Constructive criticism on fiction

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The discussion centers on a writer seeking constructive criticism for their fiction posted on Physicsforums. The feedback highlights a resemblance to authors like Kafka and Theodore Sturgeon, but emphasizes significant issues with grammar and language mechanics. The critique suggests that while the ideas are original, substantial improvements in writing quality are necessary for the author to gain credibility in the publishing industry.

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Since I've been gone, I've written a sizable amount of fiction. today, i figured i could bring it to Physicsforums and see what people have to say about it. its at http://mildcompetence.myrmid.com/stories.html
btw ignore the ones under the "Dead Men" header, as those arn't all that good.
 
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Since I've been gone, I've written a sizable amount of fiction. today, i figured i could bring it to Physicsforums and see what people have to say about it. its at http://mildcompetence.myrmid.com/stories.html
btw ignore the ones under the "Dead Men" header, as those arn't all that good.

Your prose seems somewhat reminiscent of Kafka... or maybe Theodore Sturgeon... mixed with certain element of comic book action. However, I strongly criticize your atrocious grammar. Seriously, your ideas seem original, but you will need to make vast improvements in the area of language mechanics if you ever want to be taken seriously by the publishing industry.

eNtRopY
 
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This is news to me. Could you possibly be a bit more specific/give examples?
 

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