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A discussion on the new name for the WR. - Discussion is wrapping up! Get your nominations in NOW!

Discussion in 'Fan Fiction and Writing Resource' started by Kit', May 19, 2004.

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  1. Kit'

    Kit' Manager Emeritus star 5 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    Okay - because of the poll thread I thought we should have a quick discussion on the name people would like to see for the WR.

    So far we have:

    Fan Fiction Community

    Writers' and Readers' Resource

    Stylus and Flimsy - Fan Fiction Community

    Fan Fiction Resource (put foward by spirit girl).

    Any more suggestions?

    Kithera


    Edit: You really need to come up with names in say the next two days or so.
     
  2. Daughter_of_Yubyub

    Daughter_of_Yubyub Jedi Grand Master star 6

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    I rather like Fanfic General.
     
  3. OSU22

    OSU22 Jedi Youngling

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    Yeah, i"d have to say FanFic Resource as well.
     
  4. Knight_Dilettante

    Knight_Dilettante Jedi Padawan star 4

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    Put Readers first not Writers if you want to make them feel included.

    So I like, in order I think:

    Readers' & Writers' Resource

    Fan Fiction Resource

    Readers' & Writer's Community Resource

    Fan Fiction Community Resource

    The last two get both Community and Resource in there and may make it seem more friendly. Or maybe not.

    KD
     
  5. Kit'

    Kit' Manager Emeritus star 5 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    Remember to say these things outloud. A name that is a mouthful is not really what we should be looking for. Simple titles are the easiest.

    Kithera
     
  6. _-Darth_Greek-_

    _-Darth_Greek-_ Jedi Youngling star 2

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    does this mean the banner has to be changed
     
  7. Sara_Kenobi

    Sara_Kenobi Jedi Grand Master star 7

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    Some ideas


    Readers' and Writer's Forum
    Readers' and Writer's Nook
    Readers' and Writer's Resource Center
    Readers' and Writer's Resource Library

    Fan Fiction - The Jedi Archives
    Fan Fiction - Community Resource
    Fan Fiction - Learning Center
    Fan Fiction - The Library Archives



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    Whatever is decided, I think going with something that doesn't scream 'just for the writers' will make the forum appear more welcoming. Especially to readers that are thinking of writing their own stories for the first time.






     
  8. spiritgurl

    spiritgurl Jedi Padawan star 4

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    That's exactly why I don't like Readers' & Writers' Resource, Kit. Bit of a mouthful. :p

    FAN FICTION RESOURCE all the way! :D

    sg
     
  9. Mistress_Renata

    Mistress_Renata Manager Emeritus star 5 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I'm not crazy about any of them. Too... sterile. I agree we need "Writers and Readers" or "Readers and Writers" though.

    We need a name first, Greek! :)
     
  10. JadeDjo

    JadeDjo Jedi Master star 2

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    Feb 14, 2004
    I agree with having 'Readers and Writers' in the title. It makes it clear that both are welcome.
    My 2 cents.
     
  11. DarthBreezy

    DarthBreezy Chosen One star 6

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    Fan Fiction Community

    If we are staying with one forum, I think this one sounds the most inviting.

    Edit

    Fan Fiction Resource or Fan Fiction Resource and Community works too.

    I stress the idea that it must sound Inviting to readers, indeed perhaps start some threads that emphisise the reading side of the board if that is the direction in which we are going. Otherwise, it'll be the same old same old people posting in the forum and no 'new blood'.
     
  12. dianethx

    dianethx Jedi Grand Master star 6

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    oh, I like the Fan Fiction - Learning center one.
     
  13. EmilieDarklighter

    EmilieDarklighter Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    I have a question--and this is a valid question, I'm not being sarcastic. Why are we renaming the WR, when there are other concerns being voiced? :confused: I really am confused about this.
     
  14. Vampi_Digitalwytch

    Vampi_Digitalwytch Jedi Youngling star 3

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    Emilie, I think they're going with seeing how a name change goes first rather than go through the more intensive coding that would be needed to create a new board for the Fanfic section to see how that goes, then work on the other concerns that were also addressed.

