A Picture's Worth a Thousand Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 18 "Raven's Fare"A compilation of pictapoems from my portfolio
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Comment from vapros
This is a fine example of what you do in your spare time. You never mentioned it, but I assume Raven's Fare is a ghost town, without human inhabitants. Great story about a truly strange place. Excellent work!
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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This is a fine example of what you do in your spare time. You never mentioned it, but I assume Raven's Fare is a ghost town, without human inhabitants. Great story about a truly strange place. Excellent work!
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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You would be spot-on in that assessment, vapros, my friend. It's completely and utterly deserted, a desolate, spooky place.
Thanks so much for such a fantastic review, much appreciated...
Comment from pickthorn
The poem, along with the sound effects and illustrations really gives you a creepy feeling, like you are watching a horror movie. It was interesting, reading your author's notes too. All together it achieves your purpose of scaring the sap out of ya. LOL I liked the part about the full moon bringing out the ghosts who are wanting to go haunting. Great job, Dean. All the work you put in on this paid off. I wish I had a six to give you.
pickthorn
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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The poem, along with the sound effects and illustrations really gives you a creepy feeling, like you are watching a horror movie. It was interesting, reading your author's notes too. All together it achieves your purpose of scaring the sap out of ya. LOL I liked the part about the full moon bringing out the ghosts who are wanting to go haunting. Great job, Dean. All the work you put in on this paid off. I wish I had a six to give you.
pickthorn
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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Hey, thanks so much, pick, my friend. The simple fact that you enjoyed reading Raven's Fare, and it entertained you, is reward enough for me!
I really appreciate the feedback and excellent review...
Comment from Ridley Williams
Hello Dean, I would say your poem gives fair warning, and boy, do I relate to mining towns. Google Downieville, Cal. My small town of 300 people, boasted a population of over 5,000, back in the mid 1800's. Missed being the capital of California by a few votes. Our most famous ghost resides in the Downieville River Inn. Her name is Juanita, she was raped in her cabin by a miner back in the day, and tracked the sucker down the next day and stabbed him, killing him, dead, dead, dead. She was hanged unjustly in the town gallows, (which still stand). I thought you, of all people, might find that interesting. Creepy write, my friend, Bill
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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Hello Dean, I would say your poem gives fair warning, and boy, do I relate to mining towns. Google Downieville, Cal. My small town of 300 people, boasted a population of over 5,000, back in the mid 1800's. Missed being the capital of California by a few votes. Our most famous ghost resides in the Downieville River Inn. Her name is Juanita, she was raped in her cabin by a miner back in the day, and tracked the sucker down the next day and stabbed him, killing him, dead, dead, dead. She was hanged unjustly in the town gallows, (which still stand). I thought you, of all people, might find that interesting. Creepy write, my friend, Bill
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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Thanks, Bill, what a cool story! Would you mind PM'ing that info to me in my inbox? I will research it a bit more, then I'd like to do a pictapoem about it. I'd sure appreciate it, and I will make mention of your as the inspiration in my author's notes. I would really appreciate it, as I always appreciate your continued support and fantastic reviews. Thanks!
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No problem, my friend. To make sure I have the info correct, I will go down to the gallows and read the exact story off the plack. I'll get that to you tomorrow, if that's OK? Bill
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That would be fantastic, and thank you!
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
One 6 left and you know how I feel about the scary things you post.
I love to read and the scarier the better. The rhyme is great but I had to read first then reread to enjoy the rhyme because I wanted the story first. You are complicated
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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One 6 left and you know how I feel about the scary things you post.
I love to read and the scarier the better. The rhyme is great but I had to read first then reread to enjoy the rhyme because I wanted the story first. You are complicated
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Thanks very much, Barb. I'm really not complicated at all, if you knew the real me. Just a laid back country boy who always enjoyed telling scary campfire stories to scare the bejeezus outta everybody as a kid. I just never grew up, that's all, LOL!
Thanks again for the great review. I very much appreciate it.
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You keep that little boy that loves to scare. I love him
Comment from Ric Myworld
I admire your writing and the hard work and research that you put into every piece. I'd like to learn more about changing backgrounds and sound files as my writing improves. Thanks for another great poem and information!
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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I admire your writing and the hard work and research that you put into every piece. I'd like to learn more about changing backgrounds and sound files as my writing improves. Thanks for another great poem and information!
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Thanks for such a nice compliment, Ric. I'd sure be happy to teach you one day. I never turn down a friend who needs my help.
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Thanks so much for your kind offer and I'll definitely take you up on it. Thanks!
Comment from Hitcher
I enjoyed Raven's Fare Dean, it is a nice take on the darkness that dwells, swells and crawls out of the pits of hell to haunt, hurt and terrify any and all who foolishly underestimate the power of the devil and his minions.
The movies; In The Mouth Of Madness and Silent Hill spring to mind :)
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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I enjoyed Raven's Fare Dean, it is a nice take on the darkness that dwells, swells and crawls out of the pits of hell to haunt, hurt and terrify any and all who foolishly underestimate the power of the devil and his minions.
The movies; In The Mouth Of Madness and Silent Hill spring to mind :)
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Good examples, Hitch. That's pretty much the type of Raven's Fare is, a lot like Silent Hill.
Thanks for the great review!
Comment from GWHARGIS
Nice and scary. The descriptions tended to be hair raising and harrowing. I really liked that it was featuring and old ghost town. I rmember as a young girl, visiting a haunted house that had an old west theme. Surprisingly, it was pretty scary. Nicely done.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Nice and scary. The descriptions tended to be hair raising and harrowing. I really liked that it was featuring and old ghost town. I rmember as a young girl, visiting a haunted house that had an old west theme. Surprisingly, it was pretty scary. Nicely done.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Thanks so much, GWHARGIS. I am very happy that you liked this one!
Comment from The Death
Hi,
I love the title you have used and your word selection is just too good which makes the write stand out. There are haunted places everywhere and surely attract one's attention. I enjoyed it very much
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Hi,
I love the title you have used and your word selection is just too good which makes the write stand out. There are haunted places everywhere and surely attract one's attention. I enjoyed it very much
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Thank you very much, Anupam Sharma. I always appreciate your fantastic feedback, and support, my friend.
Comment from Gungalo
Well Dean you've done it again with an enthralling story of a haunted town. Awesome is the tale of Raven's Fare. You simply must not forget old Stinky.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Well Dean you've done it again with an enthralling story of a haunted town. Awesome is the tale of Raven's Fare. You simply must not forget old Stinky.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2013
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Nope, Old "stinky" is hanging around to stay, I'm afraid, ha ha!
Thanks for the fabulous review, Gungalo...
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Smiling.
Comment from barkingdog
Hi Dean,
I think I'll pass on this vacation. I like my sleep. LOL
I think you should keep your notes with the poem. They really add to the background for the poem. I've thought this for a long time and just didn't get around to mentioning it. This comment doesn't relate specifically to this post. It's a general observation.
Keep 'em comin'.
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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Hi Dean,
I think I'll pass on this vacation. I like my sleep. LOL
I think you should keep your notes with the poem. They really add to the background for the poem. I've thought this for a long time and just didn't get around to mentioning it. This comment doesn't relate specifically to this post. It's a general observation.
Keep 'em comin'.
Comment Written 02-Nov-2013
reply by the author on 02-Nov-2013
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Thanks very much, BD. I really appreciate the feed back on the notes, and the great review.
I always try to make as vague a reference as I possibly can to a place that relates, in some way, to what I've written. Gives the poem or story an air of authenticity that many say heightens the scare and shock factor for them immensely. I'm happy that you enjoy them!