Lockdown shorts

[N J Sturgess]

Hi all,

Because of the situation across the world right now (not going to say much more about it, I'm sure you know) I'm thinking of either giving free access to my first novel, which still may not be ready, or writing a selection of free shorts for people.

This is to give something to those who're locked inside and want something new to do and it's the best I can think of as something I can offer that's unique and, hopefully, gives someone some pleasure.

What's everyone's views?

Nick

 

[Steve C]

Go for it

 

[RK Wallis]

Once it's out there, just know, you can never traditionally publish it (publishers won't touch something that's been in the public domain), so ultimately it depends on what you'd like to do.

My advice, don't rush, let beta readers read it first, because until people read it, you won't know the problems (and we all have them, we'd like to be unicorns but we aren't). People can't enjoy it unless it's working. After that, they may enjoy more...

Of course, that's just my opinion, you are always free to do as you choose.

 

[Barbara]

I'd go for shorts. Short relief. Attention spans might be challenged. I don't know about anyone else, but I'm finding it hard to concentrate on one thing for long.

Besides, if you feel your novel isn't ready, do you really want it out there? You can always make the novel available later.