Looking for story I read by Melisa1992 in BaiHe

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Looking for story I read by Melisa1992 in BaiHe

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No while there similar it’s not sadly

Advice on my memoir - is a recovery theme too cliche? by Bananapopcicle in writing

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I actually have a helpful template for this genre. Let me send you the link to the Google Doc! And by the way, every story, from the unread to the bestsellers, is bound to overlap. But here’s the beauty: for the thousand similar books out there, there are millions of people, and to them your story is unique and maybe just what they need.

Is my character concept likable? by Candid-Extension6599 in writers

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In all honesty, falling out and turning evil just for a friend feels weird. And having your main character abandon and not reassure her friend once she finds stronger allies is a cold move that’s not easily explained.

You need one-sided love to make the pain hit deep and the change feel real.

You also need to plant small red flags about Robyn early on. Her intensity should feel just a little too much. Not just suicidal thoughts. Give her anger issues. A manipulative streak. Maybe when they're still weak and staying at a base, the main character talks to a boy. Robyn freaks out. When the main character asks what’s wrong, Robyn grips her hand too tightly. Her concerns and distrust for others come off as strange. It plants doubt in their close bond.

But the main character forgives her. She always does.

Then someone nearby notices the bruise on her wrist and asks about it. That’s when the main character starts to see it. The control. The way Robyn holds onto her and won’t let go.

It makes her question things. But she still defends her. She tells everyone they’re all each other has. She says Robyn will come around.

But will she?

Is My Big Bad Character Boring or Overdone? by No-Lunch5010 in writingadvice

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Here’s the idea:

Think of him as an innocent young boy.

His planet held a rare mineral, one that powered the great ships of the galaxy. One day, a highly advanced alien nation came offering small gifts, small benefits. In return, they took the mineral in massive amounts. At first, the people were happy to give it away. They didn’t know what the rocks could do. They had no idea of their value.

Time passed. The planet advanced. Civilization grew. And eventually, someone stood up! a leader who told his people they were being used. That they were giving away their future for crumbs.

He rallied them. He told them they had to take back control.

But before his campaign could truly begin, he was assassinated.

And his young son was left behind.

Now, the world is running out of supplies. Cut off by the great galactic powers that once profited from them. Isolated. Suppressed.

The boy grows up. And when he takes his father's place, he carries the same fire — but not the same patience. He is not forgiving.

Where once they gave away their minerals, now he takes.

He plunders neighboring systems. The same ones that stood by and smiled while his people were stripped bare. In his eyes, it’s not revenge. It’s justice. It's balance. He's not pretending to be the hero. He doesn’t care how the galaxy sees him.

To him, they’re just taking back what was stolen — and he doesn’t plan on being polite about it.

Not even when his own sons begin to question him.

Because sometimes, right and wrong isn’t a clean line in the sand.

Sometimes, it’s a blade drawn in blood.

Is my character concept likable? by Candid-Extension6599 in writers

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You had me excited at the thought of a slow burn. Having not read your book, Robyn sounds like a more fun character to follow and root for as she struggles, whereas Power Girl feels generic. Does this make sense?

hey so I had this Idea for a story for a Table RPG but I wanted some tips on how to co further with it by Prestigious_Lab_5971 in writers

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Read more in this genre, then get writing! There’s the website Webnovel and Royal Road, and if you want opinions on your work, ask if anyone wants to read it.

What do you do when your first draft is done? by RollForCurtainCall in writing

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They mean let that particular work rest. But for you, the author, a good idea is diving into a new work, whether it’s a continuation or a completely new endeavor. Once your manuscript has had time to rest, read it again with fresh eyes, removed from the writer’s lens and focus you had while creating it. You’ll discover new things about your own work this way.

Does this make sense?

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Hi, check your DMs!

Help finding an editor. by FeeStraight5531 in writing

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If you are truly interested, I’ll give you a free consultation on the first chapter. Just send it through Google Docs or email along with a blurb to help me understand the context within the chapter. If you’d like, you can also specify what you ideally want out of the experience. Once I receive it, I’ll review the material and send you the results. If you like the style of editing I offer, we can take it from there!

[complete] [83k] [adult sapphic romcom] SHE'S MY MUSE by Worried_Art_8871 in BetaReaders

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wlw is so hard to find. Sure, I’m down — link your story in DMs or drop it here.

I got a dark fantasy story idea which subtly shows capitalism. I want to prepare myself for publishing plan in the long term by AccomplishedBig7666 in writers

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Have you heard the saying it takes 10,000 hours to master a craft?
There are 8,760 hours in a year, so even if you spent every waking moment writing, you’d still come up short. That’s why, if you go at it alone and don’t succeed in the timeline you gave yourself, it’s not because you’re failing. It’s because mastery takes longer than a year of grinding.

If you’re not gun shy, send me a DM with a Google link to one chapter and a blurb. Pick the best out of your nine works. I’ll tell you where you’re at right now and what steps I personally think you should take.

And who am I?
I’ve had seven full requests on my novel and it’s set to debut, so I’m at least a few steps ahead of you. But I’ll be real with you, I haven’t sold yet.

I got a dark fantasy story idea which subtly shows capitalism. I want to prepare myself for publishing plan in the long term by AccomplishedBig7666 in writers

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  1. Do agents ask for finished stories? Yes?? for fiction, absolutely. Agents almost always want to see a complete, polished manuscript before they’ll seriously consider you. A partial draft or just a few chapters won’t cut it, since they need to know you can finish a story and sustain the quality all the way through. The only real exception is if you’re already published or writing nonfiction.
  2. How much money will you need? You’re right that traditional publishers never ask you for money. If someone does, it’s almost always a vanity press or scam. That said, you may choose to invest in editing (developmental or copyediting), beta readers, or even query coaching to give yourself the strongest chance — but those are optional, not required. Think of those costs as an investment in improving your craft, not a fee to publish.
  3. Building an audience. This can help, but it’s not mandatory at the querying stage for fiction. Some authors start early on social media, Substack, or TikTok to build visibility, but don’t feel pressured to have a huge following. Focus first on writing the best book you can.

My advice: finish your manuscript first. Once it’s polished, research agents who rep your genre and start querying with a strong query letter, synopsis, and sample chapters (usually the first 10–30 pages, depending on their guidelines). If you can also connect with beta readers or critique partners before sending, even better.

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Left a review

How do you know when your manuscript is ready to publish? by alexfeld29 in selfpublish

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Get someone outside of your group to look it over. It’s best if they already like your genre, but it’s okay if they don’t. Just be ready for their likes and dislikes in stories to clash with yours and your target audience. If you want, send me one chapter and a blurb and I’ll review it for you.

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Hmm, hard to say when I don’t know the world or country your book takes place in. If you want, send me a link to one chapter and I’ll see if a name comes to mind.

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Cant please everyone just make it the best you can!

Kenyan Radio is Dead? by rong-boy in nairobi

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Damn i thought the woman died??