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Another Sky Press Forums: Forum: Another Sky Press - Recent Posts http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Another Sky Press Forums: Forum: Another Sky Press - Recent Posts en Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:28:39 +0000 lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-482 Tue, 13 May 2008 16:53:54 +0000 lbi 482@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Bigger's ok but remember it sets the minimum vertical space for each comment. Short comments can end up taking a lot of space (look at camden's entry above this one). So not too big. Can the 'user name' and 'user type' be moved to the right of the avatar? This helps the vertical problem but might create a problem for the horizontal direction (taking room from text). camden on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-481 Tue, 13 May 2008 02:06:25 +0000 camden 481@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ I vote for bigger Another Sky Press on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-480 Sat, 10 May 2008 00:47:20 +0000 Another Sky Press 480@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ It's smaller than the others because it's not square - and there is a max height/width. We can make the images bigger if everyone thinks it's a good idea. camden on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-479 Mon, 05 May 2008 18:51:27 +0000 camden 479@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ how come my avatar is so small--is gravatar bigger Another Sky Press on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-478 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:10:03 +0000 Another Sky Press 478@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ The precedence for gravatars is now: 1. Uploaded avatar. 2. Gravatar 3. Identicon lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-477 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:43:14 +0000 lbi 477@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ I think it's a good idea. When there's a long thread it would make it easier to follow the back and forth. And members can always add their own avatar. The only issue is does a Gravatar override an Identicon? On the profile page it looks like adding an avatar will but it's unclear for a Gravatar. Another Sky Press on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-476 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:17:22 +0000 Another Sky Press 476@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Should be fixed now! I think we can make it so everyone defaults to an Identicon if they don't have a Gravatar or upload an avatar. Good idea? Bad idea? lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-475 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:07:19 +0000 lbi 475@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ OK, now the 'identicon' image shows up on the forum. If you guys didn't tweak anything then it takes a day to update. lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-474 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:10:07 +0000 lbi 474@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Hmmmmmmm. The 'identicon' image didn't show up on the forum although it is there in my profile. Maybe some time delay? lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-473 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:06:20 +0000 lbi 473@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ I decided to try the 'identicon' function while I thought about what I wanted to use for my avatar. The 'identicon' image created isn't bad and I just might stay with it. I'm wondering if it will show up for old posts. Here goes............ Another Sky Press on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-472 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 20:22:33 +0000 Another Sky Press 472@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ If you go to your profile page you should now see a tab for Avatar. This will allow you to upload an avatar which will be shown next to your forum posts (and soon, blog comments once the site is upgraded). The avatar you upload will permanently override any Gravatar you might have. There is also an option called 'Identicon' which essentially auto-creates a unique fractal type image based on your ip and name. mike on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-471 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:03:28 +0000 mike 471@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Just logging into to test my new gravatar!!! kristopher on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-470 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 03:58:28 +0000 kristopher 470@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Not yet. Soon (I think). lbi on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-469 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:06:45 +0000 lbi 469@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Is there a way to add an avatar without using Gravatar? kristopher on "Gravatars!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/gravatars#post-468 Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:17:31 +0000 kristopher 468@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ This new forum (and, eventually, the new site) are Gravatar enabled! What does this mean? Go to <a href="http://www.gravatar.