The Five Haters You Meet When You Become a Writer

[@richardhawkins2647]

Arsehole; "Your lead character is an orphan, so your book is like Harry Potter?" Me, "So you've only read the one book then?"

[@NosferatuWickedTTRPG]

That's lovely XD

[@Crybaby_26]

More like only seen the movie

[@addiebrice6001]

Richard Hawkins Boom! 😂😂😂

[@addiebrice6001]

Richard Hawkins Nope its like Superman, flash, and Jessica Jones. LOL

[@lilliputauthorandtoiletris1954]

Richard Hawkins I agree so much!

[@6000countingdown]

New response to: "Why would you want to be a writer?" "It was between that and a drug mule. It was less morally objectionable." Thanks!

[@clairedeluna3585]

I would love to be a fly on the wall to see their reaction to that response.

[@franziska9260]

6000countingdown I'm gonna say, "Well, I like unleashing my sadistic tendencies, so it was either a writer or the next Jigsaw. You choose, buddy."

[@jmmartin7766]

Gonna use the 'drug mule' one, one day-- that is, if you dont mind 'Jigsaw' . Lol

[@ZomboMau]

@@franziska9260 I'm using that as my next response to a hater

[@franl155]

"I didn't WANT to bea writer. I AM a writer. It's what you ARE, not what you DO"

[@atadbitspooky2993]

OH WOW YOUR BOOK HAS CHARACTERS SO ITS PRETTY MUCH DIVERGENT.

[@smiley-skeleton4598]

Ethan Goodman LMAO.

[@iwakeupandboomimarat]

YOUR BOOK HAS MORE THAN ONE IN THE SERIES SO ITS BASICALLY HARRY POTTER

[@justinabate2814]

Your book is made of paper? So it’s basically Eve The Awakening?

[@shoechoe8956]

Your book has a setting? Oh, it's basically Warrior Cats then

[@franziska9260]

ATadBitSpooky YOUR BOOK HAS INK? OH MY GOD ARE YOU WRITING THE NEXT TWILIGHT

[@avanicole6700]

Me: ugh, I need to create more characters Person: why don't you just write the book and not worry about characters and stuff Me:😑😑😑

[@jmmartin7766]

Or worse, when THEY want YOU to feature them as a character in your book. Yeah, had this one happen too... I just said, "Yeah, I'd truly think about it except you're BORING AS CRAP!" Another time (yeah, it happens quite a bit, unfortunately) I said, "The only time I really feature characters who're based on real people is when I'm planning on killing them off..." That usually results in "uncomfortable silence," under which I thrive... Heh, heh * evil grin *

[@rosejudge398]

Bro the characters are the best part

[@thestevens580]

Essentials to books: Characters Conflict Conclusion I probably remembered that wrong but there are like three C’s.

[@jiffycook]

Ugh. Who in the right mind would say that? Aren’t books about there characters? Fiction or not there are characters. If not your righting a book about a scenery. I know there are books about scenery but they still have character! Anger! 😡 Loved you comment!

[@TiffanyThomasFallochSeries]

Dont forget the "Anything you can do, I can do better" Guy. They've never written a book or posted their work but still feel more qualified than you. They'll read your stuff but only because they want to comment a revised version >.

[@JennaMoreci]

Tiffany Thomas oh yes. The "I'm just trying to make you the best you can be" guy. No you're not. You're insecure and puffing up your ego. Sit down.

[@johnowens7684]

Damn...you really do hate people! But I'm pretty sure I would have the same reactions to some of those people!

[@mrnini6882]

+Tiffany Thomas YES! Lol. When people say "oh, I'll write a book as well then." There are two ways to take that; be proud that you inspired, or be offended that they've assumed they can easily do it too (it's not like your sweat and tears went into writing it, huh?).

[@krisburgess2663]

+Adam Nicholls there's a way to word that so that it doesn't make you look like a douche. a lot of people don't filter before they speak though.

[@critica77y77]

This only really works if what they're talking about is a "you should know better" moment. Like torturing a character for no reason.

[@XsweetSims]

Over the years I've learned that "Haters" is an acronym (H)ates (A)nyone (T)hat (E)ver (R)eaches (S)uccess

[@JennaMoreci]

That... is brilliant. I'm going to remember this for future reference!

[@XsweetSims]

Jenna Moreci You're welcome :)))

[@gracereed1665]

Xsweet Sims That is so perfect

[@tristanwalhain8601]

That's actually so clever. Brilliant.

[@jam-jamytabdullahjam-jam2069]

Correct!

[@missmadyreads]

"I only read dinosaur erotica." I'd recommend someone get some help if they ever uttered that sentence. O.O

[@preciouso9096]

Kawaii Books 😂😂😂😂

[@twisted_fo0l]

i tried not to man! i need hel!---Drin is her tribe’s chief huntress; she lives for the thrill of the hunt. Men and sex hold no allure for her, as Drin has never found a partner to satisfy her. When a T-Rex descends upon her village, destroying it, Drin demands that the tribe’s hunters go in search of the beast and slaughter it. Opting for safety instead of revenge, the tribe moves to a new location, hoping that the big beast won’t follow them--- o my god.... what has happened!

[@coloureleven]

You're no fun lmao 😂😂

[@lasarith2]

Miss Mady - oh to be the palaeontologist, actually working on that, then reading this 😂😂😂😂 (By the way it’s definitely not me I meant in general)

[@Blablablablabla392]

It does exist and it is art

[@shahirbear]

The idea of things being done before is best summed up by Stephen King when he said that there's always a better way to make eggs. :)

[@this_mfr]

I love Stephen King. Have you read his "On Writing"? It's amazing.

