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david foster wallace / @sloppjockey / clarice lispector / soccer mommy - cool / ginger snaps (2000) / @sweatermuppet / @sin-eater / @werewolfest / boygenius - bite the hand / mitski - cop car

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outcast of the village

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Seeker Upon the Sea Tower

Mark Jarrell

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yilfa snorgelsson // on earth we're briefly gorgeous

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“there is no moral. the wolf eats you one day and until it does, the forest is beautiful.”

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This is death itself. This is the biggest and baddest thing in all of fairy tale, and you want to set it free.

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Idea: Atheist occult detective.

"You're an atheist who fights demons?"

"I'm an exterminator. I kill bugs."

"But you know demons are real. Doesn't that refute your whole deal?"

"Nah. If science can't explain something, it just means there's an open question we haven't gotten around to answering yet. Nobody can explain where the demons come from, but nobody can explain large particle segregation, either."

"Large particle segregation?"

"Yeah. Y'know when you take a can of mixed nuts and shake it and all the big ones go to the top and the little ones go to the bottom? Nobody knows why that happens. Physicists have been arguing about it for centuries. Lots of good theories, but nobody's ever been able to come up with a testable proof. Life is full of little mysteries."

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I am afflicted by a terrible curse which dooms me to make all my story plots and structures unnecessarily convoluted.

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being an older sibling is like. you've never known a life without me. mom yelled at me and it taught her she never wanted to yell at you. I painted my room purple and grey and then you did too. we live in the same house but I haven't spoken to you in months. I don't know your favorite color. I saw it was going to rain so I picked you up from school on my way home so your books wouldn't get wet. i was so worried when you woke up sick when you were three. you don't remember being sick. mom and dad made their worst mistakes with me and I'm glad they didn't make them with you. I'm doing everything for the first time so you won't be in the dark. I don't know any of your friend's names anymore. I used to know them all. if something happens to mom and dad you won't have to worry because everything will fall to me. you don't like to be home alone but even if you don't see me just knowing I'm there makes you feel better. at least that's what mom told me. you still give me jars to open for you because you can't quite get them. I only see you during dinner. i'd never even think about missing one of your concerts. I stand at the counter when I eat and now you do, too. when offered a selection of books you picked the same one I did when i was your age. I'm terrified you compare yourself to me. I love you. I don't know if you like me. I want you to. mom says dinner's ready

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#setting inspo

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Mastering the Art of Dialogue

Dialogue is the lifeline of any narrative. It brings characters to life, propels the plot, and creates depth in the story. However, writing dialogue that feels real and engaging can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you refine your dialogue-writing skills:

1. Listen to Real Conversations

The foundation of great dialogue is authenticity. Spend time listening to how people speak in real life. Notice the flow of conversation, the interruptions, the ums and ahs, and the unfinished thoughts. Real speech is rarely grammatically perfect or fully articulated. Incorporating these nuances can make your dialogue more relatable.

2. Each Character Should Have a Unique Voice

Your characters should be distinguishable by their dialogue alone. A teenager will speak differently from an elderly person; a doctor will use different terminology than a street artist. Think about their background, education, and personality. These factors should influence their speech patterns, vocabulary, and even the rhythm of their dialogue.

3. Use Dialogue to Show, Not Tell

Dialogue is a powerful tool for showing the reader what’s happening without explicitly telling them. Through conversations, you can reveal your characters' thoughts, feelings, and intentions. For example, instead of narrating that a character is nervous, you could show it through their stammering dialogue or their avoidance of direct answers.

4. Keep It Concise

In real conversations, people often meander through their thoughts. In written dialogue, however, it's important to be concise. Every line of dialogue should serve a purpose, whether it’s moving the plot forward, revealing character, or creating tension. If a piece of dialogue doesn’t add value to your story, consider cutting it.

5. Read Your Dialogue Aloud

One of the best ways to test your dialogue is to hear it. Reading your dialogue aloud can help you catch awkward phrasings or unnatural speech patterns. Better yet, have someone else read it to you. This can provide insight into how your dialogue will sound to your readers.

6. Use Subtext to Your Advantage

Not everything needs to be said explicitly. Subtext—the underlying meaning behind the spoken words—can add depth and complexity to your dialogue. Characters might say one thing but mean another, based on their emotions, relationships, or situations. This layering of meaning can make your dialogue more engaging and thought-provoking.

7. Balance Dialogue with Action and Description

While dialogue is critical, it should be balanced with narrative description and action. This balance helps maintain the pacing of your story and ensures that your scenes are visually and emotionally compelling. Action and description can also provide context that enhances the meaning and impact of your dialogue.

Conclusion

Great dialogue can transform a good story into an unforgettable one. By applying these tips, you can craft dialogue that captures the essence of your characters and engages your readers on a deeper level. Remember, writing is a craft that improves with practice. Keep experimenting with your dialogue, and don't be afraid to rewrite until it sounds just right.

Writing dialogue is a skill that can be honed over time. The more you practice and read, the better you'll become at capturing the essence of conversation on the page.

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a little a Ragnarök, as a treat ☀️🐺

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#one for sorrow wip #aesthetic

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'The Little White Goat' by Dorothy Lathrop

#one for sorrow wip #art #aesthetic

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scotland

#aesthetic #inspo #setting inspo

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Wolf Biter

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I love you dog symbolism. I love you fruit symbolism. I love you insect symbolism. I love you flower symbolism. I love you motifs. I love you poetry.

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