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I know I said I'd be more active, you know, like a liar, but I've had some personal stuff come up, mainly my Mom being in the hospital over Christmas and me staying with her and her not being 100% better after getting home.

But!

I'm setting up my queue for my 100+ reblogs in my drafts tonight so my blog will be active even if I'm not.

In other news, my creative writing group is collabing on a story set in Tudor Era England so if you got any resources on writing characters in that time period, it would be much appreciated if you could send them my way.

Happy New Years, y'all!

#Writeblr #Writing Tudor England #Writeblr Help #Writeblr questions #I guess? #Writer Rambles

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gonna try to be more active and block all the porn bots soon so expect to be annoyed with my mass liking/reblogging and attempts to be funny that aren't funny at all!

#Writer Rambles

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Yeah, I'm not gonna finish NaNo. I'm trying really hard to not be disappointed in myself and remind myself that I can keep writing, 26k is a lot, not finishing isn't failing, no one's gonna be disappointed in me, etc. But it's hard. I really thought I was gonna finish it this time.

#NaNoWriMo #Writer Rambles #Between working and being sick and relapsing with my ED and executive dysfunction #I'm really sad and disappointed and I'm trying not to be

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why do only children's and fantasy books have illustrations. what crime did other readers commit that the industry decided we weren't worthy of lil drawings

#Fairy Tale by Stephen King has this and it's really good and cool! #both the book and the art!

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Officially ahead again!

#NaNoWriMo #after being behind for over a week #lets see how long it lasts this time #I'm guessing not very #Writer Rambles

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There's very few shows that I can say "This is disgusting and awful, I love it" and Criminal Minds is definitely one of them.

I now understand why Mandy aka Gideon wanted to leave Criminal Minds. I'm on the Pedophile episode of season 2, episode 2 and the man just looks completely fucking done, disgusted and shattered. It's mind blowing how awful this stuff is @pheita

#I definitely have to take some breaks when I'm binging #it is absolutely fascinating though #and both Reid and Garcia are me in different fonts #I wish Mandy had handled it differently but I respect him knowing his limits and putting his well being and mental health above a pay check

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My Asexual ass writing two characters about to have sex:

#Writeblr #Asexual #Writer Rambles #I hate it #and I'm so bad at it

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"Couples that get frost bite together stay together."

-- Nick, trying to convince Molly to sleep naked in 30 degree weather.

#Writeblr #NaNoWriMo #WIP: Off Season #Character: Nick #Character: Molly #Relationship: Molly and Nick #Writer Rambles

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FINALLY passed 10k words for NaNo

#NaNoWriMo #Writer Rambles

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Tag your OC: Which one tries to kiss the other on the cheek and which one moves their head to get a kiss on the lips but ends up with a kiss on the eye?

#Tag your OC #Writeblr #WIP: Off Season #Character: Molly #Character: Nick #Relationship: Molly and Nick #I'm making this post just to brag about how fucking cute my characters are but without seeming like I'm bragging #Writer Rambles

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“Having a soft heart in a cruel world is courage, not weakness.”

— Katherine Henson

#Character: Nick #Lil Sweetie Pie #WIP: Off Season #Queue Wake Up

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Are you a new writer? Read this!

Writing is a lifelong pursuit, and the best writers never stop learning or striving to improve their craft. If you’re new to writing, here are some writing tips can help simplify the process:

Keep a daily writing habit

The first rule of being a professional writer is to start writing on a daily basis, ideally every day. Writing is hard work, and it’s difficult to tangibly improve your writing if you aren’t writing daily. The best writers know that they can’t possibly produce their best work day in and day out, but even so, they force themselves to get through the tough days. Once you’re in the habit of writing every day, you’ll find that those tough days come around less frequently, and you’ll start to build more confidence in your writing skills. Don’t let feelings of inadequacy or discouragement stop you from sitting down at your desk and doing the work on a daily basis.

