Significant News

[XCashier]

Reminds me of when I was looking at reviews for a young adult novel I have and like, and at least one review accused the book of "ripping off Harry Potter." The book in question? Published in the early 1980's.

Two writers may have similar ideas, but that does not mean that one ripped off the other. There are so many books and so little time, it would be impossible to read everything ever published and make sure you're not copying someone else. It's certainly not possible to travel in time and copy something that will be published long after your book is!

Back on topic, would hosting small advertising banners be helpful, or would that be more trouble than it's worth? Just an idea.

[Canarr]

Sorry to hear that; I've been mostly lurking here, but this site has provided me with years of entertainment.

Thanks, Raps, for your work here over the years.

[ParkingWitch]

Crossing fingers and toes and whatever else I can.

[Rapscallion]

Just so everyone knows, I'm currently in discussion with someone who is interested in taking the place on as it is (no trimming) and capable of doing so. As long as this comes off, and I'm not interested in making promises here, things wouldn't change once the transfer takes place.

I have had several expressions of interest, and given the time scale so far that's quite pleasing, but this is currently my preferred option.

Holding your breath is not advised, but things are looking optimistic.

Rapscallion

[HawaiianShirts]

...whether with a trim of the posts for the sake of the DB...

Question: Is it possible to download a static copy of the entire forum? Or the database that contains all the posts? I'm fairly sure I don't have time to manually copy all of my posts and my favorite stories before the six-week deadline hits, but I have a passing familiarity with SQL, so if given access, I could probably extract what I would like to keep...

[Kogarashi]

I'd probably be willing to do a Patreon-style donation too, if it helps things.

I comment on Retail too, but under the name Luna. Used to use my real first name, then someone else with the same name who joined later called me a "name thief".

Isn't that always the way? Reminds me of when I was looking at reviews for a young adult novel I have and like, and at least one review accused the book of "ripping off Harry Potter." The book in question? Published in the early 1980's.

[Camry178]

I'm definitely willing to donate...With as many members that we have here, hopefully most of us would be willing to donate what they can monthly to help keep this place going. =)

[Sunshine]

This makes me sad...I found this site when I was working at a c-store and reading the posts made me feel not so alone...hope someone(s) can take over...

[Dragon_Dreamer]

I could afford the site, even on the $150/mo quoted, and I have a technical background, but not specifically in php. I could certainly keep the lights on.

I don't know if I'm the person to revitalize the site, as Raps desires. I'm not very outgoing, and not much of a marketer (web or otherwise).

THAT, I can help you with, at least with the marketing. And I'm certain we have a php expert or several on hand, or those of us willing to learn.

[wildman]

Sorry to hear about this! I have been a member for about 8 years. I rarely post anything, but love reading the stories. It's a good reminder of when I used to work retail. One of the things that got me hooked on this site was reading "The Numbnut Chronicles" and some of Rapscillions posts that are now in the War Stories section.
Hope all goes well and it doesn't go away. :-(

[EricKei]

Closed, yes, Private, no.

Anyone can see that it's there, but only members of the group can see the actual posts.

There's been a vote & discussion going on within the CS group to that effect, actually.

[AdvancedFlea]

I sometimes comment, using one of my various aliases to avoid detection... *shifty look*

The other thing you can do is not link your work to your facebook. Don't mix work and pleasure

[prjkt]

The Facebook group is a private one is it not?

[Lace Neil Singer]

I sometimes comment, using one of my various aliases to avoid detection... *shifty look*

[Crossbow]

With regards to the people who think it is too risky to join the FB group: Would it not be possible to create an independent FB profile to use specifically for that group to help protect your anonymity?

Not as long as FB is demanding that you use your real name.