[stylist] Helene...Sample Chapters

[helene ryles]

Hi,
Thanks very much for offering to read my chapters. You're offer will
be most gratefully taken up when I've finished my book and start
wanting people's feedback on it. I've not reached that point yet.

Helene

Helene

On 24/04/2009, Amy Krout-Horn <krouthorn at verizon.net> wrote:
> Hi Helene:
> I've been following the thread concerning the twin characters names and I
> have to agree with Lori. At first listen, I was immediately struck with the
> notion that, if I listened for several pages of the story that, at some
> point, these two characters would melt into one for me, and I would have to
> reread to keep them straight in any given scene. Twins are a powerful symbol
> and you wouldn't want your reader to become frustrated with having to
> mentally work too hard. Your story sounds intriguing and, if you would like,
> I would read and critique the first three chapters. I always find feedback
> helpful, so I'm willing to provide some for you. If interested, send your
> manuscript sample to me off list.
> Although I enjoyed the Bobsie Twins when I was a child, I'm not sure if the
> comparison applies, since I'm assuming your novel is meant for an adult
> audience. What works in children's literature doesn't always fly with more
> mature readers. Best of luck.
> Amy
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