Read diligently

The best way to develop your writing style is to read everything you can get your hands on. You’d be hard-pressed to meet a good writer who isn’t also a voracious reader, and that’s because so much of a writer’s style is informed by great writers they admire. Keep your favourite books on hand for reference. Bookmark and underline your favourite passages and seek out new books to expand your base of knowledge.

Take writing classes

Many new writers haven’t taken a writing course since high school, but the good news is there are so many options available for aspiring authors looking to continue their creative writing education. Seek out extension courses through a local college’s writing program, or look for online courses that focus on your area of interest.

Join a writing group

Finding a group of peers who you can exchange writing with is a great way to make connections in the literary world and learn from diverse voices. Writers groups are usually free to join and a great resource get additional sets of eyes on a piece of writing you are working on. Getting feedback from someone you know and trust can vastly improve your work and help you take stock of the progress you make as a writer.

Keep reference books handy

Even the best writers make mistakes now and again. Keeping a thesaurus and style guide on hand can help you avoid common mistakes and vary your word choice. If you feel shaky on English grammar or spelling, there are plenty of books and online resources you can consult to make sure that your writing is professional and error-free.

Write in a variety of forms

Just because you gravitate toward one area of writing doesn’t mean you should stop exploring. Writing in a form or medium that you don’t have much experience with can be a great way to develop your voice and strengthen parts of your writing that you might usually neglect. Switching between projects can also be a great way to break out of writer’s block and avoid staring at the dreaded blank page. If you’re working on a short story, consider blogging about something totally unrelated. If you’re stuck on your first novel, write a nonfiction piece about a seminal event from your past. Experimenting with different forms will also make you a more versatile and marketable professional writer.

Learn the rules

As a writer, you have to make sure they know the ins and outs of grammar, spelling, and style. Many young writers haven’t brushed up on formal writing rules since they were in school. If you’re a new writer, take some time to refresh your knowledge of basic writing rules, especially if you plan on writing professionally.

Outline before you write

It’s incredibly useful for young writers to make an outline or roadmap for a new piece of writing before they jump headfirst into the writing process. You might remember your English teachers hounding you to make a detailed outline from introduction to conclusion before you started writing a critical essay. Professional writers can use the same basic outline structure for their work. Without an outline it’s easy to start strong but quickly find yourself stuck after you finish the first page or chapter.

Keep a journal

Great writers find inspiration all around them. If you’re new to writing, make sure to carry a journal with you everywhere you go. You never know when inspiration will strike and what aspects of your real-life will inform parts of your writing. If you see something interesting or an idea strikes you, it’s vital that you have a place to write it down and record it for future writing projects.

Edit carefully

Your best writing will be the product of numerous rewrites. Editing and rewriting are arguably the most important parts of the writing process, especially for professional writers. In order to become a better writer and develop your writing skills, it’s vital that you put in the time editing and revising your first draft. Not only does editing ensure that you’re producing a quality piece of writing, but it also helps clue you in on bad habits you might have or common mistakes you find yourself making.

Remember why you love writing

If you’re writing serially for a group of dedicated readers, don’t let yourself lose the love for writing that made you want to do the work in the first place. Writing well depends on you maintaining your passion. If you ever feel overwhelmed by your work, take a second to do some journaling or work on a short piece that’s just for you. Taking a break to reconnect with your love of writing can help reinvigorate your passion for the craft.

Source: 11 Tips for New Writers by Masterclass

#Advice #Craft Of Writing #Queue Wake Up

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Alrighty my dudes I have been asked to talk about how to make characters

I will preface this by saying I'm like 62% sure this is generally considered *not* a great way to go about characters, but doing it like this brings me tremendous joy so whatever. Besides, it still leaves the 38% chance possibility that this is actually a great way, soooo....

we're doing it.

1) What pieces of the character do you already have?

This could be narrative role, bits of backstory, little dialogue clippings, a general vibe, whatever. Jot down what you can as soon as you can because otherwise your brain will throw these ideas off a cliff and you will likely never see them again. Or maybe that's just me.

