tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post5013856266124324190..comments2024-03-28T02:34:34.041-07:00Comments on Rachna's Scriptorium: The Lonely Life of an Indian WriterRachna Chhabriahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-63097034856217785632010-06-24T01:38:09.854-07:002010-06-24T01:38:09.854-07:00Hi Rachna. Came here from Lydia's blog. I live...Hi Rachna. Came here from Lydia's blog. I live in India too, but I am blessed in that when I started writing, I found a bunch of like minded souls with whom I started an online critique group. Without them, I would never have had the courage to keep writing.<br />Of course, none of that helps in navigating the publishing maze that is India! But since I currently feel that the best place for my manuscript is the re-cycle bin, I guess I am not too badly off.<br /><br />Would like to stay in touch with you.Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00481081735923606868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-57049229939057947042010-06-09T15:48:23.434-07:002010-06-09T15:48:23.434-07:00Hi! I tried to leave a comment earlier and it woul...Hi! I tried to leave a comment earlier and it wouldn't take so I'm going to try again. But the earlier one was better:) LOL thank you for visiting my blog. I have learned so much from online and wonder where I would be without my blogger writing friends! I'm so glad you are meeting the people you need to meet to share that information. If I can be of help, let me know:))Terri Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771622379178654235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-15449516184312614932010-06-07T06:30:18.234-07:002010-06-07T06:30:18.234-07:00Rachna, I am so PROUD of you that you are starting...Rachna, I am so PROUD of you that you are starting a local group. I know it will be a success. With you at the helm, it has to be. <br /><br />Thanks for mentioning me. I love you girl. And would be glad to look at your query or whatever you would like me to look at. And you know why? Because I really love you lots and KNOW in my heart of hearts that you love writing and are serious about this. You have supported me too. Thank you my sweet friend. =)Robyn Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17356555082768185840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-86927474131934706632010-06-05T10:33:57.979-07:002010-06-05T10:33:57.979-07:00Thanks Rachna...You have been a great friend too,a...Thanks Rachna...You have been a great friend too,always supportive and kind :)Our journey has been together right from childhood....and wish it will continue till we get old too :)<br />All the best and keep writing great stuff...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12766942872949939453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-15414729996864609212010-06-05T03:05:15.983-07:002010-06-05T03:05:15.983-07:00I'm really impressed with your taking initiati...I'm really impressed with your taking initiative to start a writer's group and meet! Even though I'm in America, I don't belong to local crit. group. I still get most of my support online. My local friends all support me tremendously, but it's really through the internet that I've gained my closest companions and encouragers on this journey! I'm so grateful for it! And I'm so glad I met you! :-)Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-40432761367429660862010-06-03T22:19:41.875-07:002010-06-03T22:19:41.875-07:00Anne..A few of us are interested in starting a Wri...Anne..A few of us are interested in starting a Writer's Club in Bangalore(India). It will be nice to help and support other writers.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-69604337142887105842010-06-03T22:17:31.388-07:002010-06-03T22:17:31.388-07:00Sheryl....the internet is really a blessing. We ar...Sheryl....the internet is really a blessing. We are connnecting with other writers all over the world. Without it we would never have met. <br />No..you have not sent me any questions yet.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-11240765707095273482010-06-03T21:01:15.179-07:002010-06-03T21:01:15.179-07:00Aww!~ You are So sweet! I think I sense a revoluti...Aww!~ You are So sweet! I think I sense a revolution coming on. Do you think maybe you could start up a writing chapter in your community? I think you could make huge strides for other writers right there in India. What a blessing you'll be!Tanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10518718614911804428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-42310018737549262632010-06-03T15:25:38.006-07:002010-06-03T15:25:38.006-07:00Lovely post, Rachna. Imagine how much more lonely ...Lovely post, Rachna. Imagine how much more lonely it would be without the internet - no wonder lonely writers starved in their garrets! LOL<br />I still want to have you as a guest blogger on my blog - did I send you some questions a little while ago? Can't remember now. :)Sheryl Gwytherhttp://sherylgwyther.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-71507296249701600442010-06-03T05:58:42.133-07:002010-06-03T05:58:42.133-07:00Thanks Lydia...I have met you all wonderful writer...Thanks Lydia...I have met you all wonderful writers when I started blogging a little more than two months back. The support I have gotten from them is overwhelming.<br /><br />I will definetely check out the people who comment on your blog. One word to describe your blog is cool.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-36941510298663974562010-06-03T05:44:44.399-07:002010-06-03T05:44:44.399-07:00You are so sweet! Writing can indeed be a lonely b...You are so sweet! Writing can indeed be a lonely business, and though I've had writer friends in my town that have been warm and welcoming, it is my blogging and online community where I have gotten a great deal of support I never thought I'd find. I really feel like I'm in this village of writers who all support each other, through good and bad times.<br />You are very welcome, and I look forward to you meeting even more like-minded writers!<br /><br />I would urge you to look at the people who comment on my blog. They are the ones I feel closest to, whom I visit and who visit me often. Take a look at their blogs, and if you like what you see, follow them and they'll follow you. It's a great way to build up your following and make some more new friends!Lydia Kanghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00484415427764822386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-43802833744291821702010-06-02T12:35:46.755-07:002010-06-02T12:35:46.755-07:00How generous of you to publically thanks us for do...How generous of you to publically thanks us for doing simply what friends do! I know I have benefited from all the tips writing friends have passed on to me, whether groups to join, conferences to attend, or simply newletters and articles passed on to me. In fact, thank YOU for putting me in touch with publishers in India!Elizabeth Varadan, Authorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01708206753256682635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-13319762277185883182010-06-01T05:54:34.589-07:002010-06-01T05:54:34.589-07:00What a lovely post! Rachna, you are truly a genero...What a lovely post! Rachna, you are truly a generous and gifted writer! Its not everyone who can publicly acknowledge and thank people.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-3498316421295933902010-06-01T05:10:39.297-07:002010-06-01T05:10:39.297-07:00Dear Rachna: I was immeasurably warmed my your rec...Dear Rachna: I was immeasurably warmed my your recent blog, where you have actually thanked each and every one of your mentors - which shows that you are not only a very grateful person, but that you are a person imbued with humanism and an appreciable attitude. I would like to appreciate your attitude as a fellow writer who responds and interacts with other writers and accepts praise in the right spirit without becoming conceited. If you do join a Critique group in Bangalore, I would love to join. Thanks. Wish you all the best. Keep writing, Heera Nawaz.Heera Nawaznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-27721363244352209952010-06-01T04:59:49.960-07:002010-06-01T04:59:49.960-07:00Hi Lia... thanks for your wonderful friendship. I ...Hi Lia... thanks for your wonderful friendship. I am learning loads from you and everyone. I will cherish all the writing advice you constantly give me.<br />We haven't decided about a name for the critique group as so far we are still discussing things. If you have any suggestions for names please let us know.Rachna Chhabriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16900999965919504282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6083612851716281896.post-19424538945080631772010-05-31T23:33:45.665-07:002010-05-31T23:33:45.665-07:00What a lovely post, Rachna! Thanks so much for bei...What a lovely post, Rachna! Thanks so much for being the warm, delightful person that you are.<br /><br />I think starting a critique group in Bangalore is a GREAT idea! What will you call yourselves, I wonder?Lia Keyeshttp://liakeyes.comnoreply@blogger.com