

KimberlyWesley

Actually the Creators are not invited in by engaged readers anymore. Thus not about quality of work. It’s based on how often you post new content. I feel like they should showcase creators more…but some creators work…is questionable. I offered to critique some chapters and….it was barely legible, and they were Creators. 
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ghlo_riyah

So I've noticed that the latest Wattpad app update comes with a new feature. There's a new Wattys identification tab for books that have won before. It can be found right under the book's votes.
          
          While I think it's a brilliant idea, I feel it would've been more useful if it was tailored to the creators, like something to verify that this person is an official Wattpad Creator. I'm saying this because I've come across profiles/users who claim to be Wattpad Creators, but their page activities are questionable. For example: I'm pretty sure Wattpad Creators don't partake in r4r and v4v. Being invited into the Creators program, means your content attracts a huge number of engaged readers. So if you're calling yourself a creator, yet you're trading votes & reads then you're not one. Which is why I think Wattpad should really find a way to verify Creators, and not books that have won a Watty before. The Wattys already have a dedicated profile that has all the winning books in their reading list. Plus they also have the sticker, so... there's no need for the extra verification. 
          
          This is just my honest opinion, though I highly doubt if it'll change anything XD. Just wanted to put it out there. 

KimberlyWesley

Actually the Creators are not invited in by engaged readers anymore. Thus not about quality of work. It’s based on how often you post new content. I feel like they should showcase creators more…but some creators work…is questionable. I offered to critique some chapters and….it was barely legible, and they were Creators. 
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ghlo_riyah

Woah! This has been a super long week for me. Maybe it's because I'm looking forward to Christmas break. Lol.
          
          Chapters 19 & 20 are up!
          
          Seriously, you do not want to miss out on these chapters cuz they lead up to an interesting chain of events in the future. *smiling devil emoji*
          
          As usual, please don't forget to vote and share your thoughts, and a huge thank you for 100+ votes. I'm grateful♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

ghlo_riyah

Tonight on The Billionaire's Secret Affair 2: Return of the Ex-wife:
          
          Just as our lips brushed, a spiteful "Ahe-ahem!" had us pulling back.
          
          Nancy stood close; her red-painted lips curled down in disapproval with her arms crossed tightly against her chest. "As much as I admire your bold attempt at a PDA, need I remind you that we have a reputation and a marriage to protect? A marriage in which I am the wife!" Her hand shot up, displaying the new wedding ring on her finger.
          
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          Lol, trust Nancy to stir up some drama during Mirasol's birthday party XD 
          
          Please don't forget to vote and share your thoughts! Have an awesome weekend♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

ghlo_riyah

Tonight on BSA 2: Return of the Ex-wife:
          
          My phone's ringtone cut through our conversation, and I set my folded clothes down before picking it up. Gerta's name glowed on the screen, and I didn't hesitate to answer. "Hi, Ger—"
          
          "Shonee! Oh, thank God you picked up!" She sounded so panic-stricken that my eyebrows dipped in worry.
          
          "Ok, Gerta, calm down. What's going on?"
          
          "Mirasol is missing!"
          
          My heart jumped in my chest. "What? Wha-what do you mean Mirasol is missing?" 
          
          As soon as the question left my mouth, Jordin perked up, concerned.
          
          "We don't know where she is!" Gerta cried out. "After her violin classes, she headed up to her room. When dinner was ready, I went up to go and call her, but she wasn't there. We've searched every corner of the house, but we can't find her."
          
          As promised, it's a quadruple update tonight guys! Thanks once again for taking book one to 20k reads and book two to 1k. I really appreciate the support and look forward to crossing more milestones with you all! Have a super awesome weekend, and to my fellow Ghanaians above 18, charley, tomorrow vote wisely ooo!
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

ghlo_riyah

Super excited to see The BSA series thrivviinngg!
          
