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"Where to begin?
- that was the question, at what point to make the first mark? One line placed on the canvas committed her to innumerable risks, to frequent and irrevocable decisions. All that in idea seemed simple became in practice immediately complex; as the waves shape themselves symmetrically from the cliff top, but to the swimmer among them are divided by steep gulfs, and foaming crests. Still the risk must be run; the mark made."
From "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf
I wish other authors thought like this
hi mr gaiman! how are you? i've been meaning to ask this question ever since i've heard the first queen song in go, and i can't handle my curiosity anymore. did crowley ever got to meet freddie mercury? like actual, face to face, meeting him. and if he didn't, does he regret not seeing him while he was alive?
That's one for fanfiction, not for me to answer.
Genres
What is a genre?
A genre is a category that your story belongs to based on form, style, or subject matter.
Action/Adventure
Your book belongs to this genre if your characters are on a quest or journey to reach a concrete goal. Take The Lighting Thief by Rick Riordan. The goal is to return the lighting bolt to Zeus before summer solstice, or there will be war.
Fantasy
Your book belongs to this genre if the world in your story has a type of magic system, or includes mythical creatures. Think of Dragons, Centaurs, Pixie dust, et cetera.
Mystery
Your book belongs to this genre if the story centers around a question(Who, What, Where, Why, and How). Think of Criminal Minds, Mondays Not Coming, Lucifer, etc.
Romance
Your book belongs to this genre if your story centers around the romantic relationship of two or more characters. Think of Five Feet Apart, To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, Love, Simon, etc.
(Keep in mind, your story can belong to more than one genre. There are no limitations.)
If anyone has any questions, or feels as though I’ve left something out, feel free to let me know!
Plots
What is a plot?
A plot is the chain of events that make up the story in a book, movie, TV show, and the like. A plot generally consists of five major points: Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution/ Denouement.
Exposition:
This is the beginning of the story. Here, the reader is introduced to the setting, the characters, and the main conflict.
Rising Action:
This is where the story starts to get complicated. The conflict begins to escalate to a much bigger issue.
Climax:
This is the middle of the story. The characters may be panicking, as the conflict has reached its peak.
Falling Action:
By this point of the book, the characters may have thought of a solution to the issue and are implementing it. The story begins to cool down.
Resolution/Denouement:
This is the end of the story. The story is at a stopping point, the main issue resolved. If you’re writing a series, this may be where you would add the extra bit of information that leads into the next book.
What is a subplot?
A subplot is a plot that exists inside the main plot. An example being a group of characters working together to reach a concrete goal, but romantic tension existing between the two main characters at the same time - the subplot.
These are the only two I felt needed some clarification. If you have any questions, or feel as though I’ve missed something, feel free to let me know!
Character-driven vs Plot-driven Stories
What is a Character-driven story?
Character-driven stories gravitate toward intra and interpersonal relationships with the characters. Unlike a plot-driven story, these types of stories focus on how the character(s) arrives at a choice.
Readers tend to enjoy these types of stories because of the realistic characters authors write in those books. It allows the reader to see themselves or others in those characters, developing an emotional connection.
What is a Plot-driven story?
A Plot-driven story gravitates toward the external rather than the internal conflict. Unlike a character-driven story, these types of stories focus on the choice a character must make rather than what they do to get there.
Readers tend to enjoy these types of stories because of the well-constructed plot. Seeing a character in a situation they cannot control may provide a sense of purpose or familiarity for the reader.
(This is something my friend said she likes about plot-driven stories. It may be true for other readers, as well.)
Which is best?
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. There is no such thing as the “best” way to write a story. It all depends on preference.
If you want to write a story for an audience who will analyze your characters, write for that audience. If you want a story for an audience who will gravitate toward your well-constructed plot, write for that audience.
There is somebody out there who will love your book, I guarantee.
If you have any questions, or feel as though I’ve missed something, feel free to let me know!
Top Ten Tips for Beginner Writers
Understand
Writing is amazing. It is so satisfying to be able to hold your success, to see your success, to know your hard work paid off. On the opposing side, writing can be a pain. As unfair as it may seem, to succeed, you need to fail. Truthfully, writing is more than putting words on a page. In order to be a successful writer, you need to understand that.
Writer Friends
No one will understand a writer's mind better than a writer. Of course, every writer is different. Even so, they have been/are where you are. They will assist you in growing as a writer, probably better than any English teacher ever could.
First drafts
Think of a building. Obviously, you build from the floor upward. Essentially, your first draft is the foundation of your story - something to build upon. That being said, your first draft is not the story as the floor is not the building.
Keep Writing
As previously stated, in order to succeed, you need to fail. If you aspire to be a successful writer, you need to also understand that it is not the fact you fail, but whether you rise despite the failure. Furthermore, if you wish to improve, you need to continue writing beyond your mistakes.
Originality
Originality is not mandatory. If your plot derives from an AU, writing prompt, or already exists (a book or movie having the same general plot), your story does not lose its value. Some of the best stories exist more than once.
Yes, it counts.
If you post on Fanfiction, you are a writer. If you post on Wattpad, you are a writer. If you write, you are a writer. Your work is valid, no matter what you decide to do with it.
Writing Journals
There will come a time when the perfect idea hits you and you don't have access to a device. Sure, we operate digitally. Even so, invest in a journal. You’ll never know when you might need it.
Reading Books
Reading action packed books helps me understand how to effectively shift between a scene/moment in a chapter. Even if you’re not much of a reader, rest assured the techniques you wish to master are hidden in pages for you to observe.
