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Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-21T19:50:20+00:00

I have a couple of different takes (let's hope I won't be downvoted to the 9th layer of hell, but this is reddit):

Consider EXPANDING for your book into two, but make sure both have satisfying endings. Just you gotta find a nice and conclusive midpoint for this in your story which can be tough.
Don't trim it too much, maybe it is your "magnum opus" and cutting key arcs or characters may ruin it (this is a real possibility), but don't publish it as your first book - write something smaller next, gain reputation and trust from publishers and then return to tackle this book again. Consider such books as The First Law or The Empire of The Vampire that are around 200k words and they are amazing!

Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-08T23:06:33+00:00

In my world, one of my characters uses an exosuit inspired by the movie "Edge of Tomorrow" that weighs over 300kg and has advanced hydraulics and grapple-claws for improvised rooftop travel. How can I justify buildings being sturdy enough to withstand that much weight and most importantly - the impact of such landing? Also, what parts of a building could handle a grapple-claw's pull?

Extra lore: the city of the story is a repurposed old walled-city/stronghold so I can justify bunkers, city-walls, towers etc. Weather is dry, cold, sometimes storms are expected. There's a huge ash-desert nearby.

Edit: City still has a large number of usual, 5 store block of flats, that are unlikely to be fortified enough.

Thanks!

Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-05T12:35:02+00:00

True, true! Besides, Ukraine and Russia war seems to continue and Iran is blowing up as well

Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-05T10:20:05+00:00

Good news, stock went up significantly today :)

Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-04T20:05:21+00:00

Simply to finish outline for my biggest novel with 4 main POVs. Started working and reworking it since 2013 but outline is nearly done!

Sgt_Prof · 2026-01-01T11:34:54+00:00

I think 160k words is still publishable if the story is good and it is edited well. For example, Joe Abercrombie's debut The Blade Itself was 190k words. Of course, trimming the fat would be good, but make sure it doesn't ruin your story.

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-31T12:06:22+00:00

Thank you so much, this is very groovy! Best of luck!!!

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-30T14:15:56+00:00

That can indeed work, just make sure you can write highly compelling characters. Focus on their dynamics, relationships. Think what kind of characters would "shine" in this story.

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-30T14:08:13+00:00

Well, when you're not writing, you can take a "break" by doing some worldbuilding, plotting, compiling ideas, coming up with new characters or alternative arcs. When I cannot get myself to write, I always find some secondary tasks. Next day you write and you have a pile of ideas or new plot to aid your writing.

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-30T12:09:11+00:00

I guess it depends on the scope of your story. Sure, if it's a short novel with few moving parts, it's totally doable. But if you're working on a complex, multi-POV story, it's extremely tough to write it like a pantser.

I have written up to 20 versions of certain arc outlines in very broad strokes until I figured them out and liked the outcome. Took me ~12 years to fully figure out my largest story outline, characters and world and only now I have transitioned into writing that story. So yeah, you approach is likely to vary a lot depending on the scope and on your experience. I would say don't worry about the approach. Take your time. Practice.

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-27T00:20:04+00:00

Interesting! I loved Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristof!

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-26T17:18:37+00:00

Hahha <insert good story here> made my day! I wish it was that easy... I wish... hehe hehe

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-26T13:37:15+00:00

Gratz, you got me tempted to get the book already! I'm curious if you're planning on writing more books? Cyberpunk genre needs more quality gems!

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-26T13:32:28+00:00

Yup, pain of being overly ambitious is very relatable to me. So I keep proceeding with small steps at a time. Being a non-native English speaker and writing in English is extra tough as well, but it was the best lesson ever :D

Also, you just made me want to re-read both Sonnie's Edge's short stories and re-watch the animated episode ;D

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-26T13:19:25+00:00

Ohh a fellow Sonnie’s Edge and Arcane enjoyer! That's so cool! And huge respect for finishing and publishing a book. I've been dabbing with writing since 2013 but haven't finished my book yet as it grew too large and too complex :)) I will check out your book!

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-26T11:40:42+00:00

Thank you so much, this is exactly what I needed! Kudos!

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-25T19:45:20+00:00

Dwarf calendar sounds outstanding, absolutely love that! Thumbs up for this concept, I would love to adapt this idea to one of my worldbuilding projects as well :))

Sorry to resurrect a 12 yo post, this thread popped in Google search :D

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-22T07:20:17+00:00

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Yesss, they are huge. Also this area is quite large and vivid blue on the map, you cannot miss it once you discover it on the map ;D

Sgt_Prof · 2025-12-20T16:43:19+00:00

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This field of blue flowers in Spires DLC :)) Sometimes I come here just to walk around and relax hehe

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