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.gravatar.com</a> and set up an avatar to go along with your posts/replies/etc. They will automatically appear here and anywhere else that is Gravatar enabled (it's popular and will hopefully become even more so). Another Sky Press on "Important - Forum software change. Password help." http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/important-forum-software-change-password-help#post-467 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:56:22 +0000 Another Sky Press 467@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Hey all, We just converted our forums to new software. The only known issue is that you'll need to get your password reset to use these new forums. Once you are properly logged in, you should be able to go to your profile page and change your password to whatever you want. We're in the midst of upgrading our entire site, and this is just one step along the way. This new forum software will (eventually) be better integrated with the rest of our site instead of being buried deep where no one ever finds it. The other long term benefit of the software switch is that the user accounts will be the same as for the rest of our site - which will soon have a lot more focus on events, authors, and artists. For example, everyone associated with ASP will be able to post blogs. We also have a few other tricks up our sleeves in the longer term. Your forum account will be the same as on the site once the site itself makes the upgrade switch. You'll know when - the main site will look quite different. All the best, Another Sky Press Another Sky Press on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-464 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 02:11:42 +0000 Another Sky Press 464@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ We implemented the new submission form on the current site. It should simplify the process greatly. Another Sky Press on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-457 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:22:04 +0000 Another Sky Press 457@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Hey, just to update everyone... we've fallen slightly behind on submissions again (we get ALOT), but we're also in the midst of designing a new website that has a far better submission system. It's already tested and works great, but we're still getting the rest of the site beautified and all that good stuff. Andrez on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-449 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 01:11:35 +0000 Andrez 449@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Judging by the responses you've given me to date, I believe I can well and truly congratulate the team on this forte! Once more? Thank YOU. ;) CGrrr on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-448 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 22:00:10 +0000 CGrrr 448@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ The phrase following "Please Note:" seems candid, and humane... You can only do what you can do, and most folks realize that. I guess there's a variety of possible reasons for not sending a "Yup - submission received - please be patient" autoresponse e-mail. - - - You're not after first rights, I take it? An author not hearing from you for months could have sold the submission somewhere in the meantime, which could un-finalize your anthology contents after the announcement. Another Sky Press on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-447 Sat, 22 Sep 2007 22:59:52 +0000 Another Sky Press 447@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ How does the new text sound to you? Another Sky Press on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-446 Sat, 22 Sep 2007 22:53:49 +0000 Another Sky Press 446@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Strangely, we only changed that text about 3 hours ago - before that, it read along the lines of 'We'll respond to everybody within a day or two'. The problem was that this can be, and was, overwhelming. The secondary issue is that we don't always know how long it will take. For example, if the submission is for an upcoming anthology we wait until we finalize the entire set of stories that will be in the anthology until we make any official announcements. If the submission is for a novel there's generally quite a few other submissions before it in line as well. It's usually difficult to give an accurate time assessment. We thank you for your input - we will switch it back to how it was. CGrrr on "What does "respond" mean to you ?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/what-does-respond-mean-to-you#post-445 Sat, 22 Sep 2007 22:04:54 +0000 CGrrr 445@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Hey - I bought "Click" and "Falling"... I've written hundreds of stories and a novel... but I gotta tell you, the submission page needs (at least) some clarification. You could indicate what happens immediately after someone uses that web form. If not, the hopeful author is left in the completely in the dark... particularly if you don't "like" what they've submitted. S/he should be informed ahead of time about what signals a successful use of the form. It is to be hoped that there is also an autoresponse sent by e-mail when the submission is first accessed by a human, since no database is infallible either. This would be overkill, except that you've deliberately created ambiguity - "Sorry we cant respond to everybody...". You know what events will follow, and under what conditions. Of course, we cannot be certain. When people take the risk of giving you a peek at their work, choosing not to send at least an automated response would be a significant red flag, for me. And if prospective authors can expect any deferred confirmation, I hope you'll consider elaborating about that a bit more on the submission page. Electrons are cheap, and people deserve to know more about your process if you're not going to commit to at least sending a customary rejection e-letter. It seems as though it would reduce the number of duplicate or test submissions too. Hope this doesn't come off as snarky. I want you guys to thrive. - c. Craig on "Falling From the Sky!