[@lordofentropy]

On Writing is amazing, must read for, well anybody.

[@TheGrudgeLady]

Am I the only one who has that one person who wants you to convey an entirely different message than what you're writing? Like, "Don't write about violence, write about how he's saved by God!"

[@GuyIllusion]

nope, i have several people trying to tell me what to write. seriously if you want a story akin to your world view then write it yourself.

[@otelosenpaieditszm7731]

LOL yea if you want Priest's pulling Devine blade's out of bible's to battle unclean spirits, and give them to channel either samsons strength or summon elijah's fire then sure ill give the God thing a try lol

[@timeforcorn8929]

TheGrudgeLady2014 once I was writing a short little story about this guy going to war while his Wife falls ill while he's at war and dies while he's still fighting and shit so he commits suicide and I told my Friend about it and she was like "No! Don't make him commit suicide! Make him be saved by God!" And I'm like Bitch, wtf

[@tenworms]

That's something I've most often gotten from family members, and I've gotten it my whole life about pretty much any art I dabble in.

[@keyboardstalker4784]

TheGrudgeLady2014 yeah. It's even worse because this guy basically wants to turn my story into an anime.

[@lucyj5033]

"He only reads dinosaur erotica." Lol.

[@inspectorjavert8443]

The implications of this regarding rule 34 are... unpleasant.

[@Torthrodhel]

"What's this I hear about you having a new boyfriend?" "Um... yeah. Yeah I do." "Oh, nice! Cool! What's he like?" "He's... solid. But fragile. Bit long in the tooth. Got a dry humor." "Sounds lush! Does he have a car?" "No! What are you saying? He'd never cheat on me."

[@jacksparrowismydaddy]

that was definatly the best.

[@julietfischer5056]

This exists. It's on Amazon. Or was. Human women being porked by dinosaurs. Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops -- real dinos. I remember only one title: Taken by the T. Rex. Cracked.com had an article on it.

[@EricMtuhuru]

Juliet Fischer seriously?😂😂

[@emilyaleece]

Dinosaur Erotica: that would make for a great senior thesis for my creative writing major haha

[@JennaMoreci]

DO IT

[@dracofirex]

I read a Jurassic Park fanfic like that once.

[@PatrickLohKamp]

It exists... God save us, Amazon sells it self published. I lost a bet with a girlfriend about that existing...

[@madcircle7311]

People write fanfic about garchomp and latias too

[@emmajakobsen8265]

I've never been more scared in my life than the day I stumbled upon Drapple smut

[@lucyj5033]

Also, after your book gets published, you have armies of fans to attack stray haters.

[@JuriAmari]

+Lucy J Amen!

[@thestevens580]

If you listen to our cyborg queen, and have a good book, then yes.

[@oddeyes9413]

I have beta readers who have scorched earth people who hated on me. This one guy got verbally flogged because he said: *"What would a woman know about writing a book?"*

[@jiffycook]

@LucyJ 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Oktopia]

The group of raptors from the Jurassic Park franchise comes to mind...

[@hannandersha]

As a writing and theatre student I find that people either expect you to be the best of your feild or to just give up cause you're not worth it, "just study something that will get you a real job" 😪😪

[@TheGalacticGrizzly]

(シ_ _)シ This so much!

[@latenightthinker4737]

That person pisses me off because it's your life. It's up to you to do what makes you happy. One of the number one things in life that most people don't consider is job satisfaction

[@suzannelaforce6988]

There are so many people who consider all writing to be a hobby. These are the same type of people who automatically will say to artists, musicians and authors, --- "That's nice, BUT you can't make a living at it!" SINCE WHEN???... [I suppose all those computer animators aren't making a very good living... HUH???]

[@ericabeardsley9867]

I've met every one of these haters, and I only just finished the second draft of my first novel. The thing is, the hater happened to be my boyfriend at the time I began writing. He just happened to be all of these things at once. There was a reason I used to like him. I can't possibly fathom why.

[@trippleblah]

It's good you got rid of him!

[@totallyanonymousbish9599]

Erica Beardsley You like Evanescence. I like Evanescence. Rather being obsessively in love with them. Let's marry💞💋

[@marcuslong9231]

The Comparer is my personal enemy, someone once compared my work to Harry Potter based on the fact that, in the first chapter, the characters go to school....

[@matteorizvi6469]

I think you might have a law suit with WB pretty soon

[@mechantechatonne]

A comparer said my book was just like New Mutants because there are characters with powers that are at one point locked in a place.

[@jayferguson9968]

@@mechantechatonne Wait a minit... New Mutants takes place at a school, too... New Mutants is Harry Potter!

[@celtictarotreadings333]

For me it was because I had magic. Right yeah I forgot jk invented magic. 🙄

[@twilightjoltik3151]

I. Need. That. Shirt.

[@challengelinguist4182]

Twilight Joltik Me. Too.

[@comet6225]

Me. Too.

[@Deleuzeshammerflow]

Hater 1: MOM Hater 2: DAD

[@Frank-ju8qr]

LOL xD

[@jettash0720]

+Deleuzeshammerflow Too true, too true. My dad's always like "haha, yeah nice try" and my mum's like "what the fuck you talking about?"

[@mynameswhatsername7879]

Very true. They think I'm wasting my time.

