Hi everyone! I've been lurking on the forum for a long time now but figured it was time to finally step out and introduce myself. I'm Jack, I've been writing fiction for about three years. I'm still catching up on reading all the sci-fi and fantasy classics, but some current favorites are Neil Gaiman, Octavia Butler, and Victor LaValle. I found the contest via the online workshop, which taught me a lot and encouraged me to submit. I'm looking forward to following everyone's writing journeys!
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
Welcome to the forum Jack. Congratulations on your win. I'm sure many writers on this forum will be more than happy to gather insightful comments from your writing process.
Today's science fiction is tomorrow's reality-D.R.Sweeney
HM x5
Published Poetry
2012 Stars in Our Hearts
Silver Ships
@jacknash Hello and welcome, Jack! 
“Stories are the collective wisdom of everyone who has ever lived. Your job as a storyteller is not simply to entertain. Nor is it to be noticed for the way your turn a phrase. You have a very important job—one of the most important. Your job is to let people know that everyone shares their feelings—and that these feelings bind us. Your job is a healing art, and like all healers, you have a responsibility. Let people know they are not alone. You must make people understand that we are all the same.”
Brian McDonald
2022: Second Place Winner V39 Q1
2021: HM, HM, SHM
2020: R
2019: SHM, R
2018: HM
2017: HM
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Hi! My name is Steve. And I'm new here. Nice to be here with you.
@kelvinnnn Welcome!
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
Welcome Stive. Not trying to be funny, but for clarity, is your name pronounced to rhyme with hive, or give?
Today's science fiction is tomorrow's reality-D.R.Sweeney
HM x5
Published Poetry
2012 Stars in Our Hearts
Silver Ships
Welcome Stive. Not trying to be funny, but for clarity, is your name pronounced to rhyme with hive, or give?
It's Steve. I didn't see the typo, sorry.
@jacknash Welcome and glad to read you've come out of the shadows. Awesome on the win. Congrats! 
In regards to Neil Gaiman, I have Didi tattooed on my leg, when she's talking to herself (Death) with the saying, "It always ends. That's what gives it value."
"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right."~ Henry Ford
2025 V42: RWC, HM (HM Resubmit), Submitted, Ideas swirling about
2024 V41: RWC (HM Resubmit), HM, RWC, Finalist (RWC Resubmit)
2023 V40: HM, HM, R, HM
2022 V39: SHM, HM, Semi-finalist, HM (HM Resubmit)
2021 V38: ---HM (R Resubmit)
2020 V37: -R--
@kelvinnnn Welcome. Take advantage of the 450 and story exchanges. They've helped me grow as a writer.
"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right."~ Henry Ford
2025 V42: RWC, HM (HM Resubmit), Submitted, Ideas swirling about
2024 V41: RWC (HM Resubmit), HM, RWC, Finalist (RWC Resubmit)
2023 V40: HM, HM, R, HM
2022 V39: SHM, HM, Semi-finalist, HM (HM Resubmit)
2021 V38: ---HM (R Resubmit)
2020 V37: -R--
@jacknash Welcome to the Forum, Jack! All the best to your writing!
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@kelvinnnn Welcome, Steve! We're glad to have you with us! Don't be afraid to ask questions--everyone is ready to help. Do take the Writers of the Future Online Workshop. You'll have a story you can submit to the contest by the end!
Welcome aboard!
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"Super-Duper Moongirl and the Amazing Moon Dawdler" won Best SFF Story of 2019! Read it in Writers of the Future, Vol. 35. Order HERE!
Need writing help? My award-winning SUPER SECRETS articles are FREE in DreamForge.
IT’S HERE! Many have been begged me to publish the Super Secrets of Writing. How to Write a Howling Good Story is now a #1 BESTSELLING BOOK! Get yours at your favorite retailer HERE!
@toddjones Thank you! And love Gaiman's take on Death! Great quote
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
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Writing advice: Substack.com/@jacknashstories
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
@jacknash Welcome, mysterious stranger. Congratulations on the Golden Pen win!
VOL 40 2nd Quarter: Third Place ("Ashes to Ashes, Blood to Carbonfiber")
Past submissions: R - HM - HM - HM - HM - HM - SHM - SHM
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Kindle Vella - Ashes to Ashes, Earth to Kaybee
Hey! I'm Alix. New here, looking forward to checking this place out.
Welcome to the forum Alix. There are a lot of resources available here. Be sure to take advantage of the free workshop.
