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cantsleephomesick · 8 months
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im in a constant state of trying to calm down
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dumblr · 2 years
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sacredwilderness · 5 months
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At night
while he slept
I planted stars
in the ground
that-
they might
grow up to become
galaxies
and spell out
my own revolving love letter
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necroticintellect · 5 months
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best advice for getting everyone to like my writing? new author and I wanna build a big audience :3
Well, firstly I have to tell you that inevitably, everyone will not like your writing. I'm actually happy to tell you this since you're a new author, because this is an important piece of knowledge to carry. Now, this doesn't at all mean that your writing isn't good, but the reality of the world is that everything is not for everyone.
Getting a negative comment can be discouraging, but once again, in the harsh world of being a writer...it's the inevitable. So my first piece of advice is to drop the "I want everyone to like me" mentality while it's early enough, because that's setting yourself up for a world of heartache.
Instead, I want YOU to like your writing. I want YOU to be proud of what you write. Just like there's always going to be people that won't, there's always going to be people that will. So when you get that negative comment, it'll be all the more easy to brush off, since you like what you do.
I could have easily answered this question with hoards of "use vivid details and great dialogue" blah blah blah, but as I've informed you, no matter what you do, it will not suit everyone. So don't even put your energy into following someones "how to make everyone love your writing in 10 easy steps" guide or whatever, because that's when you lose yourself in a people-pleasing whirlwind.
What you write should unapologetically appeal to you, and your audience will find you. This may take a month, it may take three. Be patient, have fun with it, use tags, it'll work out for you. But never try to alter your style to please everyone, because that will only result in a never ending cycle of rebranding every other week.
Best of luck 🌹
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sweetbabyloveallday · 7 months
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I want to feel this
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writing-with-sophia · 3 months
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I usually find myself using the same range of ages in my stories (young adults, teens), and just plotting a crime story, I realized how unrealistic it was to have almost every single character in early stages of adulthood, especially the team researching the case. Of course I have in mind a lack of experience in certain things for them and stuff but it's pretty hard for me to do older or much younger characters idk why 😭 what would u recommend? Is it somehow bad not to have a variety of ages or making it less realistic? It makes me feel like I'm doing a teen novel, sry for my english and uh ty <3
How to include a broader spectrum of ages in stories
Well, in fact, it's not necessarily bad to focus on a specific age range in your stories, as long as it serves the narrative and the themes you want to explore. If you find it difficult to write for a wide range of ages, you can certainly focus on teenagers. A story about young detectives can also be engaging and exciting, right? But if you want to incorporate a variety of ages to add depth and richness to your story, here are a few suggestions to help you:
Tip 1: Develop characters
Create well-rounded characters of different ages, each with their own distinct personalities, perspectives, and life experiences. Develop their backstories, motivations, and goals in a way that reflects the impact of their age on their thoughts and actions.
Then, explore how age can influence characters' motivations, goals, and challenges. Older characters may bring wisdom, life experiences, and a different perspective, while younger characters may have a sense of idealism, curiosity, and growth potential. By considering age-related motivations, you can create more dynamic and believable characters.
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Tip 2: Build relationships for characters
At different ages, people develop various types of relationships. For example, a 16-year-old girl may have relationships with peers, teachers, and family members, while an adult man may have relationships with family, coworkers, and friends in social settings.
Relationships between older mentors and younger proteges, or clashes between generations, can add depth and conflict to your story. These interactions can also provide opportunities for growth and learning for your characters.
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Tip 3: Pay attention to characters' dialogue and language
The vocabulary, tone, and communication styles of characters from different age groups are different. Younger characters may use contemporary slang or have a more informal way of speaking, while older characters may have a more formal or seasoned approach. You can observe closely how the elders around you communicate and make notes in a notebook.
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Tip 4: Research
If you find it challenging to write characters of different ages, consider conducting research or seeking firsthand experiences from people of those age groups. As mentioned above, you can make a small notebook to record the words, actions and behaviors of people around you in certain situations. Reality is always a great source of information if you know how to take advantage of it.
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Tip 5: Beta and feedback
You can share your work with beta readers or writing groups that include individuals from various age groups. Their feedback can offer valuable insights and help you refine the portrayal of different age groups in your story.
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Remember, storytelling is an art, and there are no set rules. Ultimately, it's about finding a balance that aligns with your creative vision while ensuring your story resonates with a diverse audience. Embracing a variety of ages can add depth and realism to your stories, expanding the scope of your narratives and making them more relatable to readers of different backgrounds and experiences.
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dr3c0mix · 2 months
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I wanna investigate your brain, see what's going on in there that helps you give detailed descriptions of characters and your writing/drawing skills 😭
Yes, I am in fact struggling to write essays due to my lack of will or just because I can't 😭🙏
only thing i can say is pinterest, movies, books
literally thats it
dont be afraid to use existing media as inspo for your writing, read similar works, look at pictures on pinterest to help you organize your thoughts and feelings!
impressionism and expressionism big big part of my writing
find a way to convey the feeling you want the reader to feel through writing
but never forget to put your little spin on your writingnngngn
also never use the same word twice and close together!! (thats a personal rule of mine)
like dont just use the ocean to describe blue eyes, use sapphire, a clear sky on a breezy day! use synonyms! go crazy!
hmm hmmm and and be concise, remember that you need your words to flow and such
detailed descriptions? uhhhh main inspo is TAWOG im not kidding
accurate but over the top roasts
a red dress? how would you describe the shade of red? the fabric? the design?
a fiery red silk dress that seemed to gleam in the dim lighting like a priceless treasure
be specific on the desciption!!
sparkle, glimmer, gleam, shine are subtly different
terrifying, eerie, horrifying, uneasy are subtly different
and also, dont forget to have fun! if its not fun to write, its not worth your time
if you have to write it, might as well make it fun to write!
do something that interests you or find ways to make the process more enjoyable for you!
thats kinda all i have for now :) hope it helps!!