[@Frank-ju8qr]

My Name's Whatsername They are wasting their time thinking you are wasting your time on writing

[@horsesrmylife78]

+Deleuzeshammerflow Same here!! They're constantly laughing at me for writing, and they spend all their time trying to convince me to do something else. For example, this happened a few minutes ago. "Oh, it's late. You should go to bed instead of writing. It's not like you're going to publish it anyway."

[@laela6289]

I was very shocked to see my biggest hater was actually my best friend. And she was a comparer, in a negative way. It was very discouraging. Its half the reason why I don't like sharing my work with others, you're out in the open and so vulnerable to criticism.

[@JennaMoreci]

Kaila B. that's very common. same thing happened to me with close friends. I have new friends now ;)

[@jovana.stanojlovic0]

me:i just CAN'T write, i don't think I'm even going to try everyone else:sure you can, you're talented and willing to work hard and you could be the next J.K. Rowling and make tons of money and we'll all be in the crowd shouting:I know her! me:I CAN write, and I'm totally gonna do it! everybody else:are you sure?I just don't think you realize how hard you have to work for that and how hard it is to get published and how little money you would make, why don't you try getting a real job just in case?

[@axelwulf6220]

The Double Standard Doubting yourself with something that people like to consume, all kinds of encouragement Confidence in yourself with something that people like to consume, all kinds of discouragement

[@soloragoldsun2163]

"You're writing fantasy? He only reads literary fiction." You just completely summed up my college workshop experiences.

[@fallinginfiction]

I once had a person assume that my book was just like Harry Potter because the genre of my book is fantasy and the fact that there's magic involved. She also thought that my book was for children, and because of that she thought my book was similar to Harry Potter. My book is VERY different from Harry Potter, and is not for children. It's for Young Adults.

[@childrensbooksbycharleseli3942]

There has always been Wizards and magic around forever. One new of books I am writing has a Wizard in it People see Harry Potter in everything. You must write whats in your heart. Some stories sound alike but are not the same. Sounds like a Great story.

[@INTPTT]

Sounds like this person is unfamiliar with the concept of genres.

[@MsEmminator]

Hannah TheWriter same here, freaking sucks...

[@jaketaylor2775]

Someone: So I hear you're writing a book? Me internally: Oh no. No. No no no no this is the end. Who told them? Why? I can't deal with this today Me out loud: Um, yeah, I am *tries to change the subject immediately*

[@justingr0334]

So relateable

[@patriciawilkin1258]

But I love when people sometimes surprise you- "Oh, that's so cool!! What's it about?"

[@Pacman1330]

Ahhh my dear, you should know that whatever you tell one person, everyone knows about it. ;)

[@danepatton2252]

what have i missed? there's dinosaur erotica now?

[@ConorCarlisle]

Dane Patton THERE IS?!?

[@arsenicbug1537]

chuck tingle

[@KikoKay-Kay]

just google dragon dildo...you haven't heard of it from me.

[@Bairinde]

Yes. Yes, there is. Dead Noobie provided the link.

[@marcodimbo2174]

It's OBVIOUSLY the ONLY thing even remotely WORTH reading nowadays... tut, tut, tut. SUCH a plebian you are... Ohohohohohohoh..... ~w~

[@billyjames9283]

Don't forget the "You're not allowed" guy. He searches for any reason for you to not write, and shoves it down wind pipe no matter how stupid it is. Below the age of 396? Too young. Already have a job? One job at a time. Your book uses the word "the" and so did every other book in existence? Copyright.

[@harrietlucyblack6057]

basicly my mom

[@billyjames9283]

Harriet Lucy Black I was thinking of people at schools, but having parents like that would be like torture.

[@friedcaribou8066]

Wait, Does this mean that Batman is like Harry Potter?

[@idk-oh2ix]

Potterbat??

[@estherkohlmoos7405]

idk ?? Omg Potterbat😂😂😂

[@agustinaferrero1350]

idk ?? Or potterman

[@garbageOwO]

YER A WIZARD BRUCE

[@jjkhawaiian]

The Bat has his cape and Harry has his wand. Same, same.

[@djheadcandy]

I am an artist and everything you say applies to being an artist also - love it, you are hilarious, keep up the good work!!!

[@JennaMoreci]

+djheadcandy That makes total sense. I've noticed writers and artists tend to have a lot in common :) But it sucks that we both have haters, boo!

[@clawedmist6893]

Same

[@danacampbell1958]

I've been writing almost daily for eight years BECAUSE I LOVE IT. If I tell anyone, they say they're planning to write a book someday. Almost every time.

[@JennaMoreci]

Dana Campbell LOL. Of course they are.

[@Stupornatural]

I love it when people ask me, "So what are you going to do for money?" I get that it's a genuine question since there's no guarantee that my book will sell well, and I am going to need to make a living between now and the time I publish anyway, but still... I get tired of hearing it. It starts to sound like they're deliberately discouraging me after a while.

[@noMixedteajp]

you forgot "The you should get a REAL JOB like all us others!" one xD

[@cammy1349]

noMixedteajp Nah, she didn't. It's in there. (O-O)b

[@KayDeAy]

Oh wow! I stopped telling people that I am writing a book cuz it seems like I run into so many of the comparisons types. As soon as "I am writing a book" comes out of my mouth, they ask me what it's about. Then I discover the only reason they asked is because they want to tell me about how every idea is like some movie, tv show or book. What the heck is that? Then some professional writers have put my plot idea down without reading a word of it. I had two that had this condescending look on their face before I even started talking about my plot. Then they just ripped it to shreds. It's like they already decided they weren't going to like my plot idea before I told them about it. At least I know I'm not the only one going through this so I shouldn't take it personally or take it to heart. Thanks Jenna! You're funny and very helpful.

