Culture vs. Copyright

Thanks for writing something like this! I read chapter one and part of chapter two, and when you mentioned that we seek art as a personal experience, I remembered something that happened in high school. I was complaining to some people in the main office that our library didn't have the sequel to this book I had read, and they acted like I should just find another book.

However, I was seeking a continuation of the plot, and perhaps even the same characters, and that's why I wanted to read the sequel. And if I read other books, or watch a TV show or something, it's because I want an interaction with *those* characters and *those* plot ideas.

I would recommend proofreading more carefully, I saw some incorrect words. The first chapter could be rewritten a bit, just to throw in some words to make the ideas more clear. Perhaps use brackets to indicate editorial annotations?

Good job, though!

Thank you, Samuel! A comment like yours may make any author happy, I think. Thanks again and good luck with your writing!

Thanks for writing something like this! I read chapter one and part of chapter two, and when you mentioned that we seek art as a personal experience, I remembered something that happened in high school. I was complaining to some people in the main office that our library didn't have the sequel to this book I had read, and they acted like I should just find another book.

However, I was seeking a continuation of the plot, and perhaps even the same characters, and that's why I wanted to read the sequel. And if I read other books, or watch a TV show or something, it's because I want an interaction with *those* characters and *those* plot ideas.

I would recommend proofreading more carefully, I saw some incorrect words. The first chapter could be rewritten a bit, just to throw in some words to make the ideas more clear. Perhaps use brackets to indicate editorial annotations?

Good job, though!

Thank you, Patricia for very encouraging comment!

I have only had time to read two chapters tonight. The reading is slower than normal for me because I am working at absorbing the concepts. I enjoyed the introductory sessions with the first graders. I am intrigued by the ideas on Chapter 2. This is a work worth publishing, but I think it might have a very limited audience - although I can see it being used in high school classes - and especially in college classes as required outside reading - perhaps when I read further I will see that it could be a required text book - for a philosophy class - an art class? - and English class? A sociology class? An economics class? Or all of the above. Great food for thought here. Very stimulating. Backed. And thank you.

Patricia West Hays
The Witness Tree

I have only had time to read two chapters tonight. The reading is slower than normal for me because I am working at absorbing the concepts. I enjoyed the introductory sessions with the first graders. I am intrigued by the ideas on Chapter 2. This is a work worth publishing, but I think it might have a very limited audience - although I can see it being used in high school classes - and especially in college classes as required outside reading - perhaps when I read further I will see that it could be a required text book - for a philosophy class - an art class? - and English class? A sociology class? An economics class? Or all of the above. Great food for thought here. Very stimulating. Backed. And thank you.

Patricia West Hays
The Witness Tree

This is very interesting and requires a lot of mental effort. On a site where books about dating and rehashes of old ballads do well I think you're overestimating your readership's capacity. However I'm enjoying it. A few typos but fascinating in parts. I feel the first chapter could be shortened and if you want this to be popular, try to simplify the second.How, I'm not sure.Just thoughts.
I understand the works of R.L.Stevenson are ninth in the best seller lists in Scotland. His copyright must have expired a while ago.I bet they cost the same as books with living authors.

Thank you, stoatsnet. Your idea is definitely noteworthy.
Anatoly

This is very interesting and requires a lot of mental effort. On a site where books about dating and rehashes of old ballads do well I think you're overestimating your readership's capacity. However I'm enjoying it. A few typos but fascinating in parts. I feel the first chapter could be shortened and if you want this to be popular, try to simplify the second.How, I'm not sure.Just thoughts.
I understand the works of R.L.Stevenson are ninth in the best seller lists in Scotland. His copyright must have expired a while ago.I bet they cost the same as books with living authors.

Anatoly: I can go with the short pitch. With the long pitch, I break it down into smaller paragraphs so it reads faster and drop that last sentence. Perfecting your pitches is how you climb in ranking to gather more exposure and comments to better your novel. The writing is good so I am SHELVING you.

Though I have been a very active member for over a year, I can still use your comments on my book when you get the chance. Every little bit helps. Cheers!

JC
The Obergemau Key

This is an interesting book. A couple suggestions: if I hadn't read the pitch I would have no idea who was conducting the discussion with which you begin. Do you need to "set your scene" with a line or two that this is a classroom? Also, if these are first graders talking, they have extensive vocabularies. Should you make them older? Or cut back their dialogue? Either way, this is a very original concept and book. I"m adding this to my shelf. Burgio (Grain of Salt).

Thank you, it's a specific comment. There is something to think about.