Today's science fiction is tomorrow's reality-D.R.Sweeney
HM x5
Published Poetry
2012 Stars in Our Hearts
Silver Ships
Hi, I'm a silicon Valley refugee, retired in Virginia. I'm writing my first novella and a novel that I hope to release this year. However, after listening to @orson-scott-card, I may rethink my work. Maybe I'll learn more here and move forward!
-Will Span
The glass can be half full or half empty, who cares. The glass is simply too large.
@wulfmoon Thank you very much! Nice to meet you!
Yes I'm really looking forward to see how things progress forward It's a great way to learn as well.
Vol 42: Q1 - R Q2 - HM Q3 - P
Vol 41: Q1 - HM, Q2 - SHM, Q3 - RWC, Q4 - HM
Vol 40: Q4 - DQ
@degray Nice to meet you! That's cool that you have some novels in the making! I do the same while also working on my next quarter story. Best of luck with your next entry!
Vol 42: Q1 - R Q2 - HM Q3 - P
Vol 41: Q1 - HM, Q2 - SHM, Q3 - RWC, Q4 - HM
Vol 40: Q4 - DQ
@jacknash Nice to meet you! Big congratulations on your win! 🥳 Fantastic!
Vol 42: Q1 - R Q2 - HM Q3 - P
Vol 41: Q1 - HM, Q2 - SHM, Q3 - RWC, Q4 - HM
Vol 40: Q4 - DQ
@kelvinnnn Nice to meet you! Welcome!
Vol 42: Q1 - R Q2 - HM Q3 - P
Vol 41: Q1 - HM, Q2 - SHM, Q3 - RWC, Q4 - HM
Vol 40: Q4 - DQ
@alixinitalix Good to meet you, welcome!
Vol 42: Q1 - R Q2 - HM Q3 - P
Vol 41: Q1 - HM, Q2 - SHM, Q3 - RWC, Q4 - HM
Vol 40: Q4 - DQ
@patricia-a Thank you so much!
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
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Writing advice: Substack.com/@jacknashstories
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
@rw-span Greetings from one Virginia transplant to another! Good luck with your revisions!
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
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Writing advice: Substack.com/@jacknashstories
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
Hey! I'm Alix. New here, looking forward to checking this place out.
Welcome, Alix!
You’ll find a very supportive group here. Don’t be afraid to look around and ask questions!
Welcome aboard!
Click here to JOIN THE WULF PACK!
"Super-Duper Moongirl and the Amazing Moon Dawdler" won Best SFF Story of 2019! Read it in Writers of the Future, Vol. 35. Order HERE!
Need writing help? My award-winning SUPER SECRETS articles are FREE in DreamForge.
IT’S HERE! Many have been begged me to publish the Super Secrets of Writing. How to Write a Howling Good Story is now a #1 BESTSELLING BOOK! Get yours at your favorite retailer HERE!
Welcome, Will!
You’ll find few with more knowledge than Scott Card. I’m glad you caught that presentation. Learn your craft. It will only help you as you work on longer forms. A great way to measure how you’re doing is to submit a fresh story every quarter. As you start getting results, you can chart your progress.
Welcome aboard!
Click here to JOIN THE WULF PACK!
"Super-Duper Moongirl and the Amazing Moon Dawdler" won Best SFF Story of 2019! Read it in Writers of the Future, Vol. 35. Order HERE!
Need writing help? My award-winning SUPER SECRETS articles are FREE in DreamForge.
IT’S HERE! Many have been begged me to publish the Super Secrets of Writing. How to Write a Howling Good Story is now a #1 BESTSELLING BOOK! Get yours at your favorite retailer HERE!
@jacknash Thanks! I'm near Richmond, where are you? Maybe we can do a lunch one day.
-Will
-Will Span
The glass can be half full or half empty, who cares. The glass is simply too large.
@rw-span I'm out Arlington way. But yes! That would be delightful!
2024 Golden Pen Winner for "Son, Spirit, Snake"
Vol. 40: Q1 - P, Q2 - SF, Q3 - HM, Q4 - First Place + Grand Prize
X (Twitter): @jnashstories
Writing advice: Substack.com/@jacknashstories
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"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." ― John Steinbeck
Thanks, @Patricia-a ...the novella just hit Amazon today!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D538DQSD
-Will Span
The glass can be half full or half empty, who cares. The glass is simply too large.