2) Give em a name

Generally I find it's best to give you characters names as early in the process as I can, or else whatever placeholder name I give them will stick. This is sometimes how you can end up with names that do not mesh nicely together, and can be a bit jarring later on. If you can't think of a name, give them the title of their narrative role (such as lancer) as that's less likely to stick as their actual name.

3) Figure out what the core of the plot is going to be

This is important because it will influence why your characters will be in the story, and in what capacity they're likely going to be joining in from. It doesn't have to be super detailed, but get enough so that you can get a basic handle on what roles will need to be filled, and what types of characters can fill them.

4) Start figuring out group dynamics

Note that I said *start* - not *completely and utterly* good? good. The group dynamic is almost like its own character in a way, and if you want an ensemble cast to work well with each other, you gotta consider that. (i learned this the hard way). How do you want your duos, trios, four....o's, and larger groups to interact? This can also help build out details of the individual characters.

5) Iterate through the above steps a few times

As you develop characters, your idea for their dynamics may change a bit. The type of plot you want can morph. The individual characters may have new additions or subtractions. Give yourself time to mush these around in tandem with one another. Also, make sure you're writing a lot of these bits down somewhere. Especially at the beginning stages when you don't have quite as good a grasp on them yet.

6) Get deeper

Once you have a pretty good general idea of who these characters are and how they function as a group, get deeper. This is where character questionnaires can come in super handy. This is where you take them from probably tropes and make them into actually human beings (or frogs if that's the kind of story you're writing).

#Advice #Characters #Queue Wake Up

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#Advice #Horror #Queue Wake Up

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How to write a kiss scene

requested by: anon request: How do I write a good kiss scene? As how do I describe it? What details or words would make it good?

What goes into the writing of a kiss scene?

details to incorporate:

the sensations in their stomach, their chest, and their knees

the way their breathing changes shortly before the kiss

the feeling of the other's hands

the texture of the other's clothing

the moment they realise they've reached the point of no return

the feeling they're left with after the kiss

words to use...

... to describe the kiss:

tentative

tender

hesitant

quick

soft

gentle

delicate

languid

feathery

familiar

exploring

hungry

heated

fiery

frantic

impatient

sloppy

messy

aggressive

... to describe how they feel about the kiss:

nervous

excited

giddy

anxious

apprehensive

ambiguous

surprised

reassured

certain

confident

relieved

eager

greedy

... to show what the lips do:

exploring each other

brushing over each other

locking

devouring

touching

sealing

pressing against each other

capturing

lapping

tasting

crushing together

travelling (the other's body)

trailing (down to the other's chin)

grinning into the kiss

caressing

lingering

... to show how their body reacts:

feeling warm all over

buzzing

humming

pumping/palpitating heart

clenching lungs

joy bubbling up

tingly stomach

warm chest

burning cheeks

sweaty palms

blood rushing through their veins

... to describe what their hands are doing:

tangling in their lover's hair

wrapping their arms around their lover's neck

intertwining their fingers with their lover

resting on their lover's hips

pressing into their lover's shoulder blades

cupping their lover's cheeks

touching their lover's chin

curling their arm around their lover's waist

resting on their lover's shoulders

grabbing their lover's collar

sneaking up under their lover's shirt

brushing over their lover's bare skin

lightly squeezing their lover's butt

focus on:

the sensations instead of what's physically happening. (the protagonists might very well not know themselves what is happening exactly, but they feel very precisely)

I hope this helps <3

#Advice #Romance #Kissing #Queue Wake Up

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Fariha Róisín, from How to Cure a Ghost; “after the loss”

[Text ID: “it feels cold to not be chosen / to blink and not be seen / to be forgotten like a pebbled / amulet / that has lost its kin, / ashy, chicken skin, / no body to be worn on, / all gloom.”]

#Inspo #Character: Molly #WIP: Off Season #Queue Wake Up

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Still a little behind, but I hit my goal for the day! My projected finish date is now December 5th instead of the 11th, so I think I'm doing pretty good!

How is NaNo going for all of y'all?

#Writeblr #NaNoWriMo