sunnylewis

I personally tend to write somewhere between 1,100 words to 3,000 words per chapter. But for reading, I like a variety but if it's going to end up being a small book per chapter (say between 9,000 words and over) I tend not to read it unless it's a really good story and one that I want to read. And It has to move on, be good.
Or be a one shot. One of the two.

Depending on what I'm writing...I'll just break it down.
Essays: I actually write these for fun. Why? Because I like to research and learn about anything that catches my attention so I tend to write essays about them. First I research the new subject, write out my notes and then write the essay. I then let it sit for a month or so and go back to edit the hell out of it so I know nothing is plagiarized or something like that.
Fanfiction: These usually pop up in one conversation or another I have with my readers or with close friends who know the fandom. When I get a new bunny, I let it sit. I write down the idea and just let it peculate. Talk about it some. The work out an outline that will end up rewritten about 20 times during my writing process. When I start writing, I have my outline and I'm still talking with friends about it.
Originals: I rarely show anyone these while I'm writing on them. They take me more time but also come to me a bit easier since I tend to know what the heck I want to do with them. I do some research, I create my characters and outline (which usually ends up rewritten about 30 to 50 times during the writing process), create ideas, and write. Takes me time (about 6 months to a year depending on if I'm working on it every couple of days or not).

Please no spankings for using necromancy on this thread.
I've been writing slash for a long time now and I am female. Honestly, I don't think it's gender that's the problem but inexperience. Especially where it concerns slash writers who read yaoi/shounen-ai manga as gospel. Many of those comics are poor examples of the male perspective as well as sexuality. I think a lot of slash writers need to put down the manga, close their fanfic book marks, and do some research. There is endless amounts of info on the Internet if you look for it.
...and just an addendum for the sake of being ever so slightly snotty and pretentious: Maybe it's not a matter of women not being able to write from a male perspective. Perhaps it's just a matter of not being able to write from any perspective but their own narrow one. When I write, the gender is always secondary to the character's personality.

Hmm... generalisation is always an issue. Women can't write sex from a male perspective. Men can't write it from a female, etc. It's like been said before: it's about research and how well someone can write. Bad writers from both genders write shitty sex scenes and the badness is usually not limited to the opposite sex.
I'm a woman, and I can't stand Anne Rice's flowery style. I like her plots and characters, but the overly descriptive writing is so tedious and makes it impossible for me to get through and enjoy it. So, I can see why a guy would make that statement about Anne Rice's male perspective.
However, it's a generalisation not only about women but also about men. Because this person can't imagine himself thinking in flowery descriptions, he is assuming no other guy on the planet can. I'll admit to finding that hard myself, too. I'm just as much a product of a gender-biased society as he is. But I've been around long enough to know that women and men come around in various flavours and we don't all experience things the same or in the way society thinks it's appropriate for us to feel. Just because I get a high from being touched somewhere, doesn't mean all women do. If only sex was that simple. XD
I find that I struggle with sex scenes when I write no matter whose perspective I choose. I don't want it to become like a manual to the reader. I want it to be engaging and exciting, but there are only have so many words and so many ways to write something that I sometimes want to pull my hair out whilst considering what other word to use this time besides, for instance, throbbing because I already used the word twice in previous paragraphs. I don't want to become repetitive in my sex scenes, but I find I do slip into a certain routine, too. And upon noticing this, I try to take a different approach with new stories.
However, I can't pull off the flowery kind because that makes me laugh and completely spoils the mood. I read a story by an author on this site once that had vague descriptions for parts of the human body and was still a really good sex scene, but for me that author was the exception to the rule.
And I usually start to snicker when I see things like "He stroked her holier than thou, untouched, sacred place". Okay, fine, not snicker but ROFL. However, I am sure there are others out there who enjoy reading that, which is exactly why generalising about these things is an issue no matter which way (from a male or female, writer or reader's perspective) you look at it.
Or at least, that's how I see it.

I heard quite a zinger on this topic (broadly speaking): "The current dictum, to 'write what you know,' has produced an entire generation of novels about college professors having midlife crises and affairs."
I think writing only from a perspective one is familiar with, or drawing only from one's own experiences, breeds stagnation, not creativity. Imagination (and research - gasp!) are key to finding those perspectives exterior to oneself.

