Enrollment Information

Our elite society of ninjas would like to extend an invitation to those writers who would like an opportunity to train in the art of subtlety and resourcefulness. If you are interested, please contact Maryposa at mary_gola@live.com. Please include your name, and contact information. Anyone who would like to play is welcome.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Questions to Consider

Here are a few questions that may be used in the workshopping process. In addition to making comments about the ninja's piece, you are also welcome to ask questions. I'd like it to resemble a conversation as much as is possible through posts. So, Hooray Ninjas!!

  • What is the first thing that struck me about this piece?
  • What is the overall feel or tone i got from the piece?
  • What was the most impressive part or strength of the piece?
  • What was my immediate reaction to the piece?
  • What did i feel this piece needed more of?
  • What is my feeling about the characters?
  • How did the form of the piece work with the content?
  • How do I feel this piece worked within the constraints of the Ninja Quest?
  • What did the imagery of the piece communicate to me?
  • How did the voice (narrative style) work with the piece?
  • Are there some phrases or passages that felt forced, or awkward?
  • Are there any phrases or passages that are particularly beautiful?
There are infinite possibilities with these questions, these few are just to give you a place to start. And again, please add to the list if you have any other ideas. Here are a few questions that you may want to ask the author.
  • What was your first reaction to the Quest?
  • How did the quest affect your piece?
  • What was your biggest challenge in writing this piece?

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