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BookwormJo
BookwormJo
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Topics: 132 / Replies: 865
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Hmm, while we wait for a final decision on the Doc or alternatives, I think I might set up another thread for starting writing next week? What do we t...

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

@sea Okay, sure, I think that could work! I think D.K's personality would probably work well with Cal's 😀

11 months ago
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RE: One year away from being a pathfinder

Welcome to the Discussion Forum, Tieme!

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Okay, before I even get to the actual story, can we just take a moment of silence to appreciate the writing style?*moment* Man, the way Andy Greenbe...

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Oh, I finished reading the Marcus Hutchins story, and it's incredibly fascinating!

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

@sea Ooh, good point . . . yeah, that makes sense. Yeah, the boys and girls would have separate cabins. Okay, maybe we should tweak that plot point . ...

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Still waiting on two more first chapter outlines! Maybe I'll do an outline for D.K. in the meantime. . .

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

After selecting "for personal use", Google will ask you to add some details like your name. Enter your Guide username instead of your real name. And f...

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

When you open to a new tab, there typically are 4 headings in the right hand corner. Click on the icon with your profile image. A dropdown menu should...

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Hmm, INC, lickington and SEA, apparently the concern with the Google Docs method is that people's real names could accidentally be revealed. Would you...

11 months ago
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RE: Study the Bible With Me

Sorry I haven't replied to this yet. My week's been packed. But I've been listening to Jeremiah . . . Hopefully by Sabbath I can do a thorough analysi...

11 months ago
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RE: Writers' Problems . . .

Ahh, interesting! What books would you say have really static characters, vs ones that are really dynamic and growing?

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

Okay, first person, present tense it is!

11 months ago
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RE: Writing Buddies Multi-Author Project (MAP 2.0)

INC, wanna give a quick outline of your plans for your first chapter?

11 months ago
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