Help Please! I'm New, I'm Lost

[Marta]

Heya!

I joined and have no clue how to navigate this mouse maze. I'd eventually like to meet a few authors and swap critiques but I'd really like to figure out how this site works. The forums seem straightforward in terms of discussions. But where in stars above do newbies like me start? Thanks.

 

[AgentPete]

Hello Marta!

First, go to Cafe Life (you're here already, congrats!)

Café Life

Create a new thread, select the prefix “Welcome – I’m new here” and introduce yourself! You’ll find folk will reply very nicely.

Some useful links:

How to use the Colony:

Forum List

About the Lab:

Forum List

About Huddles:

Forum List

You may find it helpful to switch views to “Forum List”, then you’ll get more of an overview. Click the button that looks like this:

 

[JoanUP]

Heya!

I joined and have no clue how to navigate this mouse maze. I'd eventually like to meet a few authors and swap critiques but I'd really like to figure out how this site works. The forums seem straightforward in terms of discussions. But where in stars above do newbies like me start? Thanks.

Hi Marta!
Looking forward to learning more about your writing. What's your genre?

 

[Pamela Jo]

Checking "what's new" first always helps narrow down the day's contributions.

The "lab" is where you look to see if anyone needs anything critiqued. You'll need to contribute a few of your own before you can ask. RK is currently asking about titles for her YA there.

If you dont understand any lingo you can post for a translation. And if you have a special interest don't forget the search option.

 

[MattScho]

Welcome!
I was born in Eau Claire! Left in 1966, though and now in Berlin.
It's a great community. Enjoy.
With the Lab, you will want to dive in and offer critiques. After you've offered five you are able to post your own work.

 

[Highwayman]

Heya!

I joined and have no clue how to navigate this mouse maze. I'd eventually like to meet a few authors and swap critiques but I'd really like to figure out how this site works. The forums seem straightforward in terms of discussions. But where in stars above do newbies like me start? Thanks.

Hi Marta, I am also somewhat new. I enjoy the 'Lab' forum, where you can post your material for critique and likewise critique others.

Mark

 

[Sedayne]

Hello again @Marta

You seem to have two threads going on. That's okay - it happens.
There's some cool replies on both so make sure you check the other one too.
Hope it's starting to make a bit more sense.

Rachel