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Thanks, John. I’ve tracked the issue down to those emojis in the scam message, the forum database wasn’t comfortable with them. Now updating the character set on the server, shouldn’t happen again after that.

I've encountered this before (not the scam, but multiple postings on our forum). Sometimes you get an error message, but the post has actually been created.

Hello Marta! First, go to Cafe Life (you're here already, congrats!) Café Life Create a new thread, select the prefix “Welcome – I’m new here” and introduce yourself! You’ll find folk will reply very nicely. Some useful links: How to use the...

Heya! 👋 I joined and have no clue how to navigate this mouse maze. I'd eventually like to meet a few authors and swap critiques but I'd really like to figure out how this site works. The forums seem straightforward in terms of discussions. But...

I’ve received several emails in recent days, all structured as the one below, received this morning. While I can’t tell you exactly what sort of scam this is – it’s got “scam” written all over it. My thoughts follow. OK, so now an analysis of...

To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves – there lies the great singular power of self-respect. Joan Didion

Another Night in A&E (Part 1) by Rachel McCarron The Art of Waiting Back in March, I regaled you all with tales of the bizarre night time world of the emergency department. And last night, we were back for more. I was about an hour off...

Another Night in A&E (Part 1) by Rachel McCarron The Art of Waiting Back in March, I regaled you all with tales of the bizarre night time world of the emergency department. And last night, we were back for more. I was about an hour off...

Hi @Marta Welcome to Litopia and I really hope you enjoy your experience here in the coming weeks. As others have said,, there is a lot to see and do and I always recommend just getting involved in the many forums and activities as the best way...

btw I did make this into a blog post as well

Hi @Marta Nice to meet you. Litopia is a great place to be lost in. But hopefully things are starting to make sense. That you've opened this thread is a great start. If you're interested in exchanging critiques, the Lab is where it all...

Hi @Marta welcome aboard :) There's a wealth of content here, of all kinds. What interests you the most?

Hi, Marta, and welcome. I expect @Jonny will give you more advice when he welcomes you. But you've come to the right place for meeting authors and swapping critiques. What sort of thing do you write? xx VH

Yes. Great idea in the first place, great interpretations, and definitely great blog posts.

Hi Marta Welcome! :) It might feel like a maze at first, but you'll soon find your way around, I'm sure. Take a walk through the threads. Browse and see what you find. Here in Cafe Life, you'll find all sorts: discussions, musings, challenges ...