The best part of Idol is getting to meet me. I understand that.
But one of the OTHER best parts of taking part in Idol is getting to interact with so many different writers, with so many different backgrounds and viewpoints.
The first “intersection” is the easiest. People tend to grab someone that they already know. The second is a little more difficult. Although, most people already have relationships formed with at least two of their fellow competitiors. At this point, I would think that people would have them formed with everyone, but let’s be honest, I know that’s not the case.
My personal code, when it comes to Idol especially, is letting people make their own decisions. So, I’m not going to dictate who you pick. Other than saying that it can’t be the same person you worked with last time. The other wrinkle is that it can’t be someone who wrote the same topic as you did last time. That at least changes things up a little, and I hope it will make for some interesting pairings.
You know who you’ve been reading, and think that would be a great Intersection partner, someone who you can play off and bring the best out of each other’s work. It’s just a matter of finding the right fit. You have an extra day. But I’d suggest that you don’t squander it! The pairings tend to go in waves, if you want someone, I’d go out and grab them as soon as you can! Which is difficult advice when dealing with a roomful of introverts. But it’s the best way to get what you want, putting yourself out there to get it.
What are you looking for in an Intersection partner?
But one of the OTHER best parts of taking part in Idol is getting to interact with so many different writers, with so many different backgrounds and viewpoints.
The first “intersection” is the easiest. People tend to grab someone that they already know. The second is a little more difficult. Although, most people already have relationships formed with at least two of their fellow competitiors. At this point, I would think that people would have them formed with everyone, but let’s be honest, I know that’s not the case.
My personal code, when it comes to Idol especially, is letting people make their own decisions. So, I’m not going to dictate who you pick. Other than saying that it can’t be the same person you worked with last time. The other wrinkle is that it can’t be someone who wrote the same topic as you did last time. That at least changes things up a little, and I hope it will make for some interesting pairings.
You know who you’ve been reading, and think that would be a great Intersection partner, someone who you can play off and bring the best out of each other’s work. It’s just a matter of finding the right fit. You have an extra day. But I’d suggest that you don’t squander it! The pairings tend to go in waves, if you want someone, I’d go out and grab them as soon as you can! Which is difficult advice when dealing with a roomful of introverts. But it’s the best way to get what you want, putting yourself out there to get it.
What are you looking for in an Intersection partner?
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ETA: Shacked up with myrna_bird! Thx!
Edited at 2012-04-06 02:14 am (UTC)
(Disclaimer: I should also mention that I work second shift every single night this writing period and will consequently be unavailable from 3-11 PM EST and maybe like five-fifteen minutes on either side of that.)
Edited at 2012-04-06 08:47 am (UTC)
Emploding@gmail.com if you're brave enough to pair with me - and i promise not to write from the POV of the bridge (although... hmmm).
I did bridge last time. I like doing fiction, but if you have an idea along a different path you'd like us to do I'd be game to give it a try :D
Edit: Teamed up with
Edited at 2012-04-06 12:58 pm (UTC)
Well, for one thing, I'm looking for someone who did "Straw" last time, as I did "Bridge" (feel free to message me or e-mail beldar_ark@yahoo.com)
Mainly I'm just wanting someone open to collaboration (aren't we all?). Fiction stories work best, as it's easier to get both strangers' minds in synch in a made-up situation. I've gotten a lot of good feedback from people who say they like my writing style, so I'm putting myself out there for any of them who want to join forces this weekend.
I did Straw last time, so it's my turn for Bridge. Am up for...whatever, have a few ideas but am equally willing to run with a partner's idea. :)
Edit: Partner found! Thanks,
Edited at 2012-04-06 02:40 am (UTC)
1. Won't mind that I want to write "straw" about Reggie Jackson and 70s baseball.
2. Is okay with me writing my entry in about 30 minutes and being DONE and busy, as I'm getting married in two weeks.
3. Likes old people. heh
Someone trained in the proper use of exotic poisons, high explosives, and cheese dip.
Someone who always carries three spare clown noses with them... just in case.
Someone who, when the going gets tough, orders a 20 piece McNuggets, just to feed them to their tropical fish.
But most important of all: I look for someone who puts up with the weird statements I make in a desperate attempt to cover up that I AM IN STATE OF UTTER PANIC.
Fortunately, I have already found such a person.
Really.
Consider me "off the market". Best of luck to the rest of you.
Edited at 2012-04-06 02:22 am (UTC)
Email at "prcarter AT austin DOT rr DOT com" or "philcarter AT gmail DOT com" if you're interested.
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cheers,
Phil
Edited at 2012-04-06 06:27 pm (UTC)
This woman has cheese dip AND KNOWS HOW TO USE IT!
you really can't ask for much more than that from an intersection partner.
I'm not really looking for anything in particular, honestly.
oh, yeah, and PM me if you're willing to, ah, take a chance on working with me?
Edited at 2012-04-06 02:25 am (UTC)
Yes, have a partner now!
with kickthehobbit
Edited at 2012-04-06 04:40 am (UTC)
So, hi! I did Bridge last time, and I will readily admit that I have no really good ideas for Straw. I do have some lousy ones, though, so hey, there's that!
My preference is strongly for fiction (and usually speculative fiction, at that) but I am happy to compromise and stretch in new directions if our collaborative effort calls for it.
There are gosh tons of ways of getting in touch with me, including lj message and email (lrig.rorrim at gmail).
What I'm looking for is someone who doesn't mind that I'm working a crap-ton of hours this weekend.
I'm up for either fiction or non-. Comment, PM, email (vaudy3 at gmail), messenger pigeon, what have you.
My email is medleymisty at gmail, or you can send me a PM on here.
Let's see...I prefer fiction in a collaborative setting. I can work pretty well within someone else's restraints, so if you've got some ideas already I'm willing to go along with them. Also I'm off tomorrow, so I have plenty of time to think and write and stuff. :)
I must be the only one who had this as their first thought. OTOH, since I am not competing this season, I had the extra brainpower to devote to it. :P
Message and will give email.
Get back whenever you can, off to opening of art show tonight....and might be full of free wine after.
I've learned that usually you only get rejected if you're too slow to ask. So do it already!
I'm officially announcing Team Alien Pixie FTW. Or maybe it's the Pixie Infinity? I'm still not sure, I just know that my partner and I are going to have lots of fun :)
LOL Ain't that the truth?!!
(I think we are supposed to declare our partners in here? I'm not sure. Just in case, I better. Either way, I am very lucky to work with ecosopher this week:)
Obviously, my preference is for creepy fiction but I'm adaptable. If anybody is interested, shoot me a line at javafiend90815@gmail.com