[@GenerationX1984]

Yeah. I usually don't tell people who aren't close friends or family unless they ask.

[@philyra2]

Mom: "Ugh. Stop wasting paper." Now she wants a dedication. Pssh, I ain't wasting paper on that.

[@cookiemonster59263]

My favourite hater that I've ever received was the one who skipped to twenty chapters of 4.5k words each in, complained that they didn't understand, complained that the romance occurred too quickly, and that the fact that my only answer was to go back and read the early chapters was rude because I, as the writer, owed my readers a personal debt smh

[@this_mfr]

This is why I just don't tell people I write, except those I'm very close to. It's easier that way. Plus, the time wasted dealing with them can be spent writing.

[@coffeepoweredkatie6290]

This comment is literally my life lol. Only my mother and therapist know I write and only one out of the two is actively supportive. (Spoiler alert: It isn't my mother.)

[@MissVintage789]

Me too

[@JShortsFR]

"Why?!" Lol I hate that. If I want to write a story about a talking cat living alone in the middle of an endless void than I can!

[@trippleblah]

That sounds like an awesome story hahah

[@stevensmith699]

True Team Force What would the plotline be? Would the cat try to get out? Would they meet a cat to fall in love with and live in the void with them and have void kittens????? That would be so interesting wherever it would be taken.

[@JShortsFR]

Steven Smith Well the current idea actually has a young boy and a talking cat living alone on an island that floats in an endless void. The cat acts as the boys guardian and teaches him but the boy grows restless and wants to see if there is really more to this world than just the island. Throw in notes and writings left by previous people who lived on the island and a realm of darkness far below the island called the Abyss and you can really do a lot! But I've kind of fallen away from that idea to something similar but also completely different because I felt the two main characters, the boy and cat, couldn't have a well developed story and thus seemed boring, one sided, and all together worthless in terms of character development. (Because there was nothing to develop.) But, ya know, it's still interesting.

[@stevensmith699]

NOICE, though there isn't really anything that can be done with that unless something crazy happens like the boy and the cat fall off the island and find a world. Though idk how they'd live.

[@rosebelle4]

Sai, The O' Hare Delivery Guy that sounds amazing! I'd totally read that!

[@korinnd6008]

why do I always relate to people on KZbin but can't even have a decent conversation with human beings I know ( for example- my friends at school or the people who think I'm a weird 'creature' for actually wanting to read and write)

[@pjfox7754]

This is awesome. You are awesome! The only group of people you left off are the "friends" who either try to compete with you, or who decide they hate you after you have the courage to go after your dreams and they don't. I have a "writing is easy" ex-friend who's furious that I'm a published author and she isn't.

[@LindsayCummings]

OMG SO MUCH yes.

[@JennaMoreci]

fuckin' haters being all hatery. pfft.

[@jorghelfrich8884]

So based on the fact that I discovered this roughly a year after you posted this.. happy 29th Birthday in two days time :) Glad I found your channel; sad to say I know most of those cases of "haters" simply as being my family when I ask them what they think and sometimes when I don't; though I have to say that I did not try to write anything in over a year. Might just try to go at it again :) Thanks for making all those videos.. I'll have a look at them and probably at your book, too :)

[@JennaMoreci]

+Jörg Helfrich (Nysta) Thank you so much! :) And yeah, I'm related to some of these haters too :-\

[@writingwithrose5154]

Soooo... late to the party, but the Gods of KZbin told me to watch this a year late. Anyhoo... "Why don't you get a real job" and "but what is your real job" are my two least favorite questions ever. Just because mah job doesn't require pants and getting up at 6am, that doesn't make it any less real. It pays my bills. Which is kinda the point of a job, right? RIght?! I mean, ideally you want to love your job too (ding ding ding!), but isn't the definition of "real" more to do with "is it paid work" and not "does it conform to my preconception of office-minion-ing"? Why hater does not think so. Why hater DOES think that the "fakeness" of my job luckily frees me up to run errands, hang out, do favors, help him move, etc. Because... well, it's not like I have a real job that I have to be at or anything.

[@JennaMoreci]

+Writing With Rose LOL omg I know exactly what you mean. In my opinion, being a writer is one of the most awesome jobs BECAUSE I don't have to wear pants! Liberation! My legs are freeeeee!

[@writingwithrose5154]

+Jenna Moreci Eeeezactly! Pants are pure evil. Unless they are pjs. Pjs are pants of the gods.

[@JennaMoreci]

Writing With Rose agreed!

[@kureru3522]

Reminds me of this pretentious douche at work who would only swear by classic literature, and hated popular stuff such as Harry Potter and co. Even though it was clear that our tastes in literature were radical different, he insisted on reading and criticizing what I was writing, as though his opinion was crucial to me. Every day he would remind me that he was waiting for me to show him my work... I'm glad I left this job and he forgot about me =)

[@JennaMoreci]

Alpha Green OH GOD, I hate people. I just do. Gross. Barf. Hate him and I don't even know him.

[@Raycheetah]

"L'enfer c'est les autres." (Hell is other people) - Jean-Paul Sartre. =^[.]^=

[@annjowolfe1561]

I'm so glad I never have to go though this. When I finished my first chapter my mom said this exactly "omg tell me when it's done, I want to read it! NO SPOILERS!" I told my friends that I'm going to write a book and two of them immediately offered to be my editors/beta readers/critiquers. (They are actually super critical that I love it and I love them).

