Winds of change, maybe - A Poll

[glennagirl.livejournal.com]

Section VII has been up and running for over two years now, something that makes me both grateful and just a little proud.  Especially proud of the terrific writers who have contributed to the success of a gen writing community that some said would fail.  I'm so happy that both writers and readers alike made sure that didn't happen.  Thank you.
Now it seems like we might want to add or subtract in the area of challenges and events that go on here.  The poll is for everyone, whether you're a regular visitor or not; all input is valuable in some way.

[Poll #1968070]

Comments

[mrua7.livejournal.com]

Good poll!

[pactnmmt.livejournal.com]

While I can't promise that such a change would mean that I would be able to contribute more often, I really liked it when the picfic prompt was revealed and writers had a week to submit it.

[mrua7.livejournal.com]

Thank for letting me know. It seems the poll is showing that time is an issue for a fair amount of people. So at your suggestion I think I'll be putting the PicFic back to a week turnover. I agree it does make it easier to particiapate. Having lots of time on my hands the current 24 hour turnouver is no big deal for me.

You may not believe this but I select the photo for picfic on Sunday...so I really don't have much more adance notice before I post it. I start writing on Monday, just like everyone else just to be fair... sometimes I'm up too late doing it . lol~

[glennagirl.livejournal.com]

Happily this is an easy fix. I think Marian is already making plans to change it up.

[threecee.livejournal.com]

I've been way behind on my fanfic reading and everything else in my life. So it is me, not Section VII.

[mrua7.livejournal.com]

I have a tough time keeping up reading...and answering emails and pms too. I know how you feel. As much time as I have on my hands, sometimes it feels like it's not enough.

[glennagirl.livejournal.com]

You're not alone, I'm still trying to read stories from the Easter Egg event. Time is a commodity that always seems in short supply. I'm just pleased that you take some of it to spend on the stories here.

[rosywonder.livejournal.com]

I agree with comments above about time limits on writing. One day is impossible for me - I need extended thinking time! I am also one of the 'will try harder to review' brigade I'm afraid, which is silly as I love getting reviews!

[glennagirl.livejournal.com]

We tried the one week turn around previously, I think during the fall in order to accommodate busy schedules. I believe Marian is in the process of doing that again. As for the reviews or comments, I had to ask. Some writers have mentioned not posting anymore since no one seemed to be reading. No one would dream of attending a stage play or musical event and not applauding in some measure, so we could all add some bit of encouragement, myself included.

[rosywonder.livejournal.com]

I will try to be as encouraging as possible!

[avery11.livejournal.com]

Life is busy these days. I haven't read any new fiction--other than the Christmas and Easter Egg Challenges--in ages. Not a lot of time to write, either.

[glennagirl.livejournal.com]

I think the poll results are telling a similar story, that time is an issue for many. LJ becomes a bit of a luxury when time is being stretched. I'm glad you came by for this.