Review from Moon Shadow:
I was wondering when you were possibly going to write Therapy 7:C. I am just a big fan of your chapter and just am really excited for more.
Thanks!
My Response: Moon Shadow, thank you for your reviews, and eventually I will write more. Some day when I get a bunny for that line. Ane does have the story that bunnied it for me if you wish to find it. It's a therapy, so just look for Therapy when doing the search. I don't remember which one it was though. She did have 2 follow ups also.

This is the review forum for The Truth Behind His Life. It is a cross over between Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Batman but is slash.
Review by Jaylynn: Oh please update this! I'm right when I am thinking of Jack and Selina as the future Joker and Catwoman right? Lol I hope so. This is looking to be really interesting so I hope you continue. Is Xander going to have a love interest and if so, who or at least gender? *I like both depending on partners* Sorry for so many questions but I really think this is a great start and enjoy your writing style. *I hate it when I read a story start and love the idea but the writing style makes it hard to get into it.*
My Response: I'm planning on as soon as I can find a bit of muse swimming around my brain that's going on. *nodnod* I hope that you keep writing and enjoying. As for the pairing, I'm not sure. Right now I'm playing around with Dick/Xander.
Review by Roxas: Please write more to this story thanks.
My response: Yes, I will be, promise.
Review by tomboy17: hi . this is great , I love it not to mention you got sum of my favorite characters but mostly xander and joker , I don’t think you’ve mentioned you will be the pair , hope you update soon .
Review by tomboy17:
it rocks and you rock on baby ,and keep rocking on .
My response: Aww! I'm glad you like it so much. *bounces* And there will be pairings when I figure that one out, promise. *nods* *giggles and bounces* Thank you dearest.
Review by jgood27: good story, please update soon
My response: I will hopefully do so as soon as I have time and energy to do it with this story. I have so many others that I need to work on still.
Review by sacred legacies: *snickers* now thats ammusing. lol. *considers* Is Batman gonna wierd out when Xander and the Joker finally meet and Xander calls him papi?
My response: Oooh yes, the Batman is going to get the shock of a life time when I have those two meet for sure. *cackles and bounces*
Review by LAS: I really like the story and I can't wait until you update it.
My response: I'm glad you're enjoying this and I hope to write more once I get there.

