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Is “A World Without You” still being worked on?

Yep. The writing is all done. I just need to work on the coding, etc. I’m trying to work quietly cause I will get distracted in Tumblr. I’m putting the coding in hold for awhile because I need to finish writing my Research papers. I’m planning to release AWWY in the summer since that’s where the story starts.

#ask #AWWY

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"how to write betrayal" "how to write characters with trauma"

Everyone with a soul (unlike you) after seeing the reblogs:

I thought it would be helpful to me and some people!

#ask #this is for guidance #not sadism

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How to write characters with trauma

Here’s a bit of an in-depth post with my take on writing characters who have suffered through trauma in their backstory, and how you can write that sensitively in your novel.

❤️‍🩹 Trauma calls for no attention

Usually, for people who have been through traumatic events, it is the last thing they ever want to talk about, or even think about.

In your book, they may use coping mechanisms or distractions, with only small hints of any backstory coming through when it’s prompted by an external event.

❤️‍🩹 Trauma influences your character’s life greatly

It’s an unfortunately common thing in books to see characters with a traumatic backstory whose only consequences of said trauma are surface blemishes.

The reality of it is that trauma gets ugly, and can change a person fundamentally, so make sure that you do your research and let your character deal with their trauma in a way that feels logical — even if it’s ugly.

❤️‍🩹 Trauma doesn’t define a character

While it does influence a lot of your character’s life, you also don’t want to make them just their trauma, unless of course, that is their misbelief that they must let go of throughout the story.

❤️‍🩹 Trauma doesn’t equal brokenness

People with trauma can be some of the strongest you’ve ever met, so much that you could never see or assume their history unless they (or someone else) tells you about it.

Traumatized people may sometimes see themselves as broken, but it is not the only logical way for their view of self.

❤️‍🩹 Trauma doesn’t just go away

Perhaps the most important point — no matter how far you are into your book, or even your series, a serious trauma is not something that will disappear or heal.

You can heal it up to a point, but don’t be hasty to dissolve it, and certainly don’t think they can be magically fixed by another person.

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Crown of Exile Progress Update 👑

Hi wonderful people of Tumblr 😊

It's been a long time since I updated anyone on my progress with Chapter 8 so I'm here to give you a small update. I've been sharing a lot of sneak peeks with my Patrons, and as of Monday, I completed a huge dialogue scene that was taking forever to write.

The current word count of Chapter 8 is around 38K which isn't much, but I'm halfway through the chapter so expect it to go up. There's going to be two NSFW scenes in the second half of Chapter 8, one with Irus and one with Elora. You'll get to reunite with Dena (and Emos) and there'll be a lot of fun times ahead 😋

There's still a lot to write and code and I expect to be done in October. My writing time is really constrained by real life, my job and just general tiredness. Writing in the evenings is hard because sometimes I'm half-asleep and others, I just don't feel like it 😬 That said, progress is being made 🎉 I'm hopeful to have the demo updated next month, but I will let everyone know closer to release time.

Thank you to everyone who's continued to follow, like and just support me 💖

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Different Ways to Describe Eye Colors

↳ a masterpost for writing prompts that describe eye colors

Brown Eyes

Blue Eyes

Green Eyes

Hazel Eyes

Unusual Eyes

Gray Eyes

Heterochromia Eyes

Black Eyes

White Eyes

Hazel Green Eyes

Gold/Yellow Eyes

Reddish-Brown Eyes

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Scheherazade had a gift for telling stories that touched the heart. No matter what sort of story it was, she made it special. Her voice, her timing, her pacing were all flawless. She captured her listener's attention, tantalized him, drove him to ponder and speculate, and then, in the end, gave him precisely what he'd been seeking. Enthralled, he was able to forget the reality that surrounded him, if only for a moment. Like a blackboard wiped with a damp cloth, he was erased of worries, of unpleasant memories. Who could ask for more? At this point in his life, that kind of forgetting was what he desired more than anything else.

– Haruki Murakami, from “Scheherazade,” Men Without Women: Stories (Vintage, 2018)

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“So, do it. Decide. Is this the life you want to live? Is this the person you want to love? Is this the best you can be? Can you be stronger? Kinder? More compassionate? Decide. Breathe in. Breathe out, and decide.”

— Meredith Grey

#quotes

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Enemies-to-Lovers Generator

Dynamic:

Coworkers

Classmates

Use the same mode of public transport

Rivals

Best friends’ ex’s

Neighbours

Roommates

Shop worker and frequent shopper

Teammates

One has hired the other for a freelance job

Why they hate each other:

They don’t, they’re just in denial about being attracted to each other.

A received an honour (promotion, award, etc.) that B believes they themself deserved.