[@jessiefox3739]

So many jealous people :( This world would be such a better place if jealousy didn't exist.

[@GenerationX1984]

I don't talk to certain people about my writing. I wait for them to ask me so that I know they're interested in it.

[@debbiepalicdon1920]

+Chris Tubestinks What is the genre of your book?

[@giannemarie972]

Envy's a beautiful flaw filled with emotions, also a motivator. It would be boring without it. It's really your decision to make a good cause out of it or not

[@GenerationX1984]

Debbie Palicdon My first fiction ebook is fantasy adventure. It's out now, I finished it about a year ago. I uploaded a preview of it on my channel. The Jewels of the Ishamah.

[@Sarathewise158]

Jessie Fox It would be, but a lot of conflicts come from jealousy. Just remember, A story is nothing without conflict. ;D

[@LadyNyaga]

"Oh, so you write fantasy? I'm sorry, I've never liked novels" (by a person who doesn't know the difference between fantasy and fiction) "Why are there two gay characters in your story? Are you gay?" (a person who read a fanfiction I wrote about a show that includes two gay characters) "You write good because you don't make grammar mistakes, but the plots suck." (a person who thinks that when I was 12 I should have already been able to write like Hemingway) "I don't want to read what you write, because all your stories are the same!" (my sister, who has only read the worst story I have ever written) Fun fact: the first three sentences all came from the same person! And now because of them, I'm forced to write anonymously! Yay!

[@HarryMarks]

"Batman isn't a wizard." SOMEONE ISN'T READING THE FANFICTION I SEND HER.

[@avanicole6700]

"The main character-" "Oh, there's a character? So you're just copying the Bible"

[@Pearamedic]

Happy belated birthday! Very informative, thanks for sharing. Happy writing!

[@JennaMoreci]

Awww thank you so much :D

[@m1randa638]

I was writing at school today, and then here comes hater number one "What's the point of making such a developed story?"

[@nickdoesthingsandsuch3202]

I. I don't. I can't even. what. please end me

[@mintytheshade3754]

The Definition of Geek I think that person was just dumb...

[@ragu1319]

I have no words

[@rynegreen7902]

I’m working on this novel idea that some had said is “just The Mist but in the snow.” And it started getting to me. Thank you for pointing out what make a story different is based on their character and development

[@LindsayCummings]

just re-watched this and still freaking adore it lol

[@mimiclausen6533]

precious! You're hysterical! Thank you for your videos! welcome breaks as I plough through 2,000 pages of re-reads! Bless you for your courage because the likes of me is grateful to have found you!

[@finalfantasy7freak664]

I haven't found many of these haters yet, but my parents HAVE told me that I should "reconsider" and get a real job. I'm most likely going to be a part-time writer lol The good thing is that since I am almost done with the second draft of my manuscript, they have gotten more supportive!! I just have to warn them that my story has a lot of violence and when they get to the end, I don't want them to think that I'm a psychopath lol

[@LeilaRWilson]

Thank you so much for making this!!! It's really easy to get down about those types of comments -- especially when you don't factor in that you're not alone in having to deal with these people. It was awesome to actually see that you and many others in the comments have had to deal with these people too!

[@TheRexRider]

3:10 OMG, I hate these people! They are an absolute nightmare to work with on a group project because every single thing ever is a rip off! I got into an argument with one of these ass hats a couple of days ago and he wound up deleting his comment thread.

[@dearsaltykid693]

TheRexRider can you tell us what exactly this jerk said?

[@aria8256]

😍😍😍 Love the shirt! 😍😍😍

[@MrRealDeal151]

Happy B-Day! Subscribed - You're Hilarious! Just watched most of your vids. Just started writing a book myself, so you really help.

[@JennaMoreci]

Aww thank you so much! I'm so thrilled you're enjoying the videos :) If there's a topic you'd like me to cover, let me know. I'm drawing a blank over what to talk about next week O_o

[@MrRealDeal151]

Jenna Moreci Here's a couple ideas - if you've already done them, then don't pay attention to me - I'm insane! 1. How do you kill off a character in which you've become emotionally invested? I wanted kill one of my characters but I think she may be one of my favorites now so I'm having a hard time. 2. How do you go about choosing a good editor? I'm not there yet but I will be eventually. Hope this helps! Love the videos, keep them coming!

[@JennaMoreci]

MrRealDeal151 These are both really good! Oh man, killing off characters... That can be rough!

[@JennaMoreci]

MrRealDeal151 Hey there! Just wanted to let you know, I posted a video about killing off characters. You can watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6vbo3mKlt54kMU

[@MrRealDeal151]

Jenna Moreci Watched, it was great. You described exactly what I was thinking in the first place, so thanks. Also, I hate descriptions too! I don't give a $#@! what color the sky is or how the grass felt on my feet, but it's part of it and we do it anyway. Thanks again and keep it up.

[@dalejgordon]

I'm very happy to find your channel. I'll be employing these tips for sure.

[@JennaMoreci]

+Dale J. Gordon so glad I can help :)

[@yumesdreamland]

When I told my mother I'm writing a fantasy novel and told her about the basic plot (17 years old girl has strange things happening around her and then finds out she's got magic powers) her first reaction was 'So, like superman?' And I looked at her with an expression that clearly said 'are you kidding me?'

