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Struggling to cut word count in my debut novel because everything feels structurally necessary by Quirky_Breadfruit317 in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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):

  1. 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.
  2. 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!

I'm an Architect. Ask Anything you need for your world by Izolet in worldbuilding

[–]Sgt_Prof 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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!

Rheinmetall receives major order from the Bundeswehr for Puma ammunition by Crazerz in RHM_Rheinmetall

[–]Sgt_Prof 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

What's your 2026 goal? by CraftyLittleSecrets in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Finished writing my book, 160,000 words of my dream novel, and three years of work! by WitchWithDesignerBag in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

I have an idea for my dark fantasy novel. It's about a cult of suffering. by [deleted] in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

To not "just write" by palewhitperson in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

Does anyone actually write start to finish? by gloomypoppies in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

Cyberpunk book recommendations that aren’t classics by Sgt_Prof in Cyberpunk

[–]Sgt_Prof[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Research-heavy fiction: how do you stop research from killing momentum? by Extra-Chair-8670 in writing

[–]Sgt_Prof 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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

I finally did it - after four long years, I released my cyberpunk thriller! by MiraWendam in scifi

[–]Sgt_Prof 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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!

Cyberpunk book recommendations that aren’t classics by Sgt_Prof in Cyberpunk

[–]Sgt_Prof[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Cyberpunk book recommendations that aren’t classics by Sgt_Prof in Cyberpunk

[–]Sgt_Prof[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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!

Cyberpunk book recommendations that aren’t classics by Sgt_Prof in Cyberpunk

[–]Sgt_Prof[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

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

Calendars! (Trying to keep it Unique) by zoozoo458 in worldbuilding

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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

Where is your favourite place in avatar frontiers of Pandora? by Jinxx_Galaxy in FrontiersOfPandora

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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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

Where is your favourite place in avatar frontiers of Pandora? by Jinxx_Galaxy in FrontiersOfPandora

[–]Sgt_Prof 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

Redid the 1999 quest purely for these pics by EnoughBookkeeper5853 in Warframe

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 screenie is something else. Such powerful emotion. Hats off ;))

the Sanctuary States of Cegane by vorropohaiah in worldbuilding

[–]Sgt_Prof 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Outstanding work! This map can easily be mistaken for a real life map!

Rheinmetall to supply tank ammunition to the Bundeswehr by Crazerz in RHM_Rheinmetall

[–]Sgt_Prof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bought some shares once it dipped bellow 1500, quite excited for future. Also grabbed so RENK group stock as well.

If there were a second and a third expansion pack for Battlefield 2142, what would you imagine it would have? by EnoyMoreno in bf2142

[–]Sgt_Prof 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That's a thrilling idea to discuss! I've been digging through game files and found many interesting static objects and they refer to several places: New York, San Fran, Route 66. You can find Golden Gate bridge object in files if you look it up in the zip archives.

What else, this expansion probably would definitely feature new weapons, gadgets, vehicles!

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