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What’s in a Name? Maybe a Story
What’s in a name? Sometimes quite a lot, but sometimes not. The more important the character the more time I spend selecting a name. Thus, of course, protagonists require a lot of time. What if, though, a protagonist is more … Continue reading
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Expanding Worldbuilding – The Ever Giving Gift
There are many worldbuilding elements that are set in stone once created. Those published are a good example. It’s also dangerous to tinker with rules of magic once established or contradictions can creep into storytelling. There are, though, aspects worthy … Continue reading
What If SpellCheck Was More Interactive?
Okay, it’s time I addressed SpellCheck. Well, actually, the red underline beneath words. It crossed my mind that it’s hostile, even angry. A case could be made that’s judgmental, that it’s telling me I’m a failure, not good enough. Yes, … Continue reading
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How I Made a Prequel More than Backstory
Prequels, I’d long believed, were backstory shared all at once, but when one demanded I tell it I reevaluated. I’ve long wanted to share it’s unusual history, but it also risks spoilers. Therefore, I’ll focus on my approach, not the … Continue reading
Worldbuilding with Storytelling Purpose
Build your world, not for the sake of worldbuilding, but to set the proper stage for the stories you wish to tell. There exists lists containing the questions to ask yourself when creating a fantasy world, but that isn’t my … Continue reading
Using Character Portraits
I’ve mentioned my character portraits in passing before, and even displayed a couple, but I haven’t gone into depth about the how and why. That why would include, not just why I like having them, but also why I use … Continue reading
The 7 (Flexible) Stages in My Editing Plan
What edits do you do? Do you go through your story a set number of times? Are you addressing specific issues or tackling what strikes you in the moment? Do you consider whether one issue should come before another? As … Continue reading
The Road Through Self-Doubt Paved with Growth
Self-doubt is insidious because it, like depression, tells you lies. It’s a prosecuting attorney in the court of your life where it’s up to you to lead the defense. As the defense attorney, you need evidence, proof that you’re right. … Continue reading
If I Must Choose, I Choose Ontyre
At the beginning of the year, I mentioned I was becoming disillusioned with the state where I live. I’m not going to go into all that, but I am going to examine the implications for my writing. You see, I … Continue reading
The Painful Road to Learning How I Learn
My rocky relationship with spelling is, in many ways, my writing journey in a nutshell. Maybe even my life. In the beginning, in elementary school, my struggles meant self-consciousness and low self-esteem. My spelling issues meant writing was more difficult … Continue reading
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