User talk:Stratford490

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Denys Watkins-Pitchford

I have put the image of the Little Grey Men cover back in the article; I supplied the image, so I'm sure it is not part of the possible copyright vio. If you want to replace it with something better, that would be fine, but for the moment it is the only image we have for the article. Brianyoumans (talk) 21:22, 8 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for your message. I found when reading the section which that image was in that it had been taken word for word from some website, as I mentioned on the discussion page. So I wrote a (probably less good) substitute, and just removed the whole content of that section, replacing it with the version I had written. It wasn't my intention either to remove or to retain the image, and I'm not even sure that I realized I had removed it. I've no problem with your replacing it, anyway. Stratford490 (talk) 17:34, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Novels WikiProject

I am a new member of the Novels WikiProject! I have joined because I have a keen interest in novels, novellas, novelettes and short stories, articles about the works themselves and the forms and genres. I am new, so please try and help me as much as you can.

Stratford490 (talk) 13:04, 15 June 2008 (UTC)

Welcome to the Novels WikiProject

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Thank you. Stratford490 (talk) 22:05, 15 June 2008 (UTC)

The Novels WikiProject Newsletter - Issue XXV - June 2008

The June 2008 issue of the Novels WikiProject newsletter has been published. You may read the newsletter, change the format in which future issues will be delivered to you, or unsubscribe from this notification by following the link. Thank you. SteveBot (owner) 04:44, 21 June 2008 (UTC)

The History of Sir Charles Grandison

The "adaptation" section of The History of Sir Charles Grandison was there before I edited the page, and it sticks out. Do you think that it is necessary? I don't. If it was notable, it would have its own page and then that page could link back. Thats just what I think. Remove if you want, or leave it if you want. Ottava Rima (talk) 21:35, 29 July 2008 (UTC)

I agree that it sticks out a bit, mainly, I think, because it's so short. If it were mentioned, as part of a longer section about the influence of the novel on later literature, or something like that, I think it would be fine. I do think it should be mentioned, though it would probably stick out much less if there were just a brief reference, somewhere in the article, to Jane Austen having adapted the novel as a play. Incidentally, I've been thinking of starting an article on Jane Austen's adaptation myself, but it probably won't be in the next few weeks. I've also been thinking of adding the text (Jane Austen's short play, not Richardson's lo-o-o-o-ong novel!) to Wikisource. Stratford490 (talk) 21:59, 29 July 2008 (UTC)

How about this. I think it fixes the problem. Feel free to reword. :) Ottava Rima (talk) 22:19, 29 July 2008 (UTC)

That looks better. Thanks. :) Stratford490 (talk) 22:43, 29 July 2008 (UTC)

I've added some more. I could probably expand on the role of "love" and "marriage", but that shouldn't be too necessary. Anything missing? Otherwise, it feels complete. Ottava Rima (talk) 23:21, 29 July 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for the work you've been doing. It's nice to see that article being expanded. I have it and Richardson on my watchlist so should notice any future changes. The critical response section should probably be larger. I might have a go at that myself at some stage. Stratford490 (talk) 05:03, 30 July 2008 (UTC)

I added your name to the DYK entry for the two pages. Thanks for your help. Ottava Rima (talk) 16:38, 30 July 2008 (UTC)

Well thank you, though I'm not sure I deserve it. You've done most of the work. Stratford490 (talk) 20:39, 30 July 2008 (UTC)

Double hook DYK? nom

On 4 August, 2008, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Samuel Richardson, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.

On 4 August, 2008, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article The History of Sir Charles Grandison, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.

Congratulations to both of you on your improvements to Wikipedia -- CB (ö) 04:11, 4 August 2008 (UTC)

Calling all active WP:NOVELS members

WikiProject Novels Roll Call

WikiProject Novels is currently holding a roll call, which we hope to have annually. Your username is listed on the members list, but we are unsure as to which editors are still active within the project. If you still consider yourself an active WP:Novels editor, please add your name back to the Active Members list. Also feel free to join any of our task forces and take a look at the project's Job Centre to get involved!

Next month we will begin the coordinator election selection process. We hope to have more involvement and input this time around! More news will be forthcoming. Thanks, everyone! María (habla conmigo) 13:45, 9 September 2008 (UTC)

WikiProject Novels Newsletter - September 2008

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IP Block exempt

Hi,

I notice you edit through a range that has an anti-vandal block active on it. After discussion with User:Cary Bass I've given your account IP Block exemption for this purpose -- details below!

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I hope this will enhance your editing, and allow you to edit successfully and without disruption. User:FT2 (talk) 07:28, 7 November 2013 (UTC)

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ArbCom elections are now open!

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Magical Monarch of Mo

The Magical Monarch of Mo is a book of short stories by L. Frank Baum, who went on to write the Oz books. I see the article is in need of some trimming, but I'm not sure how to trim it properly, since it isn't one story. As a member of the Short Story Task Force, maybe you'd like to take it on or advise me? Just Another Cringy Username (talk) 21:11, 13 April 2022 (UTC)