[@theramdomchannel8329]

THANK. YOU. FOR. MAKING. THIS. VIDEO. i didn't finish writing a single one of my projects, and yet i have encountered all of this hater types. ...the first ones being in my close family, so maybe that's why i couldn't write in peace... i decided to try and finish at least one of my projects this year, and i just encountered your videos but they are already helping. so, wish me luck, and thank you!

[@nicolless51]

I've met "I don't like reading guy". He used to be a friend of mine, and actually I was writing something based on an acting game we had done together... We were supposed to write the book together, but he only pitched a few lines, since he thought details were boring... He actually said something along the lines of, "Plot is the only thing that matters" or something like that... He got mad because I took out the lines he pitched, since they didn't match the characters that well... He also got mad because his character from the acting game got killed in what used to be the first book, back before I had to break it in half for it being too long... He thinks I was being totally unreasonable... I don't know... What do some of you think? Oh, and he had the nerve to say he should get paid when it gets published. Although he came up with most of the plot in the acting game, after so much editing it's almost nothing like it at all.

[@creationartnation4003]

Well, I would feel a bit angry if my work was cut out. But the thing is, it was just a few plot lines, so he shouldn't be angry. YOU did basically most of the work so having him get all the money is out of the question. Honestly, I wouldn't know what to tell him, but I know where you are coming from.

[@nicolless51]

CreationArtNation Thank you.

[@Irmatu]

I'm assuming there's no documentation to show how you both pitched in on the acting portion of the game, and combined with the fact none of his material was used then no -- he cannot get paid for any of that work. I understand he got upset over a killed off character, but it happens. I would have shrugged and said, "Congrats dude. Welcome to the world of writing where ANYONE can die at any time. Yours was just sooner than others."

[@nicolless51]

Umi Ciang Good point. Thanks.

[@pacifest_9976]

Hey Jenna I appreciate your videos. It's helping me get through the writing process of my novel, and prepares me for the backlash of haters and critics.

[@cats3537]

your shirt is my soul too

[@IronSilkStation]

Watched several of your videos. A wonderful communicator, funny, informative, and succinct. I appreciate your work. A whole bunch of gold!

[@GuyIllusion]

i came across your channel through recommendations. has KZbin finally fixed it problems? because this is the first new thing recommended to me, that actually suits my interests, in a long time.

[@JoelHunterGun]

I am now a subscriber! lol I really like the way Jenna Moreci speaks her mind. Great insight, too!

[@JennaMoreci]

awwwww thank you so much! :D

[@scottab71]

I have been writing for a long time. I'm still waiting for the haters. Obscurity is the only sure defense against haters. (This much I know). But as soon as you achieve something, you're going to get some. I think you've nailed it. It's 99 percent jealousy. There is of course, the other one, the I Could Do That Guy: "I could writing a book too, but with work and all the time I spend curating my two thousand piece garden gnome collection, I just don't have the time. But if I did have the time, it would be a bestseller, for sure." And then they sit back looking self satisfied, like this pronouncement on its own is the equivalent to topping the New York Times bestsellers list. I would be a poor beta reader, because I would find it hard to say anything negative about someone's book. I know how hard it is to write one. And my first book was a real dog, but just finishing it was an achievement. And with each one, you improve. The hope is that you're not improving from such a low base that you die of old age before you make it.

[@KrazyDanProductions]

I just found your channel today, so I hope this isn't TOO late when I say Happy Birthday!

[@perfectlyfrank8]

I remember a couple of months back some girls in my maths class were harassing me and I just said "you're giving me some good ideas for bully characters for the children's books I'm gonna write!" and the second largest said "I bet Frankie's gonna be really successful one day and we'll be like "yeah we used to bully that kid."" I've been fortunate to have only come across the why guy and the chap who doesn't like reading. Still, need to submit the manuscript!

[@JennaMoreci]

***** ew, I hate people! Keep your chin up. Everyone will be saying "I knew him when..." soon enough ;)

[@perfectlyfrank8]

Aw thank you. What time is it in California?

[@JennaMoreci]

3:14 PM :P

[@perfectlyfrank8]

Ah, I'm in Britain and editing in my jim-jams!

[@JennaMoreci]

hahaha, I don't know what jim-jams are, but they sound fun! :P Oh, wait... let me guess... pajamas? Am I right? I better be right.

[@Lilli_Jay]

Just came across your channel. Have to go to bed, but can't stop watching... But as I happen to find you today, happy belated birthday. May your pencil stay sharp, the creativity flow and may the critiques and readers be ever in your favour.

[@MegaToonzNetwork]

A werewolf that can fly and shoot energy beams who fights a vampire who can manipulate fire and soul. DON'T COPY IT (c) >:^) Hehe.

[@MegaToonzNetwork]

Awaiting a WTF comment. lol

[@teshn1229]

+The WattPad Reviewer No. I was thinking that could be a seriously debated, criticised, loved, hyped book, that only sounds that stupid when the hater 'puts it that way'. It could be really good. Honestly. I'm just not into paranormal, though, so I probably wouldn't read it.

[@adechandrahasibuan4612]

That pretty fucked up. Why not include Dinosaur? With erotica?

[@andrewjohnston1564]

You have spunk. You honest advice is really helpful.

[@jimkaragkounis4750]

Dinosaur erotica?? Happy birthday.

[@InannasDissent]

Haha well said, this is so true! I'm so glad I found your channel. :) Love your take and commentary, you said everything I've always thought when I've encountered these individuals. And that shirt is my soul mate! Must find one for myself lol.