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/falling-from-the-sky#post-333 Fri, 05 Jan 2007 22:42:42 +0000 Craig 333@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Just in case the curious writer comes across this, submissions to Falling From the Sky are closed. Editing is in progess. BUT, we have upcoming projects, so check back. In the meantime, check out the site and give us your input. Kirsty on "Click in the wild via bookcrossing.com" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/click-in-the-wild-via-bookcrossing#post-148 Mon, 25 Sep 2006 11:39:42 +0000 Kirsty 148@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ I'm in Cambridge, England and bookcrossing is big over here too. There's an Official BookCrossing Zone just round the corner from my work and I've already crossed a few books there (my own, admittedly, but regular books too). I can put a copy of 'Click' in Cambridge if you like... kristopher on "Why free?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/why-free#post-115 Tue, 08 Aug 2006 11:49:41 +0000 kristopher 115@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ santihero wrote:<blockquote> i must admit i'm concerned with the amount of "free access" the internet provides artists. </blockquote> I can understand this fear... but I think it's all going to work out. Case in point: Terra Naomi (<a href="http://www.terranaomi.com">http://www.terranaomi.com</a>). She's got TONS of her music online for free. So much... that's she been ranked the #1 band on myspace. Furthermore, she's got -videos- of most of her songs (just her singing, playing guitar, no fancy effects) on YouTube... all for free. Just sitting there for anyone to watch, free. She sells cds on her website for $10. The reason I know about her, the reason I'm spreading the word right now, is because she put her talent out there for free. And she's good. She used technology and let her talent shine. Now, I don't know her - she might get some big record deal and go on MTV and fly to the moon... but if she wanted to, she's got the fanbase now for a DIY career like Ian MacKaye or Ani DiFranco. That's the important part here - that I know her name because she let me listen (and watch) for free... and grass roots did the rest. santihero wrote:<blockquote> staring at the computer screen, reading a story online, sucks, and can't be compared to holding a physical book in your hands and carrying it around with you. </blockquote> Now THAT, I totally agree with. It is my absolute hope that most people who dig <a href="http://www.anothersky.org/in-print/click-kristopher-young/">Click</a>, buy a copy. It IS better to hold it in your hands. A lot of love and elbow grease went into making that book everything it could be, from storyline to layout to cover - a kind of love that the screen will never convey. But I can't get <a href="http://www.anothersky.org/in-print/click-kristopher-young/">Click</a> on special racks at the front of bookstores like a major publisher can. I can't get ads run in major magazines. I can't 'buy' reviews (nor would I want to). But I can say: I believe in this book. I think it's worth your time. I stand behind it, 100%. And to prove it, I'll even let you read it first. santihero wrote:<blockquote> i'm worried that providing people with free access to literature using the internet may affect books like it has with music. and no, i don't think music downloading is "killing the music industry," or whatever else they claim, but it does affect it, nonetheless. i wouldn't want the same thing to happen to books. </blockquote> I think it has affected music in a positive manner, so I hope so. In fact, I think the internet will Save literature - it's not like the industry was doing a good job - they stopped taking chances years ago and only take on projects they know will make them $$$. But everyone has a shot now. Technology erases barriers of entry; music is a perfect example: compare the cost of making vinyl records to mp3s. I can only wish the evolutionary path was that far along with print/literature... but we're always going to be playing catchup because that's the nature of reading as compared to listening. santihero wrote:<blockquote> people shouldn't be so afraid of asking for money in exchange for art. art is the best thing we spend money on. </blockquote> I completely agree. Free is an unfortunate word. Because while I do think art should be available for 'free'... I also think people need to realize they have to support what they love. Like <a href="http://www.anothersky.org/in-print/click-kristopher-young/">Click</a>? Buy it. Dig an artist like Terra Naomi? Support her. Spread the word. If there is a better word than 'free' to get across this concept, let me know. I'd be all over it. But until then - it IS free... and I trust people will figure out the rest. santihero on "Why free?" