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NC-17 Stories Have Plots!
Jamanda:
--- Quote from: Chaos on October 07, 2007, 05:21:15 PM ---Okay, not trying to argue with you because I agree that people shouldn't assume things about a story just because of it's rating. But I think you also need to keep in mind that this is a site that is intended for people of all ages, so we in general do not feature NC-17 stories because that means that those who are under age are not allowed to read and discuss the stories--and yes I *have* had parents contact me about this. I have had to argue with numerous people about whether or not I should even have NC17 stories on the site at all. I fight for the right of ya'll to keep posting. In fact it's part of the reason I started this site in the first place--fanfiction.net decided at one point that they would not allow any NC-17 stories at all, so I opened this site for a place where those who wrote them would still have a place to write, and those who read them can still have a place to read.
There is a reason why we don't generally feature NC-17 fics. It's not because they're not good enough to be featured, it's because the featured stories are being discussed and we have lots of people in the discussions that are underage.
So please keep that in mind when you're getting upset about NC-17 not being featured. If you want to post an alternate R-Rated version to be featured at the same time so that younger readers can join in without me potentially getting my rear chewed out by a parent, by all means I welcome you to do so.
(And just so you know, they will be considered for any awards, etc. Just not for the Story of the Month/Featured Discussions...)
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Okay, I'm not trying to argue here or anything, but then why is there a featured section? I mean, everyone's not given a fair chance, true, you stated that. Why not overrule this and just get rid of it or come up with a new idea to help those out who do have brilliant writing in the genre of NC-17?
And I understand your issues of parents, but there are things, like Teri stated, that can block a site or content that you wish your child not to view.
mare:
I'm not going to jump into the argument that's going on here because you're entitled to think how you want But I do have to comment about the featured stories thing. If you look at the stories that have been featured since this forum started (mainly going back to February) I have taken great pride in picking from a VARIETY of genres and giving all authors a fair shot. In fact ironically enough, one of you are next up lol so I think it's unfair to complain about that. It takes a lot of work for me to keep that feature going but I do because everyone who has had a chance so far have all said it's helped them keep writing.
We only feature one story a month and we only started in February so be patient.
Jamanda:
--- Quote from: mare on October 07, 2007, 05:26:49 PM ---I'm not going to jump into the argument that's going on here because you're entitled to think how you want But I do have to comment about the featured stories thing. If you look at the stories that have been featured since this forum started (mainly going back to February) I have taken great pride in picking from a VARIETY of genres and giving all authors a fair shot. In fact ironically enough, one of you are next up lol so I think it's unfair to complain about that. It takes a lot of work for me to keep that feature going but I do because everyone who has had a chance so far have all said it's helped them keep writing.
We only feature one story a month and we only started in February so be patient.
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Is it a NC-17 story that will be featured? :]
Teri:
And furthermore telling US to change our rating to R from NC-17 is telling us to conform. And that's not right. I thought this site was a community where EVERYONE got a chance I'm glad you proved me wrong about that one. Now I know how ignorant this whole thing really is. Thank you for enlightening me.
nicksgal:
--- Quote from: Jamanda on October 07, 2007, 05:19:07 PM ---Nicksgal, must you be so negative? Sorry to be rude, but you're not even trying to comprehend what these young ladies, Trina and Teri are trying to say.
They're not asking for you to read their work with happiness. They just want a fair chance. I'm not sure if you recognize this or not, but Absolute Chaos is very similar to a community. We are a community. In a community, things needs to be equal and fair or everything will be chaotic.
For example, there shouldn't be a featured story section due to that everyone is not given a fair chance. How hard is it to be fair or cut out the section? It's not that big of a life changing event! If the United States can allow women a right to vote then we certainly can come together in choosing the best form of literatures.
In my own opinion, I do not think that the featured stories are even chosen fairly due to that [I'm assuming, yes, it's bad to assume, I apolgize] only one or a few people are in on which story should be featured. Shouldn't the whole website be apart of it? I really don't think the admins here or whoever picks the features stories read every single story on here. Where's the poll at? I don't see us reviewers getting a chose in who has the best work around here.
It's just...assumin g and putting labels on something shows that you have a negative attitude. Their just asking for you to see the other side and give all genres a fair chance. They're not saying that you have to like the genre or the story, but it's based on the literature work and the quality, not if totally one-hundred percent addicted to it.
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I disappreciate you calling me negative, considering I am speaking from experience.
Have you given my writing a chance? If not, please do not defend them and put me down because I'm being "negative."
I want a fair chance.
Everyone wants a fair chance.
But facts are facts.
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