[@DayShawnrShow]

Forgot to comment on this one. Lol as soon as I mentioned my book Mizuki. I showed the animelike art style the first thing came out someone's mouth was. "So it's like Naruto?" Not to mention my book IBARRA. They be like "so it's like the prada plan" I actually stopped my Alien book 250 pages into the story because everyone kept calling it xmen :/ Ugh lol

[@JennaMoreci]

***** noooo!

[@DayShawnrShow]

Jenna Moreci haven't touched it since 2012 :/ I read it recently it's okay. It has Alien in it and a female protagonist. It's a futuristic setting as well. They're others out therw like her but she hunt them. She's a pure blood of the species. It wasn't like X-Men but most the characters had killer/ unique abilities. I might revise it because it's 2012 work. I had very abysmal writing back then lol listening to this video made want to bring it back.

[@JennaMoreci]

do it!

[@DayShawnrShow]

Jenna Moreci whenever that burnt out phase go away lol

[@JuriAmari]

+DayShawnrShow Keep going dude!

[@benwolfinger930]

Hey, +Jenna Moreci, I'm a pretty new subscriber of yours (like within the last week) and I've been catching up on some of your earlier content. This one has over 350 comments so I'm not sure if you're responding to any further comments on this thread, but I still wanted to say -- EXCELLENT WORK! I especially liked the part where you talk about not judging "genre specific" work. That said, I generally don't read fiction, and have NEVER successfully finished a fiction piece myself (though I have started one several times). Of course, that was prior to listening to you talk about the importance of outlining. I truly think that's why I've lost focus on my fiction in the past. Also, there have been exceptions where I have enjoyed, very much I might add, a good piece of fiction. Your book is one of them! I also, NEVER judge someone who writes fiction, just because I rarely read it, enjoy it, or write it myself. I am currently put much of your advice into practice, but am in NO WAY ready to actually get out there full swing yet. I would like to extend a proposal offer to you, though. I would LOVE to become one of your "Beta's" for your sequel! I'm not real sure how that works, especially since I'm a subscriber to your channel and a huge fan, but I assure you, I most CERTAINLY contain the ability to remain objective. Be it family disputes, arguments between friends, product reviews, or whatever the case; I am well known by my family and friends for remaining objective. Whether it's attributed to be a Libra, with the whole "scales" thing (something I'm not sure that I believe or don't believe in) or my upbringing, or something else entirely -- I assure you that I can and will remain objective. Just a thought, but a hopeful one! Either way, lemme know please, assuming you're still reading old threads with several hundred comments that is. Now, all I want to do is go grab some pizza and be happy piecing my current project together. Again, very inspiring stuff. Keep up the good work! Thanks, Ben Wolfinger

[@benwolfinger930]

Oh, and happy belated birthday +Jenna Moreci !!!

[@thislady987]

I hate 'he of little faith'

[@J_David_Worthington_III]

Another great video. Way too funny! Keep up the good work!

[@pandakatiefominz]

What if your book's biggest hater is yourself?

[@GuyIllusion]

then don't write it

[@TheGalacticGrizzly]

I know how you feel, I'm totally that last guy. I've always wanted to be a writer, but I always shy away from it because I firmly believe I will never be successful. I'm steadily working towards my first film script, but I really need to work up the courage to find a director/producer.

[@tybaltia16]

Lol Phan, then keep writing and improve it until you get to make at the very least tolorable for you. If you want to, it's your book, don't let me tell you what to do.

[@matty1988TJC]

Awesome! Subscribed! You motivate me to finish (well finish starting, and then finish) my novel. Learning a lot from you. Keep the videos coming!

[@stephano9571]

You can have similarities and still have original content. Just because one book has humans in it, does that mean every book after that written with humans is UN-original ? Ever compared Hunger games and Divergent. Or Vampire diaries and Twilight. Similar novels can still have original content, characters, and originality isn't the entire goal. You can still have engrossing characters, ambitious and thrilling plot lines, and a mind blowing romantic subplot without having original content. It could be a werewolf and vampire novel and still be amazing simply because its so magical, and well written, with in depth characters and descriptive detail. Write on people Write on

[@Anthrocarbon]

Enjoyable to watch and appreciated. Thank you.

[@ciaramt5435]

My parents are the last one who has little faith

[@dandelionfire2202]

+CMT gamer same

[@damatically]

omg same

[@kroposman2302]

High expectation, little faith indeed.

[@ciaramt5435]

Well we can still write no matter what they think :)

[@jimvinespresents...8463]

Really enjoying your videos! Yup, you're right on target with these "haters." I've been a professional screenwriter for 20+ years, but published my first novel about 2 months ago. In that short time I think I've already met each hater you mentioned. I have a particular fondness for the "I-don't-like-reading" guy and the "I'm-too-good-for-your-genre" guy. But I suppose this is all part of the fun of being a writer, eh? Anyway, keep up the great work, Jenna!

[@ActualKit]

I once had a (straight) man tell me I'm "limiting my audience" by making my characters gay... Sir, do you think I'm, like, one of the only 5 gay people on Earth or something? If you mean homophobes aren't going to read my shit then good, I don't want them near my shit

[@daswhy3532]

i'm so happy i found your channel rn. i can relate so much. so much. oh my god. thank you. makes me feel so much better about my books right now.

[@rgoss1000]

I love harry potter. And u. Your advice is great. Thank you.