Taking Advice (the irony is strong)
You will stumble upon posts instructing you on what to use in a sentence, what not to use, how to express emotion, et cetera. Keep in mind that not all of it will apply to you. Use the word “very” if you want to, end a sentence with a preposition if you would like, don’t name your chapters if you don’t feel like it. You are in charge of your story.
Taking Breaks
It is okay to take an hour break, or a week-long break, or even a three-month break. It does not make you any less of a writer. Do whatever you need to do to become the writer you aspire to be, even if that means not writing for a while.
If you have any questions, or feel I missed something, feel free to let me know!
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Beautiful, enriching and inspiring.
This is important, so I need to reblog this <3
so i noticed
that since that whole “no porn no more” rule of tumblr has been installed, it became very hard to find fics. Before when I used to type in “bucky x reader” I got a ton of fics, old and new. But now it’s just a dozen of posts, and I can’t find any of my faves. Luckily, I have bookmarked a lot of my favourite MCU reader insert fics.
Also, my own fics who I moved to this new blog had hundreds of notes in days - and now they have less than ten each. I assume because they don’t have the same visibility because they have bad words that tumblr no likey.
so here’s a list of authors (fics in next post) . Let’s spread these lists and reblog each other’s fics, because if Tumblr won’t let us find porn to read - we’ll find it for each other.
AUTHORS
@221bshrlocked
@thatonefromyourdreams
@youngmoneymilla
@fvckingavengers
@avasparks
@papi-chulo-bucky
@becaamm
@ after-avenging-hours
@yesbucky
@ugh-supersoldiers
@lenavonschweetz
@persephone-is-here-omg
@loricameback (@loriwrites)
@theycallmebucky
Photo and poem are mine.
Happy Birthday, Ray Bradbury!
August 22, 1920
“I’ll make a sound that’s so alone that no one can miss it, that whoever hears it will weep in their souls, and hearths will seem warmer, and being inside will seem better to all who hear it in the distant towns.”
The Fog Horn, Ray Bradbury
As a rather new tumblr member I am still astonished which kinds of days this community commemorates/celebrates/comes up with. You learn something new along the way.
Even though I am an avid reader I haven´t peeked into one of these books yet (but I have heard about them), which might have to change in the future. And since I am always up for broadening my horizon and getting to know new authors and their work(s) both books are coming on my TBR-list. I just have to answer the question in which language I want to read them (first). Might start with german, since its my mother tongue. 🤔
Anyways to all who happen to have a special place in their hearts and minds for the may 25th: Have a good one! 🪻💜🥚
As Pratchett wrote once: „Do you not know that a man is not dead while his name is still spoken?“
Both men might not be alive anymore, but as long as their names are still spoken and their books are cherished, they might live on. TODAY IS A DAY TO REMEMBER THAT AND READ! Are you currently in between pages of one of those books?
Further notice: a towel, a certain color and/or lilacs are keyfigures today! Preparing for the upcoming one…
Crisis in South Sudan: What you need to know and how to help
👇👇 DONATE HERE 👇👇
https://gofund.me/5adf5bf9
South Sudan faces economic collapse, political instability, worsening food insecurity and climate shocks. Without urgent action, these challenges could deepen the country’s humanitarian crisis.
The ongoing war in Sudan has created a growing economic crisis for South Sudan. Almost all of South Sudan’s government income comes from oil, which must be exported through Sudan. As of the publication of the 2025 Emergency Watchlist
Families are struggling with hyperinflation, a steep drop in the value of their currency, and food prices that were over 95% higher in July 2024 compared to the previous year. The war in Sudan puts South Sudan’s entire economy at serious risk of collapse.
Ongoing insecurity in South Sudan puts civilians—especially women and children—at high risk of violence, exploitation and abuse. Local conflicts could intensify in 2025 as economic problems lead to more violence. South Sudan’s first elections have been repeatedly delayed, leading to a series of protests. Meanwhile, the peace deal that ended the 2013–2018 civil war expired in February 2025.
AS OF THE LGBTQ REFUGEES 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
The law in the country criminalizes LGBTQ practice in the country, as of 2025 there's about 500 LGBT 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ refugees living in a camp located in Juba city known as GOROM refugee camp. However there's too much homophobic people which puts the life of the Queer folks at risks. The challenges of food,water and medicine 💊 is also a day to day struggle to them.
To top the list, USAID has been cut off from south Sudan which has posed greater risks of the HIV positive LGBTQ refugees at death ☠️ stances.
We call upon anyone who has a heart ❤️ to help and sympathizes with humanity to stand up for this queer folks . You can donate anything you have . Link 🔗 below 👇👇
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The closer one gets to realizing his destiny the more that destiny becomes his true reason for being.
The Alchemist// Paulo Coelho
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Yall I need advice from other writers!
So a fellow reader just brought it to my attention that someone has been using my fics and posting them on Wattpad. They arent claiming them as their own and they are crediting me HOWEVER I still dont fully know how to feel. If this has happened to you before PLEASE reach out a girl needs help!!
☝️ i agree
Smell of books plays a major role along with Plot, in portaling readers into another dimension.
Why can't authors write all the books in a series and release them at once, so that it benefits both the writer and readers. Readers can read all the books in the series without feeling like dying after a book ends and also there's no other joy than coming out of room after finishing a whole series. Authors can relax at their villa on vacation or plan for another series!!
Congrats! 36,000 is not only a lot more words than many might give it credit for, but also (and especially since yours is just in notes) going to be a lot of good words.
Crazy to think that I’ve written over 36,000 words for my current book: The Daughter of Magic.
I feel two emotions:
1. excitement because it’s mostly notes
2. Dread because it’s mostly notes
Serious question: is 11 writing projects (long fanfics or novels) too many?