saintsm

Hi! How are you?
          	
          	I just want to share that…I’m plotting a new story! Still in the early stages though, and I don’t have a set timeline yet for when I’ll start posting. I’ll share more details this April once things are a bit more settled.
          	
          	I wanted to share a little peek into the world already  hehe. Here’s the playlist I’ve been building for it: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7K4Lqd2uoHtOt6KMpoqUHE?si=xT13J_ILRpSAwv4NoP-vBA&pi=tLrCvOHYRkeCy
          	
          	I’m excited to take you with me again on this one :P

FiendForcc

ooooh I love drag path
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ezparker

@psyezrahmm le is che ka talaga
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crimsonwxngs

@saintsm I’m already so excited for this story! I’m really glad you decided to create a new one. I just had a peek at your pl and it already feels like this is going to hurt in the best way haha. So I think I’ll start preparing my emotions na :>
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EZRAAAAHHMMM

nagkakagulo na readers mo sa argument ko. 
          
          keep being silent. thats ur strongest move. Stupid leader leading a loud, stupid flock. Ang ingay wala namang laman. Panay be kind eh. Hindi ko na nga sinagot. Hindi naman kasi sila ung kausap.
          
          since u so confidently claim to be a poet, sakto kasi this whole thing reads like bad poetry. ur readers are painfully convinced it means more than it actually does.
          
          let them be loud for you. a leader like u was always going to attract a flock like that. 
          
          but i suggest pagsabihan mo sila kasi sayo din babalik yan. akala mo hindi mapapansin kung paano umasta readers mo ngayong start up ka? the way they act? reflection mo na din yan whether u like it or not. Kaya sige, hayaan mo lang kung gusto mo but don’t act surprised pag ikaw na yung pinag-uusapan after. thats just how it works.

EZRAAAAHHMMM

This is psyezrahmm hahaha
          
          I made this account just to share one last point, and I’ll really try to be as respectful as this space seems to require.
          
          Plot-wise: I have to commend the dedication to the cheating trope—it’s doing an incredible amount of heavy lifting. Halos buong narrative naka-anchor na doon. It come off as reinforcing certain STEREOTYPES sa LGBTQ+ community but I guess that’s part of the “depth” people here appreciate.
          
          Writing: The uneven chapter lengths also add a certain charm. ramdam mo kung saan mas may energy magsulat, halata mo rin saan tinamad
          
          Humor: I can see the effort. I really can. Kennedy’s conyo and Isla’s very refined way of speaking create a distinct tone—but at times, it feels less like natural dialogue and more like something you’re supposed to find witty. Which, to be fair, many of you clearly do. Wala namang taong ganun ka conyo magsalita
          
          Characters: What I find most interesting is how much the story leans on Isla’s abusive background to justify her actions. Ang consensus dito is that it’s “realistic,” which again says a lot. I think not everything needs to be framed as trauma to feel meaningful. Minsan people are just making bad choices. Pero I understand that might not feel “deep” enough.
          
          of course, full respect to everyone here who clearly enjoys unpacking every detail and assigning layers of meaning to it. Feeling deep isn’t inherently a problem minsan lang, it starts to feel like the depth is being SUPPLIED by the reader rather than the text.
          
          Hopefully, this answers your question on where the author could improve. At sayo author, no need to block me again, I’ll be deleting this account after this anyway.

lyssareign

@crimsonwxngs she's too stubborn to accept she's wrong. Look how she couldn't even stick to her agenda, straying every now and then from the direction she so confidently mapped out. Let's put it to rest. If she ever so yap again, I hope keep niya na lang sa wall niya. A+ for the effort to make another acct to get here and... lost.
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crimsonwxngs

@EZRAAAAHHMMM I think you’re misunderstanding what I mean. What I actually said is “We try to be kind here, even when critiquing.” But anyway, it’s not about ignoring problems or pretending the story has no flaws. The detailed breakdown was exactly about what could be improved.
            
            You can point out issues, call out mistakes, or suggest improvements. Critiquing doesn’t stop being valid just because it’s kind; it just means it’s communicated without unnecessary attacks or assumptions about others.
            
            So yes, we notice complexity, we analyze, and we critique—but we choose to do it thoughtfully, not just to prove a point or put someone down. That’s the difference. 
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lyssareign

@EZRAAAAHHMMM gosh. You make me wheeze talaga. Now you resort to calling her "newbie" as an insult because, apparently, we give her "too much credit". Girl it's called "appreciation" anyone who has a thing for deep-dive literature can understand. 'Wag mong ipilit sa pea-sized brain mo. How lower can you get pa ba from the lower you've gone kanina? Now you're dragging your faves here. Sabi mo you are not shoving your opinion down our throat then what are you doing? You highly encourage us and Saint to check them out para "maimprove". I hate to break it to you but most of us here had read them, okay? Messy pa writing niyan and 80% fillers that I can perfectly point out which. Baka fetus ka pa nung nabasa namin 'yan. I tried reading the revised versions too before I finished college, ganoon pa rin naman sila parang... Haha. Baka mag-combust ka d'yan so I won't continue with the insult. Humahanga ka masyado with how eloquent I am eg. Gets kita. Humble naman ako. I'm not going lower pa cus I like you underneath me, bae. So, yeah, it didn't appeal to me nga. Like how Love, Isla didn't appeal to you. I don't wanna talk more about what you tolerate in this community na enraged kayo when it comes irl. It's a matter of understanding na hindi pa open ang isip ng iba—you included. You seem so... dedicated pa naman.
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FiendForcc

Hi author, day one (not so) silent reader mo ko dito, and I've seen some sentiments that I don't agree with. I'm no longer engaging with it but I just wanna say that the simplicity of your story is what made it great. it's relatable, no unrealistic plot twists, and yes LIT REFERENCES. God I love those. Also, I'd like to think na some of the characters' experiences were experienced by real people. like what I have said, totally relatable. It sounded like someone's actual story narrated in a creative manner. and, and, I love how you made it an open ending. I love how the story did not provide definitive future for the two. Kasi its giving the readers an option to contemplate and infer. it somehow felt like were involved with their lives? hahaha. lol. lastly, I'm glad your cooking another piece. I'm looking forward reading it. I hope you keep writing because you love it and not because you're pressured. take care.

jnksimp

Authorrrr I hope it’s okay to ask, this is for a homework. I’m planning to use your work as one of my examples.
          
          I just wanted to confirm po if pasok sa contemporary romance yung Love, Isla? Nagdadalawang isip ako kasi parang di naman siya plot driven kasi puro inner thoughts ni Jace…

kdipfreeze

definitely your newest reader!! i love how you write and carry on in-depth thoughts that makes me stop reading for a moment, thinking "oo nga 'no?" you are worth following, miss author!!! i love isla, jace, and your sexy brainssss 

kdipfreeze

@kdipfreeze still not finished reading tho, just so u guys wait
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favcolorjade22

Reading that basher's post on your board is truly aggravating. Your dedicated readers have been writing lengthy, heartfelt messages to show their appreciation for your talent, only for someone to post such a blunt 'personal opinion.' It’s honestly unbelievable.!!!