          During the week, book one and two pass the 20k and 1k threshold respectively and I'm so happy. Wonderful progress! To share my joy, expect a quadruple update on Friday! November was such a good writing month for me and as a result I have a huge number of pre-written chapters filled with twists and turns you'll never see coming. 
          
          Seriously, if you’re behind on chapters, you might want to catch up cuz Nancy Beckham is about to turn the entire Beckham household upside down! She's got a lot up her sleeve and this is just the beginning, trust me.
          
          Huge thanks to everyone who's been reading so far. And please note, I'm still dedicating chapters to active and genuine readers! So show some love people!
          
          See y'all this Friday, adios!♥️♥️♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

jsulli73

@ghlo_riyah congrats❤️. I'm so ready for Nancy and her mess 
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ghlo_riyah

It's another Friday, and you know what that means?
          
          Brand new update for BSA 2!!!
          
          While Shonee adjusts to life outside the Beckham mansion, Vincent goes on a tedious hunt to find her. And when he finally does, things take a rather steamy and surprising turn.
          
          Catch up on all the drama in this week's chapters! Also, please don't forget to vote and share your thoughts!
          
          Have a wonderful weekend♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

ghlo_riyah

Still ranking #1 in Ghana!
          
          If you haven't read GuiTara, please do. I assure you, you're gonna love the twists coupled with the romance and all the band drama! Lol! There is never a dull moment in Tara's world. 
          
          As you read, please don't forget to vote and share your thoughts. Thank you, and have an awesome week♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/209323143

ghlo_riyah

Tonight on The Billionaire's Secret Affair 2: Return of the Ex-Wife:
          
          "Nan...cy." I desperately clawed at her hand that was threatening to crush my throat. But she didn't care. All she did was press harder and lean closer, speaking in a tone that only made my pulse race.
          
          "Seriously, I am not Avril Payne. If push comes to shove and I have to take you down, I will. Even if it means killing you." Her dark brown eyes never left mine.
          
          Please don't forget to vote and share your thoughts. Also, a huge thank you to everyone who followed me during the week. I really appreciate you all. Wishing you a fantastic weekend. Much love♥️♥️♥️
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/368478010

ghlo_riyah

I have a lot to be grateful for this week.
          
          Not only has The Billionaire's Secret Affair surpassed 17k reads, GuiTara has also climbed up the charts, and is ranking number one in Ghana. I also finally, finally, fiiiinaallly brought myself to finish the rewrites, and I am so proud of myself for finishing one of my main writing goals this year. Now every book on my profile is complete with the exception of BSA 2 which is my current WIP. 
          
          I am so happy with this version of GuiTara because it's a 1000 times better than the first draft. Out of a total of 60 chapters, I managed to chop it down to 49.49! That's 11 chapters filled with scenes that weren't moving the plot, at all. They were just in the book because I wanted them in it: I wanted a singing competition, so I included it. I wanted a fight scene with Lucero and Tara, so I put it in. I wasn't writing for the plot's sake. I was writing for my sake and it ended up dragging the story. I'm a bit embarrassed that from 2020 to 2022, I had this up for people to read. I even entered it into the Wattys. Twice! I'm sure the judges had a good laugh XD. [Continued in comments]
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/209323143

ghlo_riyah

@ghlo_riyah Regardless, I understand that all of it had to happen so I could get better. After all, it was my second attempt at writing a full-length novel. I had to make mistakes, so I could learn from them, and I think it has paid off. Now, I have three other novels, and two short stories that reflect how far I've come as an amateur writer. I'm only hoping to get better from here on out.
            
            Huge thanks to everyone who reviewed the first draft, especially from the @concinnitycircle. I can't list everyone who was a part of the club (this message is already too long, lol.) But you know yourselves. I learnt a lot about writing from this club in my early wattpad years and I'm immensely grateful for all the support and feedback.
            
            Ok. That's it. I'm done talking, lmao. Oh but if you haven't given GuiTara a read, please do. I promise you'll love it. Thanks in advance and have a lovely weekend.❤️❤️❤️
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