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The Unofficial Guide to Fan Fiction
Contents:
Introduction
The Title
The Summary
The Actual Story
Leaving a Review
Responding to a Review
Introduction
The UGP has existed for only a short time, but in that time we have come across a wild array of fan fiction and a vast selection of writing techniques. We have attempted to address particular stories through helpful critiques with clear examples and suggestions, but have come up against the proverbial brick wall, otherwise known as being completely ignored.
It is quite frustrating, even tormenting, to be continually visually and literarily assaulted by poor (and in quite a few cases, horrendous) grammar, spelling, sentence structure, plots and characterization.
Of course, this site is a place in which writing can be experimented with, practiced and honed. However, there comes a time when a line must be drawn, with English on one side and internet chat, script format and atrocious, tormenting syntax on the other.
"Some people should just stay away from overly complex functions, like writing fanfictions. Maybe writing full stop." -Captain Locoa Pistoleroa, UGP Official.
It is the responsibility of authors writing in English to respect and preserve some semblance of the language in their stories, and when reviews are issued about errors within said stories, to correct them as soon as possible. Moreover, it is the responsibility of the reader to issue helpful critiques that allow the author to extend their skills and cater to their audience.
Sadly, it seems that some authors and readers are unaware of their responsibilities. Thus, the UGP has arisen to take on the Syntax Monster, render it immobile and reveal its secrets to the world.
We hope you find the following guide to be helpful.
As always, we remain,
The UPG (Unofficial Grammar Police)