[@JennaMoreci]

+ryan goss thank you! :D

[@rgoss1000]

:D

[@lovenorthern]

Bless

[@HoneyBeeMelissa]

Loving your videos. Did you ever have the problem of being your own hater? It's hard not telling myself all those things while working on my first book.

[@JennaMoreci]

YES. YES YES YES. All the time. I promise, this is very normal for creative folk. It's okay to be down on yourself every once in a while, so long as you pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and continue anyway :) I'll elaborate on this in a future Vlog! :)

[@HoneyBeeMelissa]

The struggle is real, but I won't let it stop me. *que the positive affirmations to drown out my internal bs* :)

[@JennaMoreci]

Melissa C Hell yes! I'm on book three and I still have plenty of moments of doubt. It's totally fine. Just gotta keep going :)

[@HoneyBeeMelissa]

Thanks Jenna! You keep making awesome videos, so I can keep watching them. 😆

[@JennaMoreci]

Melissa C d'awwww thank you :D

[@bacharfarmsrental7758]

I am in love with your channel. You made my day!! Hysterical. thanks for all these videos really helpful!

[@JennaMoreci]

ScoutOutdoors Well, now you've just made my day! Thanks for the kind words :)

[@lambykins1471]

Personally, I sympathise a little with hater 4. Don't get me wrong, I don't think you should rule out entire genres for no reason at all. But it does come down to personal taste. I'll read pretty much anything, but there are limits and there's there's a couple of genres that are just not for me. Not that I would say that to someone who's just written a book in that genre, cos that just seems rude. And I definitely wouldn't judge the person that reads/writes books I'm just not interested in. Love these videos by the way!

[@JennaMoreci]

lambykins1471 It totally comes down to personal taste, but I personally would never tell someone "ew, I HATE fantasy" after they told me they're writing fantasy, nor would I judge them for it. I have no sympathy for rude people :P

[@lambykins1471]

Jenna Moreci Yeah, I agree. That's phenomenally rude. I get what you mean now- people like that just think they're the centre of the universe. I guess I just meant there's a couple of genres that I'm not crazy about, so people shouldn't feel bad if I'm not into something they recommend. Or if someone asked me to read their book in a specific genre that I don't like, I'd just politely point out I'm probably not their target audience, but would be happy to give it a try anyway.

[@JennaMoreci]

Totally, I'm with you 100% on that. This happens to me all the time when it comes to music. Someone will ask if I like So-And-So's new song and I'll say "oh, I don't listen to pop music." And I get the stink eye! Dude, it's okay to not like the same stuff, you know :P

[@elceec]

Ok, I like your personality and advice. Happy Super Birthday!

[@renadjabareen4843]

Your videos make my day.. you are one of my favorite vloggers on youtube.. im writing a novel myself and you give great advice . #TCNZE

[@JennaMoreci]

Renad Jabareen awww thank you so much, I really appreciate that :D

[@renadjabareen4843]

I have one question though , in a video you mentioned that you wanted to be a writer since you were 6 years old , when did you actually started working to fulfill your dreams?

[@JennaMoreci]

depends on your definition. I wrote consistently for my whole childhood in hopes of achieving my dreams. I had my first poem published when I was 14. Once I got to college, I took a writing break because I felt pessimistic about my chances of being successful. Then, after college, I started pursuing it again, this time with much more maturity and confidence. I had some shtuff published in magazines and what not and then started EVE.

[@renadjabareen4843]

Jenna Moreci well thank you so much .. you're very inspirational , and congratulations for your success.

[@JennaMoreci]

thank you so much! :D

[@SnehalWagh]

OMG you are so amazing!!! I'm following your channel not because I wanna-be a writer, but because I am a filmmaker. And You have a lot of knowledge that I can apply while writing a script for my next film. Thank you so much for awesome tips! ^_^ Also, Happy Anniversary and Happy Birthday, Belated!

[@gaylecosgrove500]

"but he always comes back...like herpes...." I'm howling! Because it's true!

[@JennaMoreci]

It is! Be gone, haters! Be gone!

[@manishamalhotra4067]

SO so true! When I did my first book, I met the same haters! There's one more kind of people that I have met. The ones how try to con you and suck the life out of you by comparing you to famous writers (who are not even in our genre) and then they try to tell that we can somehow NEVER be as good as those writers! Plus, they discourage the whole publishing process too. P.S. Jenna you are great. you've helped me get rid of my annoying, negative, you're not a writer voice. Love you! XO

[@Nour787]

Where can i get that shirt ??? :)

[@JennaMoreci]

I believe he made it on Zazzle.com :) It has my website information on the back

[@tedhenkle]

Happy Belated Birthday and Anniversary! Best wishes to both of you.

[@JennaMoreci]

+Ted Henkle thank you :)

[@lucyj5033]

Happy birthday! Really late, but, who gives a shit?

[@natbatlightwood5288]

Seriously, I've been subscribed for like 2 hours now and your videos have been a huge confidence booster.

[@slipper329]

Is it bad that most of these are members of my own freaking family, well there not getting any thank you's or special mentions

[@ciaramt5435]

The only one in my family who is getting a thank you is my younger brother

[@slipper329]

I would mine but he is a bit too young to get what it's about, good luck with whatever your writing anyways

[@witchqueen1296]

Gods, same dude! My cousin did this. She said that what I'm doing was worthless. But it didn't stop me from writing.

[@CliftonHillauthor]

Well said. And you must get out a whole lot more than me, 'cause I haven't run into half of those haters, but now I am forewarned (and apparently I need to venture out of my cave more often.)