Post by KnightxShield on Sept 6, 2016 10:36:57 GMT -6
For every fan fiction, there should be two threads - one for the fanfiction itself, and one for feedback (links between the two threads are highly recommended).
When submitting a fanfiction to its own thread (the thread that is solely for the fan fiction itself), it should follow the guideline below.
Work Name:
Genre:
Fandom:
Rating: (Everyone, PG, PG-13, Teen/Young Adult, and Mature; Explicit content must be kept limited, and must be submitted to a moderator/admin for review before posting)
Content Warnings: (Such as if there's foul language, ideologically sensitive content, graphic violence, etc. Explicit sexual content is restricted and must be reviewed by a moderator/admin before posting.)
Tags:
Overview: (Simply put, a brief description of the plot and characters)
The aforementioned guideline will the be first post (similar to a cover page for an essay), with each chapter (if the work is done in chapters) being given its own post to the thread.
Giving feedback and review for a fan fiction should be constructive; point out the things that work best first, then move on to what you think may need some work. I'll use myself as an example; my fan fictions generally have an intriguing plotline, interesting characters, and just enough detail to make out what's going on. Where I need work is my character development (to a certain degree), connecting the plot points, and exposition (or revealing too much information at once).
When replying to feedback, fan fiction authors should always be polite and understanding, keeping an open mind about what the review says and asking questions on how a reader may want to see something changed.
If there is to be a debate, contact a moderator or an admin so that a debate thread can be made for the work in question. In the debate thread, do not simply say that a work is bad or that a work sucks; point out what bothers you, and discuss with your peers what can be changed, what works best, and how best to proceed.
These are just a few simple rules for submitting fan fictions, reviewing written works, and critiquing the finer details. Always remember to show respect to every person involved in the review process, and don't get into flame wars.
When submitting a fanfiction to its own thread (the thread that is solely for the fan fiction itself), it should follow the guideline below.
Work Name:
Genre:
Fandom:
Rating: (Everyone, PG, PG-13, Teen/Young Adult, and Mature; Explicit content must be kept limited, and must be submitted to a moderator/admin for review before posting)
Content Warnings: (Such as if there's foul language, ideologically sensitive content, graphic violence, etc. Explicit sexual content is restricted and must be reviewed by a moderator/admin before posting.)
Tags:
Overview: (Simply put, a brief description of the plot and characters)
The aforementioned guideline will the be first post (similar to a cover page for an essay), with each chapter (if the work is done in chapters) being given its own post to the thread.
Giving feedback and review for a fan fiction should be constructive; point out the things that work best first, then move on to what you think may need some work. I'll use myself as an example; my fan fictions generally have an intriguing plotline, interesting characters, and just enough detail to make out what's going on. Where I need work is my character development (to a certain degree), connecting the plot points, and exposition (or revealing too much information at once).
When replying to feedback, fan fiction authors should always be polite and understanding, keeping an open mind about what the review says and asking questions on how a reader may want to see something changed.
If there is to be a debate, contact a moderator or an admin so that a debate thread can be made for the work in question. In the debate thread, do not simply say that a work is bad or that a work sucks; point out what bothers you, and discuss with your peers what can be changed, what works best, and how best to proceed.
These are just a few simple rules for submitting fan fictions, reviewing written works, and critiquing the finer details. Always remember to show respect to every person involved in the review process, and don't get into flame wars.