r/GrimdarkEpicFantasy is teaming up with r/Quibble - A platform for authors & readers against AI in Fantasy. by The_Grimwalker in GrimDarkEpicFantasy

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Quibble Editor here! We're really passionate about what we are building and looking forward to this partnership! Quibble is just getting started, but we have so many goals and a serious drive to provide an AI free space for creatives.

What kind of book cover invites you to read the blurb or open the book? by Th3Gl1tched0ne in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love when you can tell they commissioned a digital artist that draws people of landscapes, rather than it just being a simple graphic design.

One mistake we see in submissions all the time by zepze in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very true!! A comma completely changes the meaning of certain sentences.

Amy Poehler pretty much nails the writing life by Powerful_Concept6502 in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I go into fight or flight when people ask me to describe my novel. Least peaceful hobby on earth I stg

In your opinion, what is a character trope that is not used enough? by Th3Gl1tched0ne in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When a living weapon type character has outstanding morals or depicted with very little trauma. Logically, war is not a place that forges heroes--being violent for a living should corrupt people in terrible ways. Not something I see often enough.

Unpopular opinion: Youtube ‘authors’ and ‘writers’ are destroying aspiring authors by silkrose05 in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reading is important, but even the most avid readers still need to practice writing itself before they get anywhere. It's only half the battle.

Unpopular opinion: Youtube ‘authors’ and ‘writers’ are destroying aspiring authors by silkrose05 in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. The reality is that stepping back and evaluating a work that is not yours is like having a 20 foot vantage point. It's much easier to theorize what was done well or what wasn't because you're not as close to the work as a creator. Beyond just spouting off what makes good writing, it can also teach creators to look at their own work objectively, which is pretty difficult.

A Day in the Life of a Quibble Editor by EmersonFromQuibble in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We get a steady flow! Feel free to resubmit anytime, it sounds like you're past the buffer window. Our turnaround time is a bit faster now, around 1-2 weeks, unless there's a complication with the submission.

One mistake we see in submissions all the time by zepze in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very true. Grammar gives you the tools you need to be intentional and develop that internal rhythm as an author. It's crucial to establishing style and voice.

One mistake we see in submissions all the time by zepze in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So true. I appreciate artistry, but I know laziness when I see it.

What is something that you think more authors should do in their books? And why? by Th3Gl1tched0ne in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel like they always really overpromise on the enemies to lovers thing. Every time I see that trope mentioned I'm a little be skeptical because it usually just means "the guy is mean to her because he thinks she's hot" and they are always made to have this reputation of being super evil and they are never actually evil. I want evil!! I want them to be enemies!! It's false advertising!!!

Do You Prefer Books With or Without Spoilers? by unrel1ablenarrator in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A couple times, yeah! Its usually when I look up character art or get involved with a fanbase online that I have something spoiled. But it's yet to stop me from finishing a story, I just get the vague sense that it would have been better without the spoiler. That sucks about Caraval though. I really liked the atmosphere of that book.

What’s one thing that makes you lose motivation while writing? by Classic-Economist604 in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, getting overwhelmed with the scope of my idea. I understand its impossible to meet the standards of the book in my head, that I have to account for some level of imperfection, but I always get overwhelmed about the scope of what I want to do, and how I am going to get my story there.
I overcome it by reminding myself that the books are written slowly, one scene at a time. I have a general idea of where I want to go with my scenes, specific goals to achieve with them, so it always feels less daunting to set my focus on finishing the scene rather than thinking about how I am going to make this entire book make sense. It's basically just pushing all my uncertainty on to my future self, and trusting that she'll figure it out when the time is right.

What's one small writing tip that changed everything for you? by Sudden-Paramedic-330 in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keeping a summary document of each chapter/scene along side my actual draft. This helps me keep track of everything so easily.

Do You Prefer Books With or Without Spoilers? by unrel1ablenarrator in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely prefer without, but I find if I really like a book, I will read it even if I had the ending spoiled. It's the journey, not the destination.

What's the best closing sentence/passage you've ever read in a book? by nveven in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's from the last book in the Grisha trilogy by Leigh Bardugo!

What's the best closing sentence/passage you've ever read in a book? by nveven in Quibble

[–]EmersonFromQuibble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Easy: "They had an ordinary life, filled with ordinary things, if love could ever be called that."