This is the review forum for Finding a Bit of Trust which is a SLASH pairing between Ibiki and Naruto.
Review by fani: want more uke naru-chan with a splatter of mpreg.....lov this fic
My reply: There is going to be uke Naru-chan. *nodnod* In later chapters. Maybe some MPreg.
Review by Sneakyfox: Oh my.
I'm gonna have to thank truelywicked for giving you this little bit of inspiration. I loved this chapter.
Keep up the good work!
Review by Sneakyfox: lol
Sakura is doomed!
Review by Sneakyfox: Haha.. in your face, Sakura!
Keep up the good work.
My reply: She happily takes the blame and PREENS about it. *giggles* *hugs her* I'm glad you are loving the story so far.
Review by ShadowofLight: Yes finally! Someone has broken the mold! Sorry and i totally agree, Ibiki is, well he's alot like a giant teddy bear and I am so glad someone did this pairing. I would love to see how it goes (and I enjoy a good Sakura/Sasuke bashing time to time, I despise them even now). Great job, I'll be waiting happily for the next updates!
Review by ShadowofLight: Fun time fun time fun fun fun time!!! Oh to be a fly on that wall with a camceroder. Well I have a camcorder but oh to be there. Hell I was thinking of a perfect torture for her! And it is never a good idea to hurt someone with such powerful and caring friends. So yay for ibiki-san!! I can't wait to read more and Merry Chirstmas and Happy New year!!!
Review by ShadowofLight: Normally, I despite that prick, but when I read how well he manipulated that--thing! (and I use teh term very loosely) I was smiling. then I read the last several lines and I broke out in a large grin. So basically, the skank dug her own grave and now she's gonna lie in it. Perfect! not enough narutoxIbiki fics out there, I like Ibiki, he's a teddy bear! So glad you updated and I can't wait to read more. please tell me you have something very otrturous for hte bitch planned? And let Naruto find love soon!
My reply: Oh my, such a lovely set of comments! I'm glad that you're enjoying the fact that I broke the mold of pairings. Especially since there are like...1 other chapter story. And that's Ibiki/Naruto friendship going on. *shrugs* As for the camcorder, we all wish that we could do that. *cackles* The perfect torture for her is to know that Sasuke considers her a piece of lint not worth his time and forever is he out of her reach. *cackles contently. *cackles* Normally, I don't like Sasuke much either, but I've been feeling generous about the man. *nods* As for Sakura, I have my plans for her, I promise you! I have many plans for the stupid pain in the ass. *cackles*
Review by usmorgan: This story has a brilliant start and I can't wait to read more. And it figures that Sakura would do that to him...she is truely my least favorite character...so bash away, if you please. I can't wait to read more I think this story will end up being one of my favorites. Thank you.
Review by usmorgan: Like it and I can't wait for more. I really like how you made Sasuke in this story...very cool.
My reply: I'm glad that you're enjoying the story. And it went from simple bashing, as it started out, to outright twisting her character and mind. I hope you're continuing to read and enjoy this story. *hugs*
Review by Riddle Of All Time: it's really good i can't wait for the next chapter, I like IbikiNaru to, there isn't much of it out there for my liking, but then again I love Naru beig paired up with almost every guy on the show, he's just soooooo cute with all of them. Please keep it up.
R.O.A.T
My reply: I love the pairing personally. There is just not enough Ibiki/Naruto going on. *shakes head with a sigh* It's really so sad that there's not enough. *shrugs* Anyways, I like me some Naru/someone to. *nodnod*
Review by bonnenuit: I have a secret love of this pairing as well =) Alright, it's not very secret.
My reply: *squeaks happily* *giggles* I'm glad you love this pairing and just know...I love your stuff.
Review by Nefertari: Great Beginning, would love to read more ^^
My reply: Oh why thank you! I'm hoping that you are continuing to read this story to lovely one.
Review by qqsha: Ah~ he sounds so pretty. But *&*^*(&^*%^(* Sakura for hurting him like that! I thought the beginning here was really good, and I can't wait tell there is more chapters!
My reply: *cackles* He is pretty in my mind in a fox like way. *nods* And yes, she's being well used as a plot device. *beams*
Review by uchiha mikomi: OH GOD!!! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, FINISH THIS FIC!!!!!
go ahead and blame trulywicked, i for one LOVE that woman!! so what if the plot bunny bit ya. at least this is gonna go great!!!
miko
My reply: I am writing this as I go, I promise. *giggles and waves a hand* It's just taking a bit of time.
Review by mykonosparadise: I already really like this story- very interesting pairing. I wouldn't be in Sakura's place in the next chap. And Naruto... hmm... I could practically imagine him with those ears and tail...cute! Update soon,ne!
My reply: I'm glad you like the story so far. *giggles* And yes, so could I. Though some people keep asking me why they're not removed surgically, which is starting to annoy me. Especially when I have given every indication that he has lost his human ears. *growls at stupid people*
Review by punkrocker69: OMG u must continue haha I wanna see what happens to the pink haired banche muhahahaa
My reply: I have many plans for her. *evil smirk* and it's Banchee. missed an e there luv. I do the same often.