A has habits that really annoy B.

A terrible first impression.

Something specific to their dynamic.

What forces them together:

They make a mutually beneficial agreement.

A wild misunderstanding.

They need to fake date.

A disaster (natural or otherwise).

They make a bet and are eager to settle it.

They team up against someone / something they mutually hate.

A gets injured and B helps them.

A needs help for a project that B is an expert on.

They get trapped in a space together.

They’re involved in the same wedding party.

Dialogue prompt:

“Stop mocking me.” “sToP mOcKiNg mE.”

“You consider us enemies? Really?”

“I know you’re trying to insult me but it doesn’t work if you keep calling me hot.”

“I will never be your friend.”

“I can’t argue with you when I’m this . . .” “What? Turned on?”

“I know I’m smiling but I’m this close to punching you.”

“Look past your hatred and see me for me.”

“Everyone thinks we still hate each other, might as well take advantage of it.”

“Can you ever forgive me?” “I forgave you the second you walked through the door.”

“I know where you live and I own gasoline, remember that.”

Also see:

First date generator

Enemies to lovers masterlist

Prompts masterlist

#enemies to lovers

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Angst Dialogue #5

“You know, one day you’re gonna fall and you’re going to have no one left to catch you.”

#angst #dialogue angst #dialogue #dialogue prompt #prompt #writing prompt

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How to Write Betrayal

Betrayal is a powerful plot element that is represented in countless stories. The gravity of betrayal brings a profound depth to character dynamics, plots, and themes alike, making it an indispensable tool for writers to explore emotions, conflicts, and the complexities of human nature. Let’s explore some quick tips on how to write betrayal!

Behaviour

Secretive actions

Dishonesty

Becoming emotionally distant

A sudden change in routine

Pushing people away

Nervous or fidgety movement

Frequent lying or making up stories

Unexpected aggression or irritability

Unjustified mood swings or emotional outbursts

Increasingly defensive

Interactions

Disturbed interpersonal relationships

Frequent misunderstandings or fights

Withholding information

Avoiding personal discussions

Insincerity in conversations

Frequently cancelling or missing plans

A sudden shift in relationship dynamics

Quick to deflect or place blame

Frequent subject changes

Gradual emotional detachment

Body Language

Avoiding direct eye contact

Defensive stance and crossed arms

Covering mouth or touching face

Shuffling or restless movements

Forcing smiles or laughter

Constantly looking around or at the ground

Stiff, tense posture

Heavy breathing or frequent sighing

Avoiding touch or skin contact

Exaggerated gestures

Attitude

A lack of concern or empathy

Increasingly personal and hurtful arguments

Erratic or unpredictable reactions

Self-centeredness

Insincerity

Dismissive or negative attitude

Callous disregard for other's feelings

A negative or pessimistic outlook

Inability to handle criticism

Withdrawal from relationships

Positive Story Outcomes

In the wake of a betrayal, a story can manifest various positive outcomes that add depth to the plot and its characters. Relationships can be strengthened, showing their resilience. Characters may discover newfound self-reliance and learn valuable lessons about trust and forgiveness, leading to an increase in empathy and understanding, personal growth, and the reinforcement of personal values. These experiences can encourage a clearer understanding of personal boundaries, prompt self-reflection, introspection, and the development of healthier coping mechanisms. Ultimately, these positive outcomes can bring about improved communication and honesty, forming the silver lining in the cloud of betrayal.

Negative Story Outcomes

The aftershocks of betrayal can reverberate throughout your story. This might include an irreparable fracture of trust and damage to relationships. Betrayal can trigger psychological trauma, leading to an increase in suspicion and insecurity. Feelings of inadequacy or self-blame may surface, and characters can experience a heightened sense of isolation. The fear of forming new relationships or trusting others can become overwhelming. There may also be an escalation of conflict or violence and the reinforcement of negative behaviours or patterns. Damaged self-esteem or self-worth may be another repercussion, and this can encourage destructive coping mechanisms.

Helpful Synonyms

Treachery

Deception

Double-crossing

Duplicity

Backstabbing

Two-faced

Disloyalty

Unfaithfulness

Infidelity

Falseness

Perfidy

Treason

Fraud

Deceit

Slander

Misrepresentation

Falsification

Chicanery

Double-dealing

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The symbolism of flowers

Flowers have a long history of symbolism that you can incorporate into your writing to give subtext.

Symbolism varies between cultures and customs, and these particular examples come from Victorian Era Britain. You'll find examples of this symbolism in many well-known novels of the era!

