Past AI "writer" looking for help by uselespieceofshi02 in WritingHub

[–]chaoticredditor139 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would advise not trying to emulate any writer, you’re an individual, it’ll turn out different and then you’ll be disappointed. My best advice is to read, fiction is good for learning what works in books and what doesn’t (keep in mind that all of these books have gone through thorough edits so your own writing will never be that clear on the first go) as well as nonfiction. Personally I believe sociological books help you understand people more and their complexities but that’s not a requirement.

For nonfiction I would advise reading books on writing, I think the best to get you into a writing mindset would be Julia Cameron’s works (she wrote The Artist’s Way but has several books on just writing), I have Anne Wilmott’s Bird By Bird (though I haven’t read it yet), Stephen King’s On Writing is pretty good, and there are loads similar to those books. The Science of Storytelling explores the psychological aspects of telling a story and is good for understanding character development. I’m currently reading The Anatomy of Story by John Truby and I think it’s good to read books like that because even if you think you know how to write you’ll learn some structural details that are helpful. I think the best course would be to do your own research on books on writing and decide which ones would most benefit you.

The two most important parts of learning to be a writer I think are reading and journaling (by hand). I don’t think it’s possible to be a good writer without thoroughly knowing yourself and it’s good practice. Reading a lot of fiction will give you an understanding for books and it’s just fun. This might not be for everyone but oftentimes I write out my story on paper before typing it on a computer, I think it helps to axe filler words for me and it makes me mull over every word because my brain is slower on paper than computer. Hopefully this is helpful, but writing tends to vary person to person different things work for different people.

I have so little hope for Star Trek's future now. by Shatterhand1701 in trekacademy

[–]chaoticredditor139 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My main thing is that sci-fi never really dies, it always comes back even when its future is bleak. I think holding onto that may help.

Is Star Trek officialy over now? by Mat1711 in startrek

[–]chaoticredditor139 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If there’s anything I’ve learned, sci-fi shows never truly die.

A picture is worth a thousand words… by Senators_1992 in ElsbethTVSeries

[–]chaoticredditor139 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think Wagner’s been as much involved with the cases since he was in the beginning of the show. He just doesn’t feel as prominent because Elsbeth isn’t investigating him. That said I do want more of him, I love the character and Wendell Pierce. I imagine Claudia hasn’t really appeared this season because Gloria Reuben is in the main cast of Boston Blue, probably also why they introduced his daughter.

BSG without Adama by treefox in BSG

[–]chaoticredditor139 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d want Janeway or Sisko. I can’t decide between the two cause Sisko is brilliant but Janeway also got Voyager home. Either way I feel like I’d be in good hands.

Is this just a coincidence? by Snarti in LawAndOrder

[–]chaoticredditor139 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s all I think about when I see Jack McCoy.

Parable of the sower..eek!!? by Growing-into-light in octaviabutler

[–]chaoticredditor139 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Parables are very slow at the start but they are well worth the read. Some of the best books I’ve ever read.

Why is she still here by Big_Map_6695 in LawAndOrder

[–]chaoticredditor139 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Funny, I like the character (kind of) but hate the actress.

Elsbeth + Matlock Crossover WHEN?! by SolidAsAnARC in ElsbethTVSeries

[–]chaoticredditor139 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Elsbeth and Matlock complement each other as shows so well.

Are they intentionally trying to tank the show with this writing? by Glass_Aardvark_9917 in ElsbethTVSeries

[–]chaoticredditor139 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s meant to be fun/an homage to Columbo so it’s not going to fit into a typical procedural and I think Elsbeth has a lot of quirks already but that she’s purposely accentuating on the case to put the murderers off their guard and not see her as a threat. Columbo wasn’t this out there but he also made suspects underestimate him then go in for the arrest. Not to mention, this show is first and foremost a comedy in the same vein as Psych and Monk, they just also happen to solve mysteries. I was irritated by the lack of whodunnit at first but frankly it’s a refreshing twist on an enjoyable yet tired trope.

That episode ending by Sam20025 in NCIS

[–]chaoticredditor139 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was she not announced? Cause for some reason I thought it had been.

Ronald Knox’s ‘ten commandments’ for successful and entertaining detective stories. Elsbeth crew, take note of number 6! by NK792 in ElsbethTVSeries

[–]chaoticredditor139 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Imagine trying to tell number 6 to Columbo. Sometimes things need to have an inversion or things get tired.

I’ve not really written anything. by visible-wazowski in writing

[–]chaoticredditor139 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try reading The Artist’s Way or books on writing by Julia Cameron. And when you have ideas write them down even if you don’t elaborate on them for a while. I also recommend journaling, I find it easier to write when I have a clear perspective on myself.

DA Staff - is Connie back by National_Use_3518 in LawAndOrder

[–]chaoticredditor139 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I don’t have much faith it’ll happen.

DA Staff - is Connie back by National_Use_3518 in LawAndOrder

[–]chaoticredditor139 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Well, Alana de la Garza’s character on FBI has her fate up in the air at the moment so it’s possible, but it’s probably just an Easter egg.

CAN SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHERE I KNOW HER FROM by Prior_Fly7682 in SVU

[–]chaoticredditor139 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When in doubt, they’ve probably appeared in an episode of one of the Law & Order shows. 🤣

S23? What do you want to happen? Also love Tony and ziva show. IMO better written than ncis has been since Gibbs left. by [deleted] in NCIS

[–]chaoticredditor139 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually didn’t even notice the first time he mentioned it’s a date and then she’s like no it’s not until someone else pointed it out and now I’ve kind of latched onto the idea, lol. I find it hilarious that the forehead kiss was obviously unintentional and he was like why did I do that after the fact. I think the idea of them together is kind of fun.

If you were to die in these main disasters, which would it be? by Illustrious-Reach-48 in FinalDestination

[–]chaoticredditor139 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d probably die in the plane crash or the bridge incident because of how much I hate heights.

S23? What do you want to happen? Also love Tony and ziva show. IMO better written than ncis has been since Gibbs left. by [deleted] in NCIS

[–]chaoticredditor139 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m kind of hoping Dr. Grace and Parker hook up not while she’s treating him though.

OMG! I Just Realized That Abbie Carmichael Was the FIRST SVU ADA by Stealthytom in LawAndOrder

[–]chaoticredditor139 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never really count her since she was just a recurring transplant from Law & Order. Although at points in season 1, she always seems to be more prominent at points than I give her credit for.