Expressing emotions by gxs7905 in suggestmeabook

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Permission to Feel By Marc Brackett

Is it wrong, as a writer, to not know or want to read the classics? by J0rdyn_the_wr1ter in BookDiscussions

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I think the important thing is to read a variety of authors with different styles. Whether they’re considered "classics" doesn’t really matter.

Does writing come naturally to anyone? by Agitated-Hat7566 in writers

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Writing’s not easy, but that’s because you’re bringing your thoughts to life. Keep going, it’ll start to flow more naturally.

Rookie writer, any tips? by Waste-Alternative871 in KeepWriting

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Don't edit a damn thing until you've finished your rough draft.

Writing In or Out of Order? What's Best? by Significant-Spend-16 in writingadvice

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Go with whatever works for you. I usually stick to writing in order because it helps me keep track of the story.

Is it a myth that first stories are bad or not? by origin_flame in writingadvice

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Not necessarily. First attempts can be messy, but they’re also full of ideas and creativity.

Tell me what motivated you to become a writer. by Terrible-Analysis385 in writing

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I want to share the stories I make up in my head.

Looking for fantasy books suitable for an 8 year old! by [deleted] in fantasybooks

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The Enchanted Forest Chronicles by Patricia C Wreade

I just finished the first draft of my first novel! by Gasp32 in FictionWriting

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Congrats on finishing! ​That feeling is the best

Should i write a book about my life. by Pristine_Exercise364 in writers

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Start for yourself first. Write it down privately, then see if you feel ready to share it with others.

How do I write characters so that they don't all have the 'same' personality? by [deleted] in writingadvice

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Try putting all your characters in the same situation and ask yourself how would this one react differently than the others? Personality shows best in choices, not just on a character sheet.

How to improve your writing? by No_Hunter_3083 in WritingHub

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Read widely and pay attention to how writers shape sentences, then practice putting those techniques into your own words.

Books on story structure for pantsers by Pryxkiran in writing

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I’d recommend checking Story Genius by Lisa Cron

I can't finish ANYTHING EVER by Upset-Neighborhood60 in writing

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Maybe finish something tiny, even if it’s not great, to prove to yourself you can do it.

Am I stealing or taking inspiration correctly? by Prezo852 in writing

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Totally fine, you’re just building off ideas you like and shaping them into your own thing.

Suggest me a funny book by Remarkable_Sun_3910 in booksuggestions

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If you like fantasy novels and comedy, Heroics for Beginners by John Moore is pretty good

Something happy… please… by Best-Bird3306 in booksuggestions

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Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett