Well if he were to read a book, he'd find that the word "recently" is an adverb of time and that, as with most adverbs, the context in which the word is used usually denotes the intensity, or in this case recency, of the word's semantic value, meaning that his question was perfectly valid. My client and I rest our case.
I too am curious whether "rencently" is supposed to mean "within the past few weeks" or "within the past few months" or "within the past few years".
AGH.
I know I don't work at cultural zest (yet ) but here's how I see it:
Movies: If they're not in theaters, don't bother.
Games: Should be in the "New Releases section". i.e, first 2-3 pages in the steam store, or in the local game store under "New Releases".
It should be a review of something released the same month, really.
I'm surprised people don't know what "recent" means. You don't see reviews for games on IGN for games that were released last year. That's ridiculous. You make a review shortly after said reviewed object is released so that people will know to get or not, not after everyone has already bought it.
Well, you could also review a game that you think was excellent but didn't get enough coverage, so that people can discover it and decide to give it a try. In that case, you might limit it to recent games (like, the past few years, not the 80s) but they don't have to have just come out yesterday.
In general, it's best to explain what you mean when you say something like "recent", since as this thread shows, different people will interpret it differently
I know I don't work at cultural zest (yet ) but here's how I see it:
Movies: If they're not in theaters, don't bother.
Games: Should be in the "New Releases section". i.e, first 2-3 pages in the steam store, or in the local game store under "New Releases".
It should be a review of something released the same month, really.
I'm surprised people don't know what "recent" means. You don't see reviews for games on IGN for games that were released last year. That's ridiculous. You make a review shortly after said reviewed object is released so that people will know to get or not, not after everyone has already bought it.
This is an audition and not an actual journalism gig. It's unlikely that the guys at cultural zest are going to turn down a sample review because it's not giving the readership (the three people currently working at cultural zest) a representative enough view of the game so that they know whether or not to buy it. That's not the purpose of these articles.
This is an audition and not an actual journalism gig. It's unlikely that the guys at cultural zest are going to turn down a sample review because it's not giving the readership (the three people currently working at cultural zest) a representative enough view of the game so that they know whether or not to buy it. That's not the purpose of these articles.
If you guys want a sample of how to write a review to make it easier for you all. Here is the style a prefer.
Intro
Information
Story Synopsis
Plot
Graphics(Unless it's a movie then just add visuals.)
Sound.( Unless it's a movie then talk about the music.)
Gameplay(Unless it's a movie then talk about the genre or style of the movie.)
If you guys want a sample of how to write a review to make it easier for you all. Here is the style a prefer.
Intro
Information
Story Synopsis
Plot
Graphics(Unless it's a movie then just add visuals.)
Sound.( Unless it's a movie then talk about the music.)
Gameplay(Unless it's a movie then talk about the genre or style of the movie.)
Do you think you'd ever branch out into music reviews? Or would you rather stick with film and gaming?
I have already decided that when the Season 3 soundtrack comes out that I'm going to review it. So, yeah, we'll eventually review music. We'll eventually review everything.
"See that guy, walking down the street?"
"Yeah...?"
"His walk is weird. I give it a 3/10"
I have already decided that when the Season 3 soundtrack comes out that I'm going to review it. So, yeah, we'll eventually review music. We'll eventually review everything.
Cool. So I would be able to submit a music review if I wanted to? I probably won't end up submitting anything, but I'd just like to know just in case. Simple 'yes' or 'no' answer will do .
Cool. So I would be able to submit a music review if I wanted to? I probably won't end up submitting anything, but I'd just like to know just in case. Simple 'yes' or 'no' answer will do .
Yeah, well...I found a whip in my garage, and I had "The Raiders March on a set list, and Vampire Killer." I felt it was pretty epic, and cracking the whip..I felt awesome.
Okay, regarding 'recently': to be honest, I wouldn't say recency is that important. When it comes to films, for instance, I'd prefer reviews of films that are currently in cinemas, but if you feel you can write a great review about a classic film, that's fine too. The same goes for games, and books (yes, book reviews would be nice as well, and that's something that's definitely not limited to recent books).
We have 'cultural' in our name, and that's not just about popular culture; articles about high culture are also more than welcome. If you feel you can contribute something on classic literature, symbolism in art, classical music, you name it... I'd be very interested in that.
Oh, and also, I know I probably shouldn't take the bait, but...
This is an audition and not an actual journalism gig. It's unlikely that the guys at cultural zest are going to turn down a sample review because it's not giving the readership (the three people currently working at cultural zest) a representative enough view of the game so that they know whether or not to buy it. That's not the purpose of these articles.
I think Fealiks means the articles sent as an audition aren't meant to be published (although I don't see why they wouldn't be if they're good) so they don't have to follow the specific guidelines of more "official" articles (the ones written once you're hired).
If you're accepting book reviews, I think I just might review some originally French books that have been translated into English. I'll add a part about how good the translation itself is and stuff.
I don't feel like being a regular contributor but if you're interested I'll send you some stuff to run as guest articles (if you think they're any good).
I think Fealiks means the articles sent as an audition aren't meant to be published (although I don't see why they wouldn't be if they're good) so they don't have to follow the specific guidelines of more "official" articles (the ones written once you're hired).
If you're accepting book reviews, I think I just might review some originally French books that have been translated into English. I'll add a part about how good the translation itself is and stuff.
I don't feel like being a regular contributor but if you're interested I'll send you some stuff to run as guest articles (if you think they're any good).
I think Fealiks means the articles sent as an audition aren't meant to be published (although I don't see why they wouldn't be if they're good) so they don't have to follow the specific guidelines of more "official" articles (the ones written once you're hired).
Yes, well, still... I'm not sure I like the remark about our readership consisting of just 3 people... we have 4 readers at the very least!
Also, I guess this is a good moment to explain why I started Cultural Zest. I don't know if it will ever grow into a big magazine (although that would be nice), but that's not the main reason why I started it. I mainly want to offer a platform to people who like to write about culture. They can test the waters a bit, see if they really like journalism (yes, even amateur journalism is journalism), get a chance to build a readership, develop their writing style... okay, so I'm not in a position to offer monetary compensation right now, but I really hope that those things I just mentioned are worth something. If not, feel free to apply to another publication that suits your needs better.
If you're accepting book reviews, I think I just might review some originally French books that have been translated into English. I'll add a part about how good the translation itself is and stuff.
That sounds good. I'm currently reading a book with stories by Turgenev, translated into Dutch, featuring the excellent Torrents of Spring, and I'm working my way through Don Quixote in audiobook form (in English). Unfortunately my knowledge of Russian and Spanish is rather limited, so I can't comment on the source languages, but I do think reviews about such classic works could have a place on the site. So in short, feel free to send in book reviews!
I don't feel like being a regular contributor but if you're interested I'll send you some stuff to run as guest articles (if you think they're any good).
That's okay, I'll be glad to publish anything that's good.
Yes, well, still... I'm not sure I like the remark about our readership consisting of just 3 people... we have 4 readers at the very least!
I'm pretty sure the point was that since it's sent to you and possibly not going to get published, the only people reading it would be you, the current staff, who if I'm not mistaken are 3 people
I wasn't thinking about classics specifically, although the books I had in mind are oldish (like, up to the 90s or so) rather than super recent (but if I hear of super recent stuff that has been translated I'll definitely give it a try).
I'm pretty sure the point was that since it's sent to you and possibly not going to get published, the only people reading it would be you, the current staff, who if I'm not mistaken are 3 people
Ah, okay. Sorry, Fealiks, for grossly misinterpreting what you said! I hope you're not too mad at me, and that you still want to keep reviewing Snickers bars. One day, Time will publish them, I'm sure.
I wasn't thinking about classics specifically, although the books I had in mind are oldish (like, up to the 90s or so) rather than super recent (but if I hear of super recent stuff that has been translated I'll definitely give it a try).
That's fine. They could even be the classics of the future!
Ah, okay. Sorry, Fealiks, for grossly misinterpreting what you said! I hope you're not too mad at me, and that you still want to keep reviewing Snickers bars. One day, Time will publish them, I'm sure.
That's fine. They could even be the classics of the future!
[goodidea]What, are you very busy at the moment making the Cultural Zest forum?[/goodidea]
And also, I'd like to know: what access am I granted if I join Cultural Zest? I'm pretty sure it runs on Blogger or Wordpress (correct me if I'm wrong), and I can't make an account on those since I already made 2 before, and I don't know how I can find them.
[goodidea]What, are you very busy at the moment making the Cultural Zest forum?[/goodidea]
Well, I've been playing with that idea... it's on my to-do list.
And also, I'd like to know: what access am I granted if I join Cultural Zest? I'm pretty sure it runs on Blogger or Wordpress (correct me if I'm wrong), and I can't make an account on those since I already made 2 before, and I don't know how I can find them.
The site runs a standalone WordPress installation, so you would create an account specifically for the site. Any accounts you've registered on wordpress.com don't factor into the equation.
Well, I've been playing with that idea... it's on my to-do list.
The site runs a standalone WordPress installation, so you would create an account specifically for the site. Any accounts you've registered on wordpress.com don't factor into the equation.
Nice to see there could be a forum and that I can actually make an account
What about the Facebook and Twitter? I know Facebook pages can have admins, but what about Twitter?
Well, right now we're just feeding our RSS into Twitter... CoTweet looks interesting though. If you'd be interested in tweeting stuff as well on our Twitter account, BoneFreak, you're welcome to. (Provided you manage to work your way into the team, of course. )
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You're trying too hard
old stuff like star wars the snes Mario donkey Kong mortal kombat yoshi's island ahh nostalgia
AGH.
