Share the Scare

Scary Story (To Taylor Marshall) This story was about a young man who has died, and is trying to accept death. I really liked Taylor's use of language for the young person who had died.
Hi, Taylor!
This is really creative. You really pulled me in with this story and your use of realistic language. I also liked the way you painted how death might be. It really seems like you took on a new twist to this story. I loved the ending line, "Maybe death's not so bad." I also loved the opening line, it really got me interested!
Have A Great Day!
Taylor Denton

2nd piece. (Archie Smith, Boy Wonder) This was about a young boy with magical properties to him. It was a fantasy. I loved the way the boy was realistic and the story was believable.
Hi Taylor,
I loved the details in this story. I loved how realistic this story was, especially in the way that it was fantasy. I really loved it. And I especially loved the ending line, "'Oh, dear. It seems he is the one. Hello, Archie. My name is Claude Frobisher and I’m 214 years old. We’re from a magic place, and we would like for you to help us save it.'”
You're Great!
Taylor Denton

3rd piece.
Hi, Taylor!
I really loved learning about you and your personality. I think Shailene Woodley would make a great actress for your story! I also loved the movies on your list. Forrest Gump is one of my favorites. And I really agree with your option that acting and dialogue are both needed to make a good movie. 
You're Magical, 
Taylor Denton

Scary Story (Laura Payne) This was about death and what the face of death really looks like. I loved the creative story-telling and the fascinating plot. 

Hi Laura, 
This was so good. The way you included your fantastic writing with a creative story-line were amazing. I loved the opening line. I loved how you talked about a feeling being able to follow you. And I loved the way the title, Crimson, tied together with the rest of the story. Great job!
Have A Good Day! 
Taylor Denton

2nd piece. (Boo) This was about Laura and her Halloween. I loved her writing style and her beginning poem. 

Hi Laura, 
I loved this post, I loved learning about you and your writing while reading it. And I love the idea of going as sushi. That's so sweet. Your poem was awesome and really creative. And I really relate to going to the "rich neighborhoods" to get the best candy. 
Happy Halloween!
Taylor Denton

3rd piece. (Rightness to our Wrongness) In this post, Laura answered questions related to Dan in Real Life. I loved the advice she gave about how to raise teenagers. 

Hi, Laura!
I really found all of your responses to the questions very interesting. I really thought the idea of young people who "romanticize love" was really interesting and I have to agree with it! I liked the advice you'd give parents about teenagers. I thought it was very truthful. And my perfect day would also be in the fall! 
You're Great! 
Taylor Denton

Scary Story ( Emma Hayford) This was about a young person who has a frightening experience while going home to see their family. I loved this story beginning and the chilling ending! 

Hi Emma, 
I love your writing style. I love the way you craft a story and this is another masterpiece! I enjoyed how you pulled me in with the interesting story. I loved the way you painted a picture with the story, especially at the beginning. It really set the scene. And I loved that ending! The last line, "for those of you who say the dead can't feel...they can" is phenomenal!
You're Beautiful!
Taylor Denton

2nd piece. (Stalking the Pump) This story was about a cat who is stalking a gasoline pump when it comes across a stranger. I love the personality of the cat along with the man. 

Hi, Emma! 
I loved how you gave the cat a real personality. I also loved the way you made the cat realistic. I was impressed with the way you were able to give the man a personality with just a few words in the story. And I love how well you were able to paint this picture. It went along perfectly with the image. 
Have A Great Day!
Taylor Denton 

3rd piece. (Brizo and The Duel) These were two short poems. One about the dog and one about two horses fighting. I thought her sharp, fast-paced writing was really interesting. 

Hi, Emma!
I loved the way you were able to sum up so much with just a few lines of words for each picture. The Duel really fascinated me because I've never thought about horses fighting. It's awful, but I suppose it does occur. The ending line, "Another battle won for the king." is chilling. 
You're Magical!