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for Once in a Blue Moon

by seekersplayrough

person jess
schedule March 27, 2005 at 12:00 AM
i like it whenever i check theres like 2 or 3 new chaps and it\'s a really good story so that makes me happy will you explane how draco knew what to do (i like him) and why he\'s so into snape and harry getting together when he hates harry and loves snape?
person Lady Allylandra
schedule March 26, 2005 at 12:00 AM
hey just a note to say i do like your story the plot is excellent and i really can\'t wait to find out what happens next... unfortunitly there is a but here. BUT i think that the repition of the list during every chapter is a bit much especially when nothing has changed in it and i think for the viewing public the chapters should be just so slightly longer so we can really get into the meaty stuff. other than that your story is excellent and i hope to read more soon.
person pinktarg
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
Seekersplayrough,

Please don\'t take unconstructive criticism to heart. I\'m an Associate Professor of British Literature and an unrelenting taskmaster when it comes to spelling and grammar and am enjoying your story very, very much. If one of my students turned in a paper with misspelled words and/or grammatical errors, I would reduce their grade accordingly. However, this is not a class. I would assume the writing of fan fiction is done for fun. An added bonus is that some very good writers get the opportunity to broaden their experience and recieve what should be constructive critisism in order to improve their craft. In return, the fan fiction audience is provided with hours of entertainment free of charge.

Those who unfairly criticize the writers of fan fiction should realize that professional, published writers are seldom good grammarians. In fact, most rely heavily on book editors to correct spelling and grammatical mistakes as well as provide unbiased feed back as to plot, characterization, etc. In the world of fan fiction, this role is filled by the volunteer beta reader. I would like to challenge reviewers who feel the need to post unfavorable, unconstructive criticism, to volunteer as a beta readers. If the spelling and grammatical errors present in a story are unacceptable to you and you still feel the desire to read said story, perhaps you can offer your services as the story\'s beta reader and help the writer to correct the mistakes. Please keep in mind that good criticism is helpful, not hateful and hurtful.

Please keep up the good work. I am looking forward to your next update and the continuation of your imaginative story.

person pinktarg
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
Two spelling corrections from my earlier review for those who may have noticed and might wish to point out spelling errors.


1. recieve - corrected to receive
2. critisism - corrected to criticism
person Anon
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
I love the last one on the like list! it cracks me up to think of Sev saying that lol
person Angel
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
A milk... a milk mu.... *breaks down laughing* You\'re wonderful *gives away cookies (chocolat) to everyone*

*hugs and dances*
person Alex
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
This is appalling! Atrocious spelling/punctuation/grammar, abysmal plot and awful characterisation
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
Aww that chapter was ADORABLE {{ The cookie part }} I loved the last number snape added to reasons he likes potter
person felmyst
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
Keep it up!! Looking forward to more chapters!!
person Kat
schedule March 25, 2005 at 12:00 AM
Aww, I\'ve got a big mushy warm feeling now, love the last new line on Sev\'s list, I can imagine them happily sharing cookies for years to come. Loved it. Does happy cookie dance. Hoping for more soon.

Hugs

Kat