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maeswrites · 3 months
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flowers, even once wilted and dried out, will still continue to drink the water you sit them in.
a desperate attempt at five extra minutes of life.
mae s. // random sad thoughts i have.
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sweethoneyrose83 · 3 months
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Writing prompts centered around the concept of found footage:
1. The Lost Expedition: A team of adventurers embarks on a journey to uncover a mythical artifact in an uncharted jungle. However, the only traces left behind are their scattered cameras and tapes. Write a story piecing together their eerie and mysterious final moments through the recovered footage.
2. The Haunted House: A group of friends decides to spend a night in an abandoned mansion known for its ghostly reputation. They bring cameras to document their experience, but as the night progresses, strange occurrences intensify. What horrors do they capture, and what secrets does the footage reveal about the house's past?
3. Unexplained Phenomenon: A series of inexplicable events start occurring in a small town. People begin disappearing, and strange lights are seen in the sky. As investigators dig deeper, they stumble upon various recordings showcasing these occurrences. Write about the investigation based on these found tapes and unravel the truth behind the bizarre happenings.
4. The Cryptic Signal : A radio operator intercepts a distress signal coming from a remote area. All they find at the site are tapes and recordings left behind by a scientific team. The footage depicts encounters with something inexplicable. What did they discover, and what caused their distress?
5. Time Capsule: A collection of old tapes and footage is discovered buried in a time capsule. The recordings document daily life from decades ago, but among the mundane footage, there are hints of something much darker. Unravel the mystery hidden within these seemingly ordinary recordings.
Feel free to explore these prompts, twisting and turning them to fit your own narrative ideas!
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vesper-brown · 4 months
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"I'm nothing in my soul if not obsessive."
The Secret History
Donna Tartt
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magdamateo · 3 months
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cantsleephomesick · 10 months
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what if one day
i wake up
and i dont want to do it anymore
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totallyastoneart · 2 months
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remembering death means remembering life
don't make me do this again
I'll live my life to the fullest, be present, connected, love. but please don't make me do this again
no more, no heaven, no hell, no afterlife
I'm so tired
to love is to suffer. and I find the beauty in that suffering and I love it. and it hurts.
I have loved so much
I love so much
I'm tired
please, don't make me do this again
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sacredwilderness · 4 months
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There are moments
Where I feel as though
If I do not write
that I might have to bleed
just to release
everything inside of me
And then at other times
I'm so empty
that not a single drop
will come forward
Nothing grows then
My spirit feels like winter
Stuck in hibernation
I float in my own inner Space
Between galaxies
Sometimes restless
searching for something
I don't have the words to define
Inspirationally void
Hollow as an echo
traveling forward
hoping to find something
solid
When I least expect it
words come to me
like springtime sunshine
I'm swept up by the breeze
I'm taken by the hand of
a lover
to pages waiting and wanting-
Poetry is how I found
myself
When I thought I was
completely lost
A free medicine
at my fingertips
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necroticintellect · 6 months
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Ophélie
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A short tale written off of the 1867 Jean-Baptiste Bertrand painting "Ophélie".
A/N: I'm quite proud of this. Just wrote out what I saw and added a little narrative to it.
The mellow vibrato of pigeons rang throughout the woods, accompanied by the hi-hat symphony of crickets in the distance. Somewhere—the deep timbre of a tiger's hum worked as nature's bassline, while the various creeks of flowing water emitted the rawest riff. 
Nature was in full swing.
Ophélie rested within one of the shallow creeks—immersed in the frigid water and melodic comfort of the night. Clusters of ivy, jasmine and pine clung to the sodden earth in scattered groups—a single pine cone working as a colony of ants's temporary shelter.
Her iridescent flesh seemed to reflect the hoards of stars that gleamed down from a dense canvas of black—their glow splaying over the valleys of her face in streaks with desperation to peek through obscuring trees.
Ophélie reclined on her back, with her head slightly lolled to the side. Her thick, orangey tresses did little to prevent the creek's water from assaulting her ear—but as she clutched an arrangement of flowers against her cheek, there was one particular thought assaulting her conscience that prevailed above everything else.
"Is it possible to become one with nature—or will I forever stay a spectator to the orchestra?" 
A silly little thought, indeed—but Ophélie remained in deep consideration as the dampened petals brushed against her face.
Truthfully, she wouldn't choose to spend her nights any other way.
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vixenthorn · 5 months
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I could write a poetic 40 chapter novel with beautiful character development and deep meaning but the second I have to write a simple paper for school, I’m brain dead.
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