r/WritingPrompts • u/Nate_Parker /r/Nate_Parker_Books • Jul 11 '16
Off Topic [OT] Spotlight: riqing
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riqing is this week's spotlight (spotlit?) writer. You can ask them a question. Just put "Hey, /u/riqing" in your comment to get their attention. As always, be polite.
A lot of people wonder how I choose the spotlight. Well, quite often I just grab a prompt on the front page some time between Friday and Sunday and look for a good story that is by a writer we haven't put in the limelight before. If I find one I like, I search that writer's history for past contributions to the sub and see if they fit the critera of effort (multiple decent entries - at least 6 or more - over the past few months.) It can be quite random who is selected, though they are none the less deserving.
You, the reader, can help us in this process, by removing me (almost) from the equation by sending us a modmail on who you'd like to see in the spotlight. I (or another mod covering for me) gets to make the final call, but I have yet to turn down a suggestion, unless they are HoF destined. Keep in mind that we use the spotlight not for the Reddit-famous (like our HoF inductees) and use it for the more..."working up to it" type. - Nate
Past Spotlight Writers
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u/hpcisco7965 Jul 11 '16
Congratulations u/riqing! I am super impressed with your stories, especially considering that English is apparently not your first language. Some of your word choices are surprising in a good way. I hope you keep writing here!
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u/riqing Jul 11 '16
Thanks mate! My roots are Chinese, but I am born in the Netherlands. The motivation really helps me perfecting my newfound hobby. :]
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Jul 11 '16
Congrats u/riqing. Your name isn't Chinese, is it? 日清????
What motivates you to write? Is it a hobby, or something more serious?
What's your least favorite vegetable?
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u/riqing Jul 11 '16
Actually my name is... My grandfather from father's side named me that, it means something like picknick table.
Just kidding, it actually means happy everyday or everyday a party.
Well I write for the shits and giggles and never expected to get into the spotlight. Just a hobby I picked on recently and this motivates me. I do like writing though, but I really like to read responses myself and thought, why not write some myself.
I equally hate all veggies, whenever I make a salad I end up with a medium rare steak. If I have to choose I'd say broccoli because my Budgerigars love them and I end up with a whole bunch of it.
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u/cmp150 Jul 11 '16
I equally hate all veggies, whenever I make a salad I end up with a medium rare steak.
Hmm... this happens to me a lot.
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Jul 11 '16
You don't feel like a god eating all the little trees of some planet when you eat broccoli?
I am 高素妃. Not even joking. You know. Tall, vegetarian imperial concubine.
Hell of a name, that.
加油！多吃肉，少吃菜
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u/nickofnight Jul 11 '16
Congratulations u/riqing ! I very much enjoyed "I feel numb", and I am about to go through the other responses listed above. What's your favourite response that you've written?
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u/riqing Jul 11 '16
I'd say the one with the cliff. I was quite intoxicated with Japanese beer. I was trying all types of brands and types and after about 3-4 beers it all tasted the same and I browsed Reddit and stumbled upon that prompt and thought why the hell not try writing with a bit liquor in your system. It was really fun to write. Also thank you very very much, it really helps motivating me!
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u/hpcisco7965 Jul 11 '16
I was quite intoxicated with Japanese beer. I was trying all types of brands and types and after about 3-4 beers it all tasted the same and I browsed Reddit and stumbled upon that prompt and thought why the hell not try writing with a bit liquor in your system.
Hahaha I like this guy.
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u/nickofnight Jul 11 '16
Haha, as a southpark fan I loved that :) I'm going to try writing drunk on Japanese beer!
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u/cmp150 Jul 11 '16 edited Jul 11 '16
Hey u/riqing, congratulations!
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u/riqing Jul 11 '16
Oh my Ryuichi Sakamoto, Japanese composer really have a magical twinkle in their music. Also I am just a amateur and I am honoured to be acknowledged, but my honest opinion is that there really are more deserving writers out there.
As a sign of gratitude I will try my hardest and practice in the art of writing.
I am Chinese, my username is actually my Chinese name and this song made me in the mood to write a story with some myth of my culture. I will write it in China because of the visual stimulation I might get there. I will be going there tomorrow.
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u/cmp150 Jul 11 '16
Oh right, I forgot to mention, I love Mr. Sakamoto's work. His entire discography is fantastic. He even composed for The Revenant, the Leonardo DiCaprio flick--such a great movie. I often listen to this one hour composition for writing, or just chilling. It's very different from Forbidden Colours, but I still find it great nonetheless.
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u/cmp150 Jul 11 '16 edited Jul 11 '16
Please don't feel too down. If you ask one of the most popular writers, I'm sure some of them may say they are still amateurs as well. I believe it's all about perspective.
You're very humble to acknowledge your weaknesses, but someone once told me not to dwell on them for too long.
I am very sorry, I didn't mean to go off on a condescending tangent, but I feel you need to give yourself more credit. I'm sorry again, my words are only meant to inspire.
I'm glad you enjoyed the song. If you do get inspired enough when you get to China, I made a prompt; [TT][MP] Galaxia Draco, it came from the heavens. I posted it half a day ago. I'd love to hear your story! I love Mythology from all over the world.
Have fun on your trip and a very safe one!
Edit: Will you be staying there for vacation or are you moving?
The reason I ask is because I'm from the Philippines, born in Canada, and my family hasn't been back to their home country for a long time. I'd love to visit and here all the stories from my elders there. It's inspiring to hear that you're doing that yourself.
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u/[deleted] Jul 11 '16
Congrats u/riqing!