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Question What is the best approach to balancing reading and writing for improving my writing skill?
A while ago, I would casually read and and casually write, and I was satisfied with what I achieved. But that all changed when people started suggesting that "readers are better writers" and the like. As a result, I started switching between periods of only reading for learning and not enjoying what ...
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almost 9 years ago
Question Can I write a Hero's Journey without them leaving an Ordinary World? (Monomyth template)
I was recently taught about the Hero-Journey template Instead of the Hero leaving the Ordinary World, can they remain and the Ordinary World changes and/or warps (possibly along with the Hero)? And what if I absolutely do not want an Ordinary World; could I omit the Ordinary World completely or have...
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almost 9 years ago
Question Is it good/bad/neutral to introduce a character's day to day life if it's immediately going to be drastically changed?
So I'm writing a science fantasy WiP and I'm unsure how to introduce the characters and their background, day-to-day life if that's all going to change after the inciting incident. So in question format, is it good/bad/neutral to introduce a character's day to life if that's going to change , and if...
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almost 9 years ago
Question Gratuitous use of magic: poor writing and/or unenjoyable?
Many of my characters, main, side, and recurring all have a suite of magic abilities. So will them constantly using magic be annoying? Will it make the magic stale? What tips should I follow and what should I avoid?
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about 9 years ago