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You extracted yourself from the boring conversation about substitutes for guacamole using dried beans with a forced smile and a muttered "excuse me". Another cocktail party in the apocalypse... These Alexandrians were fucking clueless.
Daryl was standing in the corner with a beer in his hand looking supremely uncomfortable and unapproachable. You wandered over and leaned up against the wall next to him. "Well, this is... something..." you said.
"Mmm," he hummed, watching you take a deep drink from your beer.
You glanced over at him again and smiled at the shine in his clean hair and the nice clothes he'd pulled on for the occasion of this stupid party. "You look really nice," you said.
He ducked his head and twirled the glass bottle in his hands nervously. "Nah... just showered for once," he growled.
"I get to decide if you look nice. And you do. Really," you said, catching his blue eyes again.
"Thanks," he murmured. "Ya look—well... way better than me," he drawled, ducking his head again. You smiled at his apparent shyness. "Think I might just slip outta here soon, though. Not like anybody would notice..."
"Oh, no you don't!" you said hurriedly. You slipped your arm through his and moved into him more closely. "If I have to suffer through this nonsense, then so do you," you laughed.
He glanced over at you, surprised by your closeness and touch. He gulped. "If ya keep standin' like this with me, people are gonna think—" he broke off, his face flushing.
"Think what?" you asked, smiling up at him, your eyes bright.
"Think we're—ya know..."
"Together?" you suggested softly.
He chewed on his bottom lip. "Mhm," he hummed.
You cocked an eyebrow up at him. "Is that a problem for you? You don't want to be seen with me?" you joked.
"What? No—I—"
"I'm kidding, Daryl. Let people think whatever they want. You're mine," you laughed. "At least for tonight."
Daryl gulped nervously. "Alrigh'... I ain't gonna argue with that..."
Prompt: "Oh no you don't! If I have to suffer through this nonsense then so do you!"
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allaboutlov3 · 14 hours
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I can’t stop thinking about the discussion James and Regulus must have had when Harry was sorted into Gryffindor. James would smirk at Regulus for a looooong time.
But oh how sweet Regulus comeback was when Harry was chosen as seeker for the quidditch team.
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akwardsilince · 22 hours
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Person A: "Don't be stupid."
Person B: "Like. Temporarily...?"
Person A: "I mean, permanently would be nice but I'm not going to ask much of you."
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ssoofiiaa · 12 hours
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something i wrote for him
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journalsofanaesthete · 18 hours
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Writing is not a hobby, writing is something I must do to survive in this insane world. It's like breathing.
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novlr · 13 hours
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I once saw a piece of writing advice that spoke to the idea that you should start and end a chapter differently. I suppose the idea was that it helps keep the story moving along. I thought it was good advice but didn't like the post and therefore cannot find the full explanation of this point. Do you have any advice like this? For starting and ending a chapter?
As a creative writer, you’re always looking for ways to improve your craft and keep your readers engaged. One piece of advice that can help you achieve this is by starting and ending chapters differently.
This technique can help keep your story moving forward and maintain your reader’s interest, but it is not the only technique you should employ. Like any other part of your writing, it’s all about variation, and knowing what serves your story best is the most fundamental part of improving your writing’s craft.
Starting a chapter
When it comes to starting a chapter, there are several techniques you can employ to grab your reader’s attention and propel your story forward. One effective method is to begin with action, throwing your character into the middle of a scene and immediately drawing the reader in. Alternatively, you can introduce a new character to shake up the story’s dynamics or change the setting to signal a shift in the narrative.
Opening with dialogue is another great way to quickly establish the scene and provide context for the reader. You might also consider posing a question that piques their curiosity or describing a vivid sensory experience to immerse them in the moment. Ultimately, the key is to experiment with different approaches and find what works best for the chapter you’re writing.
Ending a chapter
When it comes to ending a chapter, there are several effective techniques you can use to keep your readers engaged and eager to turn the page. One popular method is to end with a cliffhanger. You can then open the next chapter with something mundane. An example of this would be the shocking entrance of someone unexpected at the end of one chapter, then opening the next chapter with the revelation that is just the goofy uncle the character hasn’t seen in a while. Alternatively, you can resolve a minor conflict, giving the reader a sense of satisfaction while still leaving larger issues unresolved to continue into the next chapter.
Another option is to introduce a new complication, presenting an obstacle or twist that raises the stakes and propels the story forward. You might also consider ending with a revelation, where a character discovers something important or experiences a significant realisation that shifts their perspective.