Review by mykonosparadise: Hahaha, that's it Sakura, there you go... (sorry, can't stand her sorry ass) Sasuke is a tad OOC, but that's fair enough. Can't wait to see Ibiki's reaction when he sees the blonde... Since I don't know if my email will be shown, I'll write it: mykonosparadise@gmail.com
My reply: *cackles* I love the fact that Sakura has dug her own grave. It makes me happy. *nodnod* And Sasuke has changed quiet a bit, but that to will be explained in later chapters.
Review by Lady Laran: Nicely played Sasuke! I don't quite understand about the cat thing, maybe you can explain it a bit more in the next chappy?
My reply: *cackles* Ah, the cat thing is code for ANBU missions, or a certain type. I will be going over that at a later chapter. *nods*
Review by Lady Laran: I can't wait to see what happens to Sakura! Sasuke's upcoming marriage definitely was a great step! lolol
Review by Lady Laran: Oh I hope Ibiki breaks her good for this! That stupid pink haired twit! GRRRRR!!!!!
My reply: *cackles* I rather like the idea of Sasuke getting married. I actually have a plan on how to really piss of Sakura. *nods*
Review by animelover: oh yeah, you are a GENIUS!!! that was the perfect way to crack Sakura. Now, let's see ibiki rip her a new one, and some ibinaru action ... oh, when you get a chance, of courrse.
My reply: *cackles* I have plans for everything, I promise. *nods with a smile* *cackles and bounces with a purr*
Review by mi5tan: Great chapter, wonder if Sakura will snap & break out of prison to get her revenage on Naruto.
My reply: I have plans for that, promise. *smirks*
Review by Mirae: heyyy wait where is the next chapter i was so reading that and it was just getting really good to keep it up
My reply: >:3 Got to love it when the story is just hanging there. Such anticipation. Hope you're still enjoying the story.
Review by Kairai: Yay! I'm liking this story so far! It's so hard to find any Ibiki/Naruto, I like this pairing a lot! I hope to see more soon! Great job!
My reply: *giggles* I know, it's such a pain in the ass when you're trying to find a good story with them. *sighs and pouts*
Review by Sesshomarus-Lover: Awe! Though Sakura is just plain evil, it's sweet to see how much everybody else cares for Naruto. Please update soon, I can't wait for the next chapter!
My reply: I update as often as I can, which isn't as often as I hope for, but I'm glad you enjoy the story as I'm going.
Review by blu kat: This is the first time I have seen this pairing and I thought I give it a try. Like what I've read so far, especially the reaction of everyone with them being on Naruto's side. Thanks for the read.
My reply: *giggles* I'm glad that I could get you to read a new pairing and enjoy it. *nods* *bounces off*
Review by JtheChosen1: Very good work here! I can't wait for the hot and heavy stuff! I love this pairing soooo much!
My reply: OOh, the hot and heavy stuff will be coming soon, hopefully. *giggles* I have to do a few more things before it gets there.
Review by Drace: I re-found this again as I was sorting through my favorites and I still think its cool. Granted Sakura in the last bit is rather hurl inducing and makes me embarassed to be female. She's a 'close friend' to Sasuke? And a benefit to her village? Oh Baka-ura, planet reality is calling, you have a collect call from King Kong with Excalibur. Brood mare? Her? *shudders* Any child that is half her would have severe mental problems by their first birthday! Update soon please, I wanna see the pink haired Narcissus go boom. Preferably literally.
My reply: *cackles* I loved this review the first time I read it and I still love it. *nodnod* *smiles brightly* I'm glad you enjoy this story enough to reread it and find it cool. As for Sakura...she is delusional. There is no other way to say it.
Review by smint45: This is a really nice story!!! I totally like it!!!!! At the moment there is not much Naruto Ibiki action but I think the story is progressing well!!!! Sakura is really methally ill!!!! I hope they will lock her up somewhre so she can't do more damage!!! Please update soon!!! I wish you a merry x-mas and a happy new year!!! See you!!!
Review by smint45: That was wow!!! Sakura is really crazy!!! And the one visiting her was it Orochimaru?? Or somebody elese?? Well I can't wait for more of this wonderful story!!!! See you soon!!!
My reply: The Ibiki/Naru will come in later on as their relationship progresses along with the main plot of what is going on with Sakura and her surprise visitor. Soon, you will find out who that was. *cackles* Hell, I barely have an idea who it was. >>
Review by Dorkchic: So far I am really liking your story and I hope you update soon! In a sort of related note... I keep seeing this in stories recently and it is starting to really get on my nerves. When you want someone to not speak then you want them to be 'quiet'. 'Quite' means to the utmost or most absolute extent or degree; absolutely; completely. As in, "I am quite tired at four in the morning." Sorry about the rant. It just sort of spewed out.
My reply: Aww, I'm glad you like this story. And yes...I keep missing that for some odd reason. My eyes just skip over it. And it's fine. I'm glad that you were nice enough to point that out to me and any others who read reviews have a new knowledge on what the two words mean. I will be fixing that...soon...hopefully. As long as I don't forget...again