Amaryllis: Pride

Black-eyed Susan: Justice

Bluebell: Humility

Calla Lily: Beauty

Pink Camellia: Longing

Carnations: Female love

Yellow Carnation: Rejection

Clematis: Mental beauty

Columbine: Foolishness

Cyclamen: Resignation

Daffodil: Unrivalled love

Daisy: Innocence, loyalty

Forget-me-not: True love

Gardenia: Secret love

Geranium: Folly, stupidity

Gladiolus: Integrity, strength

Hibiscus: Delicate beauty

Honeysuckle: Bonds of love

Blue Hyacinth: Constancy

Hydrangea: Frigid, heartless

Iris: Faith, trust, wisdom

White Jasmine: Amiability

Lavender: Distrust

Lilac: Joy of youth

White Lily: Purity

Orange Lily: Hatred

Tiger Lily: Wealth, pride

Lily-of-the-valley: Sweetness, humility

Lotus: Enlightenment, rebirth

Magnolia: Nobility

Marigold: Grief, jealousy

Morning Glory: Affection

Nasturtium: Patriotism, conquest

Pansy: Thoughtfulness

Peony: Bashfulness, shame

Poppy: Consolation

Red Rose: Love

Yellow Rose: Jealously, infidelity

Snapdragon: Deception, grace

Sunflower: Adoration

Sweet Willian: Gallantry

Red Tulip: Passion

Violet: Watchfulness, modesty

Yarrow: Everlasting love

Zinnia: Absent, affection

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establishing good pacing in your story!

(request from instagram)

in writing, we can think of pacing as a kind of rhythm, which determines the speed at which a story moves.

to clarify, length is not an indicator of pacing. short books that jump from event to event can be slow-paced, and vice versa. pacing is more about movement; it is the heartbeat of a story.

pacing in length

on a close-up level, sentence length can be a determiner of pacing.

use lots of short sentences in quick succession to speed things up.

use lots of long sentences to slow things down.

break these sentences up with medium-length ones to provide a sense of balance.

this is, of course, an oversimplification, but it’s a good rule of thumb. also consider that long sentences can be used to build suspense, and if grammatical structure falls apart as the sentence goes on, it can indicate a spiraling mental state.

the same concept applies to paragraph and chapter length.

if you want a fast-paced story, think of each sentence, each paragraph, and each chapter as a cliffhanger for what happens next.

if you want a slower-paced story, take the time to establish key details.

and if you want balance, try to combine each of these elements! vary your lengths and scene types accordingly.

pacing in scene type

action scenes are usually fast-paced.

to speed up a scene, get your characters moving!

if there’s dialogue, keep it quick and snippy, but use it as a means to add variety to the central focus (the punching and kicking and whatnot).

descriptive scenes are usually slow-paced.

to slow down a scene, add sensory details. describe emotions. give us a glimpse into your characters’ inner worlds.

pacing in introspection

usually when characters are being pensive or reflective, it slows shit way down. they’re having an emotional moment, and need the proper time and space to do so.

this is not a bad thing! slowing down to give readers an idea of where the characters are mentally helps flesh them out while grounding them in reality.

but (!!!!!) your characters’ innermost thoughts can also be used to build suspense, which, in turn, speeds up the pacing!!!

if your character is piecing together a big reveal, build up their inner monologue.

long, detailed sentences slow things down, but if you’re following one continuous train of thought, it can make things faster.

you can leverage syntax (sentence structure) to change the pacing of a particular moment. an internal monologue beginning with proper structure and punctuation before gradually losing coherence and running together as one long thought can mirror fast, desperate thinking.

miscellaneous

research literary devices!! repetition can be used to enforce a sense of rhythm, and there are different types of repetition, such as anaphora and epistrophe (look those up).

quick pacing in a suspenseful scene creates a kind of pressure, and, at the climax of that scene, the pressure will break, leaving everyone to process what just happened. this is a perfect time to slow the pacing down!!

overall, mix different methods to balance out your pacing!

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"I am a catch"

Yeah that's what I've heard the police say..... or was it something about trying to catch you?

WIERD-GUY!!

#I will shoot your sodas

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And yet he chose me and not you

That he shall regret in the years to come.

#I am a catch #and cuter than you… #yet he chose you #a cockroach

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Congrats on finishing the epilogue! One step closer to finishing the game! Y'all best prepare your tissues, because the monster Jaune is gonna use her angst to make you all cry..... except for me

You don’t deserve Leo.

#ask #awwy #a world without you #thanks

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AYO CONGRATS

YESSSSSS. IM DONE!

#ask #awwy #a world without you #AWWY IS DONE #need to code it and edit but it’s done

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HAGSHSH CONGRATULATIONS!!!🥳🎉🎊

#it took me a while #but I finally did it #can’t wait to release it