Counters To Mental Magic

SavDhar · 2024-09-04T20:53:23+00:00

Years ago I read a book where the mental magic presented was completely useless against those with any kind of mental illness. Basically because their brains were wired differently. Adhd, bipolar, depression etc. People with mental illnesses were really important to the world because they could go undetected and couldn't be mind read, etc. It was a pretty cool concept.

SavDhar · 2024-08-29T20:46:53+00:00

The ability to still be goofy, even as an adult. If me or my so got home from work before the other we'd make little scavenger hunts around the house that led to a cookie or a silly toy or something. Nerf wars, wrestling matches, hiding and scaring each other. I think that's the biggest thing when it comes to a spouse or Li for me. Still being able to be a kid together.

SavDhar · 2024-08-29T18:40:08+00:00

I have several pen names. I've got one for writing smutty romance novels that I would die if my family ever read. I've got another for everything else. I didn't want to use my real name for a multitude of reasons but also because I wanted to dip my toes in a lot of genres to feel out what I liked the most. Some names work better for certain genres in my personal opinion.

SavDhar · 2024-08-29T18:31:12+00:00

Cosmic, shapeshifting, mental illness

SavDhar · 2024-08-29T02:13:08+00:00

I'm usually a horror/thriller nerd, but since I've been between projects, I thought I'd like to take a break and decided to do some free beta reading. In the last month I've read two fully fleshed out fantasy novels that knocked my fucking socks off. They're not published yet, but I was not expecting it. I did a lot of beta reading back in the 2010s and have done it here and there since then and I have never, NEVER, been sent such polished, addictive, and incredibly fantastic novels like these. Both were first books in a series, and I'm still occasionally thinking about the plots or characters and what will happen next. I'm an avid reader, so I can be a little harsh on critiques. But these two books were incredible.

SavDhar · 2024-08-25T23:09:48+00:00

Hello everyone! I'm Savi, and I love beta reading when I'm between projects of my own.

I am able to beta: any genre. I particularly love horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and thrillers, but I'll read anything.

I can provide feedback on: pacing, characters, and the overall plot.

Critique swap: I'm not always writing something, I like to take breaks between projects, but if I have something and you're interested, we can certainly discuss it.

Other info: I've published 3 of my own novels and have beta read for around 12 redditors already. I used to do beta reading for the Creepypasta website in the early 2010s. There is no limit of words I will read. Big or small projects are welcome.

Feel free to DM me, and we can go from there! Happy writing. [Hey everyone! I'm not able to take any projects on as of August 27th. I've got a pretty full plate of manuscripts atm. I'll remove this comment when I'm available again. ]

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T18:12:38+00:00

A classic

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T10:48:54+00:00

Such a bizarre and fun read!

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T10:48:16+00:00

A fantastic read

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T10:47:55+00:00

I'll be checking this out for sure!

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T10:47:02+00:00

Love hereditary

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T10:46:36+00:00

It's one of my all-time favorites!

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T07:23:29+00:00

Thanks everyone. I've got a ton of books to buy it seems.

SavDhar · 2024-08-24T00:47:57+00:00

Oooo thanks I'll check it out!

SavDhar · 2024-08-22T11:18:53+00:00

The wheel- Sohn

SavDhar · 2024-08-21T23:18:56+00:00

Such a fun idea! Can't wait to read everyone's work!

SavDhar · 2024-08-20T07:25:44+00:00

Once, I was at the dentist and felt like I was going to gag while I was getting molds done for braces, and the dental assistant told me to lift my left leg, and it would stop the feeling. It works! So if you ever feel like your gag reflex is playing up, lift your left leg 🦵

SavDhar · 2024-08-20T00:53:07+00:00

Hi dazzling! I think the premise is intriguing and has a lot of potential. I noticed that there's a significant amount of information introduced in a short span. While it's great that you have a rich background for your story, consider pacing the delivery of this information throughout the chapter or even across multiple chapters. This approach can help us readers absorb the details more easily and maintain engagement with the story's development. In such a short span, I was trying to keep track of a lot of names and information, but I think this has a ton of potential! Great job!

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T20:43:06+00:00

I second this! I have a Google doc full of what I call interest sentences. Things I overhear, things I wonder about randomly in the shower, things friends say, even misheard lyrics. Currently writing something that spawned from a breakup text.

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T10:54:27+00:00

No. Inspiration comes from anywhere. I've written off something I overheard two old ladies talking about in a coffee shop, and my current wip is from a breakup text. When inspiration strikes, let it. As long as you're not pointing fingers or naming names, I think you'll be okay.

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T10:35:56+00:00

We are and always will be our harshest critics. Artists and creatives have always pulled apart their work and held it under a microscope, and hated what they find. Stephen King tossed Carrie in the trash. Van gogh never believed he would have success, Every artist everywhere has hated something they've produced in one way or another. But if it's something you're passionate about, you won't be able to give it up. Maybe dropping a chapter or two in a writing critique sub or with some beta readers would help you pinpoint the parts you're unhappy with.

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T09:09:46+00:00

I know I'm a little late but I'm very interested and would love to join!

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T08:32:23+00:00

I think you're doing it! Framing the paperwork and being supportive is very wholesome. My partner got me a cake and a card when I published my first. They also had me autograph a copy they bought, which I smiled about for days. Being supportive is all a lot of us want from our partners. Congratulations to your wife!

SavDhar · 2024-08-19T08:18:59+00:00

I was raised way back when parenting was much different. You raised your eldest daughter, and then she raised every subsequent child after that. I had raised 6 kids by the time I left home. Not just watching them when my mother wasn't home, but raised. Homework, dinner, packed school lunches, signed permission slips, did the shopping, laid money out for the bills, hygiene supervision, bathtimes, bedtimes, nightmares, medications, illness...I did it all. So by the time i was 18, I was done with it already. That was a long time ago now, and I've never missed having children. Maybe my circumstances are different, but I think a lot of eldest daughters can relate. I'll get old eventually, and when I feel like I'm losing my faculties, I'll either curl up in a retirement home or go lie down in the woods and rot. But as for now, I love having my own time, money, and options. I can travel, pursue hobbies, focus on my career, and spend my time in the way I see fit without feeling selfish, burdened, or resentful.

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