This is an interesting book. A couple suggestions: if I hadn't read the pitch I would have no idea who was conducting the discussion with which you begin. Do you need to "set your scene" with a line or two that this is a classroom? Also, if these are first graders talking, they have extensive vocabularies. Should you make them older? Or cut back their dialogue? Either way, this is a very original concept and book. I"m adding this to my shelf. Burgio (Grain of Salt).

This is indeed a Fascinating read, maybe I need to read more to truly judge. You are on WatchList for now.
SU DAN [SEASONS]

This is very diverse, interresting and unique. I like originality and this is really original. It may do more for opening discussions about culture, economic relevancy and other human conditions than entertainment. Very well written.

Eric
Unbroken Promise

Good cover and pitch. Interesting first chapter, but I need to read more. Backed and good luck

Thanks. What "Culture vs. Copyright" is in your view? Fiction or non-fiction? Thanks.
Anatoly

I backed a fair few days ago, but only now had the time to do some reading: my response to a first read? Thought-provoking indeed. Hope to be back for more, but meanwhile wish you the best with this.

Elaina

Hi Elaina: I'll post the next chapter soon. Thanks and best wishes to you.

Very contemporary. This brings up some good ideas that really do need public discussion and a better understanding of what certain rights mean in terms of freedoms and protections for both the individual and society. Well done! Backed with pleasure!

Hi Dan: these are the words I would love to hear. Just in case you'd like to discuss anything regarding "freedoms and protections" my email is av@total-knowledge.com. Thank you.

Hullo Anatolu. Very interesting concept. Out of the morths of babes, as they say. already WL and now backed. Please consider my book. Thanks


Linda Lou Long
Southern dis-Comfort
http://www.authonomy.com/ViewBook.aspx?bookid=11421

Hullo Anatolu. Very interesting concept. Out of the morths of babes, as they say. already WL and now backed. Please consider my book. Thanks


Linda Lou Long
Southern dis-Comfort
http://www.authonomy.com/ViewBook.aspx?bookid=11421

Hullo Anatolu. Very interesting concept. Out of the morths of babes, as they say. already WL and now backed. Please consider my book. Thanks


Linda Lou Long
Southern dis-Comfort
http://www.authonomy.com/ViewBook.aspx?bookid=11421

I backed a fair few days ago, but only now had the time to do some reading: my response to a first read? Thought-provoking indeed. Hope to be back for more, but meanwhile wish you the best with this.

Elaina

Good cover and pitch. Interesting first chapter, but I need to read more. Backed and good luck

Good cover and pitch. Interesting first chapter, but I need to read more. Backed and good luck

Anatoly, from the mouths of babes. Interesting. Backed. CW(To Save the Sun)

A very interesting piece of work, but one which I'll have to think about for a while. Well-presented and easy to follow.
BACKED! best wishes, Barry
(Little Krisna and the Bihar Boys)

Very contemporary. This brings up some good ideas that really do need public discussion and a better understanding of what certain rights mean in terms of freedoms and protections for both the individual and society. Well done! Backed with pleasure!

Starting with somewhat of a loss for words, a first impression is that this work contains a unique philosophy of the human condition (I can't express myself as well as the author does). First, the title is representative, succinct, and easily remembered for the benefit of the buying public. The pitch is concise, and would get a top grade even by the student advisors' comments on teacher's remarks. It's wonderful how first graders helped me understand the publishing industry. The teacher's remarks in following chapters are "food for thought." Thanks for sharing--please continue writing and uploading. Great material. Backed on my Bookshelf. Chuck (Paperboy Adventures)

Thanks to some very perceptive criticisms on this site (thank you Authonomites!) I am, at present, in the process of a major rewrite and don't have time for individualized comments.
If you are reading this it means I have read the first couple of chapters of your book and think it is worthy of my support. My training is in the visual arts so I can't really help with the 'nuts & bolts' but if you would like to know what I really liked about your work, just send me a message and as soon as I can I will get back to you.
A look at Sicilian Shadows would be greatly appreciated.
Frank.
If you back my work, you may also want to approach BJD (a big supporter of my work) for a further read of your book.

I read the whole concept and found it to be interesting, I always perceived culture to be diverse with plasticity, yet never thought about rights and copyright that deeply. An account that has left me to reflect on the writing. I always thought of children aping to be a positive aspect, as they were learning and it was an aspect of development. I suppose it could be debated in the context of what they were aping.

Backed,

Lisa

A Fine Line

Absolutely fascinating. I'd back this on the strength of the pitch alone! A subject I've often wondered about. 'as widely known as it was talented' - somehow, this doesn't sound right. Maybe because ' talented' usually refers to people, not their projects? Anyway, all the best with this, backed!