Dana wrote:
- In my case, I'm a serious fanfic writer so I need to understand
what readers are interested in.
That's an unusual approach. Most fan writers write what they like to read as opposed to what other readers like.
- Who knows? Maybe if I had a better analysis, I'd like
the form better.
I've honestly never seen any fan converted to h/c through discussions of the genre. I'm not saying it couldn't happen. As I said in a post a couple of days ago, if I were interested in converting fans to h/c I'd recommend they read the genre. But I think you've already done that and came up empty. And I believe we've discussed h/c on FC while you were a member. I can't think of anything to add to what has been discussed there. If I come up with anything, I'll post it to FC.
I could be wrong, but I think appreciation of h/c almost has to be an instinctual reaction. Though if there is anyone who took to h/c via a more scholarly approach, that might be the best person to advise you.
Carol Mc