Creating a sense of anticipation by hinting at what’s to come in the next chapter is another effective way to keep readers engaged, or you can end with a strong image or emotion that leaves a lasting impression on the reader. Experiment using these endings with the opening examples above, and you’ll soon find that there’s a rhythm you develop that suits your writing style.
Variation is key
The key to effectively starting and ending chapters is to mix things up and keep your readers on their toes. Don’t rely on the same techniques every time; instead, experiment with different approaches to find what works best for your story. By varying your chapter beginnings and endings, you’ll create a more engaging and dynamic reading experience that will resonate with readers.
For some chapters, a clear break will work really well, like the example of a cliffhanger that opens the next chapter with something far more ordinary than the reader was expecting. But other chapters will be well served by a simple continuation of the scene. Pacing isn’t dictated on a chapter-by-chapter basis alone; it’s all about the overall arc of the story and how everything fits together. There are no hard and fast rules for how to begin and end a chapter, so in the end, it all comes down to trial and error and seeing what feels right in service of the story you want to tell.
Additional tips
In addition to the techniques mentioned above, there are a few more tips to keep in mind when starting and ending chapters. Varying your chapter lengths can help keep the pacing dynamic and prevent the story from feeling predictable (although some stories are served by consistent length, so do follow your intuition here). Using transitions, like transitional phrases or imagery, can smoothly connect the end of one chapter to the beginning of the next.
Experimenting with different techniques and reading widely to study how other authors begin and end their chapters can provide valuable inspiration and insight. And don’t be afraid to rewrite your chapter openings and endings in as many versions as you like to see what works for you.
Ultimately, trust your instincts; if a particular starting or ending technique feels right for your chapter and serves your story well, then that’s the one you should go with.
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coffeexxcigarettes · 24 hours
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Blown Fuse
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Perhaps the numbness
Isn't the absence of emotion
But the overwhelm of them.
The way laying down
With your pet
Cracks sunlight through the shell.
The way I think
Seeing you in all black
Could pull me out of this hell.
Perhaps the numbness
Came in the night.
When your body ached with so many feelings,
Too big for your frame.
Your soul cracked open,
And said
"Don't worry.
We'll feel these again,
Someday."
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allaboutlov3 · 13 hours
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Shipnames #plshelp
Okay, Sirius-ly (can't stop, won't stop), all of your ship names are just beyond beautiful - starchaser, sunseeker, wolfstar, rosekiller, flowerpot idk, you name it (hah, indeed you geniuses did) they're so...superior. Is there something similar for Draco and Harry (like not Drarry obvsly)? 'Cause I didn't find it until now, I think. But my boring, lame head could never make one up as good as yours, so yeah, pls help. thank uuuu! ♥
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whatwewrotepodcast · 15 hours
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Reading your old writing like . . .
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bleakandhollow · 16 hours
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deleted your number from my phone, but not from my mind, still have the urge to call you almost every night, but what would i say to someone who chose to leave, to someone who left me with nothing but ghosts to grieve?
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nebula--nix · 7 hours
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writeblr intro!
Hello! My name is Phoenix (though you can also call me Nix). This is my writeblr (and also my main so I occasionally post other stuff here too)!
A little more about me:
In my 20s
Nonbinary (he/they pronouns)
Queer and on the aroace spectrum
Neurodivergent/disabled (autism, ADHD, and some other stuff)
What I write:
Young adult, science fiction, and fantasy
Currently I have two WIPs
The first WIP is Heroic, a young adult novel about teenage superheroes (no intro post yet)
Second WIP is Quantum Immortality (intro post coming soon), and is a science fiction novel about an amnesiac stuck in a time loop where he dies at the end
My stories pretty much always have LGBTQ+ main characters, and often feature polyamorous relationships
I also write random articles about whatever catches my interest over at Medium, I might share ones on writing here at some point
I occasionally write fanfiction as well, maybe I'll share that here at some point but who knows
What I read:
Honestly not sure how to describe my taste in books, but I like genres like YA, science fiction, fantasy, you name it
I'm a massive fan of the Locked Tomb series by Tamsyn Muir which should tell you all you need to know about me
Currently I am rereading the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series
You can find me on Storygraph as well (I refuse to use Goodreads)
Other places you can find me:
Bluesky
Witchy Tumblr
Ko-fi
Mastodon
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kaylinalexanderbooks · 18 hours
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Find the word
Thanks to @loopyhoopywrites here and @dyrewrites here!
