So I'm not finished whining from yesterday's post

[meridian_rose]

So I'm not finished whining from yesterday's personal post. I should have held off until I felt really sad/pissed off and ranted all in one place I guess. Cross-posted from Tumblr where the gifs are

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Me: *writes fanfic*
*some kudos, comments*
People: Ugh, fanfic is so derivative. If you're a serious writer you must write your own work.
Me: *writes original fic*
*crickets*
People: It's not about audience!!! Do it for fun!!!
Me: ...


Can't tell if I'm an okay fanfic writer and a shitty original fic writer or if I'm a mediocre writer all around and fanfic readers are just more generous with praise.

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Comments

[dmousey.livejournal.com]

1) If it makes you happy -then they can fuck off
2) If it's not constructive criticism- then they can fuck off
3) if they are not a positive force in your life- then they can...(you get the idea! ;)

[meridian_rose]

Thank you! *hugs*