    And as for title, I'm still thinking on that one with the new titles offered.
     
  15. jacemathem

    jacemathem Jedi Master star 5

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    does this mean the banner has to be changed

    If it does... [face_mischief]

    *finger over instant-Photoshop button* :cool:
     
  16. dianethx

    dianethx Jedi Grand Master star 6

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    Just brainstorming here. Some are silly - enjoy

    Readers/Writers - Fellowship of the Story

    Readers/Writers - The New Hope of Fan Fiction

    Treasure-Hunters - Readers/Writers of Fan Fiction

    Readers/Writers - The Village Within

    Keepers of the Fan Fic Flame

    The Readers/Writers' Connection

    Readers/Writers' Nexus
     
  17. Happy_Hobbit_Padawan

    Happy_Hobbit_Padawan Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    I like the idea of a simpler title, imho using both readers and writers along with another title might be cumbersome. I also think "Community" might be misleading - posters might think it's simply an off-topic kind of place.

    Fan Fiction Resource(s) - (without the 'Writers'" it might be more appealing to readers)

    Fan Fiction Discussion

    Fan Fiction Discussion & Resource

    edit: although I like diane's idea above - maybe simplify to Fan Fiction Connection?
     
  18. Sara_Kenobi

    Sara_Kenobi Jedi Grand Master star 7

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    More ideas. This is fun. 8-}

    Readers' and Writer's Lounge
    Readers' and Writer's Cafe
    The Readers' and Writer's Cantina
    Readers' Fiction Resource
    Dex's Writer's Diner
    Expanded Resource Center

    More ideas...

    The Writer's Digest
    Expanded Learning Center
    Fan Fiction: General Resource
    Fan Fiction: The Help Desk

     
  19. NarundiJedi

    NarundiJedi Jedi Master star 6

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    The Fan Fiction Bungalow. :p

    No?

    How about The Fan Fiction Hizzouse?

    Still no? :eek:

    The Fanfiction Outback Steakhouse . . . Mmmmmmm, steak. [face_love]

    Jae Angel

    ED: You, of course, realize that I'm joking. I honestly feel you should stick a "readers'" up in the title and be done with it. The more words and jargon you add to the title, the more obtuse and sterile it becomes and the more it repells users. Please think of this before coming up with more names. kthxbye. :p
     
  20. Sara_Kenobi

    Sara_Kenobi Jedi Grand Master star 7

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    Anything simple, creative, and original. But nothing that leaves readers' or writer's looking better or more important than the other.
     
  21. Xaara

    Xaara Jedi Master star 3

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    Sorry if this is redundant, but why exactly are we looking for a new title for the WR? I didn't really participate in the board improvements discussion - was it mentioned there?

    As for the suggestions, I think I like the simpler ones more (Readers' & Writers' Resource and Fan Fiction Resource are my top two at the moment).
     
  22. Layren

    Layren Jedi Master star 5

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    I liked the Readers/Writer's Connection. Here's my own suggestion

    Fanfiction Community Resource
     
  23. Pallas-Athena

    Pallas-Athena TFN Fan Fiction Archive Editor star 4 VIP

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    I'm gonna go with some others and say either Readers' & Writers' Resource or Fan Fiction Resource.

    But as some of these suggestions suggest ( :p ) will this now be a community forum? :confused:

    Also, the JC as a whole lacks creative forum names. The names tend to be more helpful than cute, I think we should stick with something simple.

    Not that creativity isn't awesome :cool:
     
  24. Sara_Kenobi

    Sara_Kenobi Jedi Grand Master star 7

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    I think putting Community anywhere in the new title could be a mistake. People will assume it's the talked-about Community forum and no longer the WR.

     
  25. padawan lunetta

    padawan lunetta Jedi Grand Master star 6

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    padawan lunetta has a nice ring to it. ;)

    Personally...I'm attached to just plain Writer's Resource. *shrugs*
     
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