My words: broken, whole, together, crane, sweetly, smirk, bite, fall, red, black, shrub, street
Your words: provide, surface, cream, road
Tagging @badluck990 @andyswritings @rickie-the-storyteller @cat-esper @winterandwords @reignofartonline-blog @pertinax--loculos @leahnardo-da-veggie @elsie-writes @writernopal @little-peril-stories @mysticstarlightduck @thegreatobsesso + anyone else!
TSP intro
TSP tag list (ask to be +/-): @thepeculiarbird @illarian-rambling @televisionjester @finchwrites
Keep reading for:
Ash struggles with her locker
Alium forest description
William's experiment worked!
Noelle and Hye-Jin's height difference
Liam is concerned about Maddie
Ash wants to join robotics
Unibison burger
Carmen is annoyed
Color analysis with Robbie and Akash
Maddie shapeshifts
Ecology with Lexi
The moms talk
Don't worry the excerpts are much shorter this time due to length
Broken - from The Secret Portal Part One (Lexi POV)
My locker was in the math hallway, right next to Ash’s and her Pre-AP class. I came up to her struggling with her broken locker again. “How was your birthday?” I asked as I spun my lock. “Alright,” said Ash, spinning hers. “God, I hate this thing. In band, Mr. Taylor had everyone play ‘Happy Birthday.’ He had a score and everything.” She pulled up on the handle. When the locker didn’t open, she pulled in rapid succession. She swore under her breath and set her binder on the ground. She used her now-free hand to push against the locker and began to input the combination again. I laughed as I slammed my locker shut. “How’d Gwen like that?” Ash scoffed. “She loved it.” She pulled the handle again. “Ha-ha!” she said when it opened. “Doing that from now on.”
Whole - from The Secret Portal Part One (Lexi POV)
I blinked my eyes until the spots disappeared and they adjusted to the normal light. A piney scent hit my nose, but it was interlaced with some fruity smell. I now surveyed my surroundings and realized I now lay in the middle of a forest—a pleasant juxtaposition to being in the middle of nowhere. Well, maybe I was still “nowhere,” though the variety of plants was nice. Woah, a big variety. There were ferns of all sorts of colors with a wide variety of leaf shapes. I lay in a cluster of magenta flora I didn’t know the name of. I noticed the humidity was back, but the air was cool enough to where I didn’t remove my hoodie. A soft rustling of leaves above my head with interesting bird sounds gave the whole place a magical feel. It was… venerating. That was a good word.
Together - from The Secret Portal Part One
The snakefly’s wings continued to rapidly beat together, then slowed as if stuck in treacle. It froze midair, dropping to the ground by the forces of gravity. William let out a sound that would have caused him to flush if anyone was around to witness as he abruptly shot out of his seat. He cleared his throat, though still vibrating from excitement, then called his wife on the comm. “Atsila! Atsila! I did it!”
Crane - from The Secret Portal Part Two (Noelle POV)
“Well, in that case, maybe we should sit down?” “Why?” “So neither of us hurt our necks,” I stated. Most of the time when people talked to me they took a couple steps back so they wouldn’t have to crane their necks too far back. Hye-Jin was not doing that, and opted to stand pretty close. Maybe she didn’t know much about personal space. Regardless, she had to bend her neck practically all the way back, and I had to bend mine all the way down, and my neck was frankly starting to really hurt. I already had bad posture from doing that my whole life. “Oh, yeah, duh, um, sure.”
Sweetly Gently - from The Secret Portal Part Two (Maddie POV)
Liam bit his lip like he was trying not to laugh, but he looked angry about it. He sighed, pressing his palms together and resting his forehead against the tips of his fingers. “I did this so I could see where your gaps were in my teaching. You have shifting down very well. Now, you need to assess yourself and how you’re doing. And Sam is right. You’re done for today.” “It’s not even lunch, though.” “Then the morning, but no heavy stuff after this, okay?” I ran my tongue over my braces. “Alright.” “Go take a shower,” Liam said, more gently than he usually spoke. I nodded, then slowly headed toward the elevators.