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/why-free#post-114 Mon, 07 Aug 2006 19:51:58 +0000 santihero 114@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ i must admit i'm concerned with the amount of "free access" the internet provides artists. staring at the computer screen, reading a story online, sucks, and can't be compared to holding a physical book in your hands and carrying it around with you. i'm worried that providing people with free access to literature using the internet may affect books like it has with music. and no, i don't think music downloading is "killing the music industry," or whatever else they claim, but it does affect it, nonetheless. i wouldn't want the same thing to happen to books. people shouldn't be so afraid of asking for money in exchange for art. art is the best thing we spend money on. mwsmedia on "Help spread the word!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/help-spread-the-word#post-87 Thu, 29 Jun 2006 12:05:41 +0000 mwsmedia 87@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ <blockquote>would you be interested in a book trade?</blockquote> Sure! I'll follow-up when I reply to your e-mail. <blockquote> ASP is actually starting up a 'spotlight' feature on various other indy/DIY/experimental publishing ventures - it looks like you fit the bill, so let us know if you'd be interested in that.</blockquote> You betcha! I'd love that... and thanks! <blockquote>Podiobooks - (I assume they don't request exclusive rights?)... and if someone is interested they can listen to it for free on this site.</blockquote> Yeah, Podiobooks.com is non-exclusive. In fact, they don't request *any* rights. When I first released the Brave Men Run podcast, they were one of three RSS feeds I had distributing the 'cast. And just to be clear: it *is* free to listen to books on Podiobooks.com. Donations are voluntary, and split fifty/fifty between Podiobooks.com and the author. While they do run a short ad, that's to supplement the growth of the site, and (one day, perhaps) pay authors. <blockquote>PRWeb - Have you found success with this? The site straight-up scares me.</blockquote> I've used their free service, and paid at the... I think $40.00? level to get some statistics. For the release I had statistics available to view, my release was definately viewed by a few hundred outlets. I was never contacted by anyone for follow-up, and I don't know if anyone printed the release as-is. However, free is free -- doesn't take much effort to throw something out there. I try to take advantage of every resource that fits my zero-budget business model. ;-) Keep up the good work... I've been spreading the word about Another Sky any time the discrussion turns to alternative publishing, DIY, or the Internet meritocratic economy... (Okay, that last one doesn't happen that often, but I'm trying!) kristopher on "Help spread the word!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/help-spread-the-word#post-86 Wed, 28 Jun 2006 14:01:17 +0000 kristopher 86@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ mwsmedia wrote:<blockquote> My name's Matthew Wayne Selznick -- I found out about Another Sky through the Slashdot post (and was happy I was still actually able to get through to the site after that!) </blockquote> Hello, Matthew! Long post to reply to - but I'll try to hit every point. This post might be a bit spastic as a result. First off, I checked out your site - would you be interested in a book trade? I love how people describe your book as a graphic novel in text form... it definitely sounds interesting. I also read the first chapter - and would be into reading more of it. ASP is actually starting up a 'spotlight' feature on various other indy/DIY/experimental publishing ventures - it looks like you fit the bill, so let us know if you'd be interested in that. As for the podcasts - let's talk off-forum about those. Podiobooks - I'm actually working on turning Click into an audio book (of sorts). I'm suprised at the number of requests I've had for one -- it's not something I had really considered before. If it is ever completed, it would likely be released direct through ASP (no ads, etc, etc) but I suppose it couldn't hurt to release it through podiobooks as well (I assume they don't request exclusive rights?)... and if someone is interested they can listen to it for free on this site. They have also been added to the 'spotlight' list, and somebody here will (eventually) get in contact with them. In fact, if you're interested in doing a write-up on them that could be posted in ASP's (soon-to-exist) spotlight section, feel free to submit something for consideration. PRWeb - Have you found success with this? The site straight-up scares me. and thank you for your kind words! kristopher on "Help spread the word!" http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/topic/help-spread-the-word#post-85 Wed, 28 Jun 2006 13:36:43 +0000 kristopher 85@http://www.anothersky.org/asp/forums/ Wow. Thank you! You made my day with "The nearest I could describe it with my limited reading range is like a young, punk Haruki Murakami just beginning to explore his powers." As a side note - the book online isn't scanned - it's press quality PDF exported to image files. There is a good chance a pure PDF will be up soon, but there are some issues with that being worked out.