Writer. Editor. In JP @SwissBozu. Reading list on Insta: alexstreads. Revising my 130k word sci-fi epic debut. RevPit 2024 laureate.
Tokyo-to, Japan
Joined September 2019
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#RevPit has been a defining stage in my journey as a writer. I've found new friends, a supportive community, and confidence in my voice and the value of my story.
Despite 50 rejections and counting, I'm now beyond hopeful for this project's future. β¨
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What an incredible writing year it's been! After RevPit, still in the middle of a massive rewrite, I've spotted a #CNPTOP100 snippet that may well be mine π
The hard work of the @prize_novel team in running this competition has been nothing short of extraordinary. ππ
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π’ Developmental editors! π’
#RevPit is adding to our volunteer roster of vetted pro editors for our events. BIPOC, LGBT+, disabled, ND & other editors from communities that need rep in pub encouraged to apply
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#WritingCommunity please share!
It's time. Check this out. Our #RevPitClassof24 has it all. Wonderful, diverse writers with big ideas and mad talent, supported by hardworking and kick-ass editors. If you like to read, there's something here for you, guaranteed. π―
The time has come! It's the 2024 Showcase! #RevPit #RevPitClassof2024 #writingcommunity
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It's time!! Check out the #RevPit showcase for THE SANDS OF EDEN by @AlexstWrites π
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ππ SOON !!! @AlexstWrites has put in so much work during #RevPit πͺβοΈ
I'm super excited for y'all to meet his characters & get a glimpse of this world!! πͺπ
Today is the day! Join us at 12 Noon, EDT, TODAY, June 10th, to celebrate the hard work by our author/editor teams!
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The day has arrived. May the world witness my attempt at writing a ~370 word query letter for a 130,000+ word sci-fi epic with three unique character arcs.
Please be kind π₯²
Today is the day! Join us at 12 Noon, EDT, TODAY, June 10th, to celebrate the hard work by our author/editor teams!
#RevPit #writingcommunity
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#RevPitClassof24: Day 7
I am so grateful @MadelynKnecht gave my manuscript a chance! She immediately understood the vision and knew exactly how to help the characters grow into themselves. At times, it felt like she understood the story better than I did πThank you!!
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#RevPitClassof24 Day 7
I came into this experience with a jumble of jokes and ideas. With her holistic feedback and pointed conversations, @NatashaHanova helped me focus on heart of my characters and their journeys to each other. Thank you, Natasha!
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I won the editorial jackpot when @Miranda_Darrow chose
THE FUNERAL GUESTS. Her edits were insightful and actionable and her encouragement came at a time when I needed it so much. She guided my novel to the next level and I am so grateful for the experience.
#RevPitClassof24
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Day 6 of #revpitclassof24
A big shout out to my editor, Nicole Frail for her enthusiasm with my MS and her willingness and kindness to do another read through after the showcase!
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#RevPitClassof24 day 7: I told @meganrecords in our call that I didn't think I had a chance at #RevPit at all when I joined. But the respect w/ wc she treated my work, the insight and care, truly helped me realize there was room for me at the table. Thank you, Megan!
#RevPitClassof24 Day 7
My editor, @raqueledits, is a million blessings wrapped into the most delightful, diligent and compassionate human being. While always respectful of my vision, she has helped me distill my story into its purest, most engaging form. Thank you, Raquel! π
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Day 6 - Show your writing space
Sorting my bookshelf for this picture was a great excuse to procrastinate this morning π
Day 5, #RevPitClassof24
What I learned from RevPit...
My biggest takeaway is when to add interiority. I know my characters very well, so their thoughts and emotions seem obvious to me. I had to learn to put more interiority throughout the story, and only in key moments.
One of the fun things about RevPit is being exposed to stories in genres I don't usually read and getting to interact with their amazing authors πππ
#RevPitClassof24 Day 4
Share a snippet of your manuscript.
βWhy else would I keep you around?β I mutter.
He slides up beside me, his warm breath caressing my ear as he whispers, βEye candy.β
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