Smirk - from The Secret Portal Part Two (Lexi POV)
I looked around to see if anyone was nearing us, and my eyes landed on Greyson Buchan. He took the eye contact as an excuse to quicken his pace toward us. “Hey, Lexi!” He handed a flier out. “Wanna join the robotics club?” “Robotics club?” Ash repeated, taking the flier before I could. “Hm. That actually sounds kinda interesting.” “What happened to not having any time?” I asked, smirking slightly. Ash matched my smirk. “I’ll make time.”
Bite - from The Secret Portal Part One (Ash POV)
George walked over to an array of buttons on one of the walls. In a streak of orange, he pressed some of them, faster than the naked eye could have seen. Below the buttons was a small alcove, from which he pulled out a meaty sandwich that resembled a cheeseburger, but I sensed wasn't cow. “Metabolism,” George explained again. “Sorry. But hey, you should try our program’s unibison meat. To die for.” He took a bite of the unibison burger and sighed. “Unibison?” Lexi whispered to me. “I assume it’s a unicorn. But a bison.”
Fall - from The Secret Portal Part One (Maddie POV)
“This is stupid,” I said, crossing my arms. “You’re messing with me because you think I’m a child who can fall for this. Well, I’m not.” “Well,” said Dr. Asghar, “you are a child.” “I’m an adolescent.” Dr. Asghar’s jaw clenched so hard it looked like she was biting her own teeth off.
Red - from The Secret Portal Part Two (Robbie POV)
“I feel like I’d have to include the word ‘scarlet’ in my name somewhere.” “Why?” “Because it’s the color of my powers.” “Oh, I thought it was because it was the color of your jacket.” I looked down to see I was, indeed, wearing a red jacket. “Nah, this isn’t the exact color. It’s more… hold on.” I pulled out my phone, typing in “shades of red” into the search bar. “Um, uh… vermillion.” “What the hell is vermillion?” I showed him. He nodded. “I’d actually say your powers are more vermillion than your sweater. Your sweater is more… la—” He squinted at the screen. “La-ter-i-tious. Lateritious? That’s a color?”
Black - from The Secret Portal Part One (Maddie POV)
Orange and white fur tore out of the follicles of my skin, with high-frequency black stripes coating my body. My skull squatched and stretched and crunched into a new form, ears and muzzle rearranging themselves into a feline structure. My spine and hips warped and elongated into a longer torso, stretching into a tail, contourting until I had no choice but to put my hands, morphing into padded paws, on the ground. My nails grew alarmingly quick into claws I could retract, my teeth burst out of my gums into fangs. My entire body tensed in the exhilarating pain. Once I was comfortably in the complete form, I almost collapsed out of relief. I opened my eyes, looking up at Liam, who smiled down at me. “For a small tiger, you’re pretty big, kiddo.”
Shrub(bery) - from The Secret Portal Part One (Lexi POV)
A movement in nearby teal shrubbery caused me to jump, but even more shocking was the creature that emerged: a bright blue hedgehog. Wait, hedgehogs aren’t native to America, right? Was this someone’s pet that got loose because it was mad it was dyed blue? That was the only rational explanation, unless I was somehow in Australia. It seemed like the type of place to have blue hedgehogs.
Street - from The Secret Portal Part One
��Is it supposed to take this long?” Mrs. Morgan shrugged. “I’m not sure. I left Alium before Lexi was born—I’m not sure I even like the idea of her joining the Aequales, even as a self-defense course.” She paused. “Was Hannah this long?” “Hannah….” Mrs. Hathaway tried to remember how long her stepdaughter took on Alium a few years before. “A while, but not four hours.” She looked up at the brick wall of the school, only illuminated by the street lamps. It was hard to believe that her husband and daughters were from a dimension secluded behind that wall. Why, if she hadn’t seen Dean show off his powers, she likely wouldn’t have believed him. It did explain why he was always eating. “I hope we don’t get arrested for trespassing.”
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awleeofficial · 1 month
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I saw a very blunt Instagram comment today that told a writer, "AI is going to steal your job soon. You may want to choose something else." It was so nonchalant and casual, like what was just said wasn't heartbreaking to hear.
Can we writers just make a pact just to... not quit? Can we not give in so easily? Can we actually fight to keep our professions and continue to share our own original work? I will never expect writing to be my main source of income, but that does not mean I'm so willing to give it up for the sake of some robot.
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vavandeveresfan · 14 days
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lannegarrett · 20 days
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I know adverbs are controversial, but "said softly" means something different than "whispered" and this is the hill I will die on.
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catfayssoux · 2 months
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Me when I finally sit down to write:
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*high pitched electrical whine*
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