hello everybody! I really like writing (although i hate english class because its boring). I am really good at writing and do write alot. I have a question, though. Which catgory woul i post a thread with a link to downloading a HUGE choose your own adventure im making (its about exploring space). Well, my breaks over. Gotta go back to freaking World History Homework (dang, no drippy font)
Welcome. First off you have to do so many criquies of writing before you are allowed to post anything of your own. But I think a mod will prolly answer your question.
A mod will probably be along shortly with an explanation of how the forum works, which includes why it might be best that ou don't post that here. In general we don't like links. If it cannot be posted in a thread on the site, it is probably not appropriate.
Both English classes and World History can be helpful to your writing (that last especially if you write historical fiction, fantasy, or sci-fi), so hang in there! And welcome to the forums!
College writing classes are not geared to teach you how to write commercial fiction, but since it is part of your degree requirements, you'll just have to stick it out.
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