I know I don't work at cultural zest (yet
Movies: If they're not in theaters, don't bother.
Games: Should be in the "New Releases section". i.e, first 2-3 pages in the steam store, or in the local game store under "New Releases".
It should be a review of something released the same month, really.
I'm surprised people don't know what "recent" means. You don't see reviews for games on IGN for games that were released last year. That's ridiculous. You make a review shortly after said reviewed object is released so that people will know to get or not, not after everyone has already bought it.
In general, it's best to explain what you mean when you say something like "recent", since as this thread shows, different people will interpret it differently
This is an audition and not an actual journalism gig. It's unlikely that the guys at cultural zest are going to turn down a sample review because it's not giving the readership (the three people currently working at cultural zest) a representative enough view of the game so that they know whether or not to buy it. That's not the purpose of these articles.
Woot! After years of trying I have finaly made it to That guy status!
Yeah, what Sailor meant, something retro as in 10-20 years ago.
Intro
Information
Story Synopsis
Plot
Graphics(Unless it's a movie then just add visuals.)
Sound.( Unless it's a movie then talk about the music.)
Gameplay(Unless it's a movie then talk about the genre or style of the movie.)
Then the final conclusion.
Sorry, Highway, just trying to be helpful.
Nah, it's cool
I have already decided that when the Season 3 soundtrack comes out that I'm going to review it. So, yeah, we'll eventually review music. We'll eventually review everything.
"See that guy, walking down the street?"
"Yeah...?"
"His walk is weird. I give it a 3/10"
Cool. So I would be able to submit a music review if I wanted to? I probably won't end up submitting anything, but I'd just like to know just in case. Simple 'yes' or 'no' answer will do
Hehe! That's what Twitter is for.
Yes.
I thought it was silly!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0s9OC6rzAA
I could review his fantastic theme. Also i'm convinced that G-Man's voice is based on Torgo
I downlaoded his theme to play when Im getting stuff out the car
That means people respect Cultural Zest!
Don't be silly; we just make up what happens in the games!
Okay, regarding 'recently': to be honest, I wouldn't say recency is that important. When it comes to films, for instance, I'd prefer reviews of films that are currently in cinemas, but if you feel you can write a great review about a classic film, that's fine too. The same goes for games, and books (yes, book reviews would be nice as well, and that's something that's definitely not limited to recent books).
We have 'cultural' in our name, and that's not just about popular culture; articles about high culture are also more than welcome. If you feel you can contribute something on classic literature, symbolism in art, classical music, you name it... I'd be very interested in that.
Oh, and also, I know I probably shouldn't take the bait, but...
What the heck is that supposed to mean, man?
If you're accepting book reviews, I think I just might review some originally French books that have been translated into English. I'll add a part about how good the translation itself is and stuff.
I don't feel like being a regular contributor but if you're interested I'll send you some stuff to run as guest articles (if you think they're any good).
Sounds cool
Also, I guess this is a good moment to explain why I started Cultural Zest. I don't know if it will ever grow into a big magazine (although that would be nice), but that's not the main reason why I started it. I mainly want to offer a platform to people who like to write about culture. They can test the waters a bit, see if they really like journalism (yes, even amateur journalism is journalism), get a chance to build a readership, develop their writing style... okay, so I'm not in a position to offer monetary compensation right now, but I really hope that those things I just mentioned are worth something. If not, feel free to apply to another publication that suits your needs better.
That sounds good. I'm currently reading a book with stories by Turgenev, translated into Dutch, featuring the excellent Torrents of Spring, and I'm working my way through Don Quixote in audiobook form (in English). Unfortunately my knowledge of Russian and Spanish is rather limited, so I can't comment on the source languages, but I do think reviews about such classic works could have a place on the site. So in short, feel free to send in book reviews!
That's okay, I'll be glad to publish anything that's good.
You owe us a pittance! Interview us!
I'm pretty sure the point was that since it's sent to you and possibly not going to get published, the only people reading it would be you, the current staff, who if I'm not mistaken are 3 people
I wasn't thinking about classics specifically, although the books I had in mind are oldish (like, up to the 90s or so) rather than super recent (but if I hear of super recent stuff that has been translated I'll definitely give it a try).
That's fine. They could even be the classics of the future!
I liked that review...
[goodidea]What, are you very busy at the moment making the Cultural Zest forum?[/goodidea]
And also, I'd like to know: what access am I granted if I join Cultural Zest? I'm pretty sure it runs on Blogger or Wordpress (correct me if I'm wrong), and I can't make an account on those since I already made 2 before, and I don't know how I can find them.
The site runs a standalone WordPress installation, so you would create an account specifically for the site. Any accounts you've registered on wordpress.com don't factor into the equation.
Nice to see there could be a forum and that I can actually make an account
What about the Facebook and Twitter? I know Facebook pages can have admins, but what about Twitter?
CoTweet seems to be popular.