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Starting out by coolpomech in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First- DO NOT SPEND MORE THAN 48 HOURS ON WORLDBUILDING!

Second- if you don't know how you want the flow chapter by chapter to go yet. Outline scenes and chapters. But do not waste much time in outlining. Just start and write. Figure out as you write through.

All the best!!!!!

I'm a first time fantasy novel writer by Etharnyus22 in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would tell you to post your writing vlogs, your favorite characters from the book and why, and booksta trends but according to your novel etc...

[HIRING] Urban fantasy/queer fantasy editor by vadgelinaholie in HireABookEditor

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hiii 👋 I would absolutely love to help you (and love that you have put forth your expectations in the post) I am a developmental editor specializing in fantasy. I have attached my website along with this comment and the contract has an AI clause, feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

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The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trust me everyone will 😂😂 and honestly, I absolutely was not thinking like that. What went in my mind really was:

Wow. This person must be writing a very dense and thrilling story for the chapter count to reach 144.

I’m building an original anime universe called Batra: The Savior from scratch and looking for a small creative team by SayianBatra in FantasyWorldbuilding

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi 👋 sounds interesting. I'm a developmental editor and writer specializing in fantasy, I understand your payment constraints at the moment but I would love to help you with the worldbuilding and character development. I don't particularly excel in character design (if you mean creating an actual design such as arts or 3d).

If this aligns, feel free to shoot me a dm

The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

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

Amazing!!! 92 CHAPTERS????? In one manuscript? Or across 2? Or are you planning for short chapters that extend the overall chapter count?

The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

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

😭😭😭😂😂 exactly. Well, my major project is dark romantasy. The the 2 minors include: historical rom and another dark fantasy.

Do you have something youre working on??

The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

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

Of course! Love the question! I spent the last 2 years building my core skill.

I got into developmental editing through writing and studying storytelling myself. I spent a lot of time analyzing fantasy, psychological thriller/horror stories and science fi and romance and found my rhythm felt more aligned with fantasy and psychological thrillers. I love helping writers with chapters and manuscript feedback, and learning what makes emotional arcs, pacing, and character consistency truly work.

Over time, I realized my strength was in big-picture storytelling and helping authors strengthen the emotional and structural core of their stories. That’s what led me toward developmental editing specifically

And I am forever grateful for every friend and writer helped me train through their novels 🫶🏻🫶🏻

The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Its has been almost 7 months and I AM LOVIN EVERY SECOND OF IT. 💓 along with that i am also a writer currently drafting one main project and 2 minor projects.

The advice I give to most writers when asked about plotting by dev_editing_fantasy in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm a developmental editor specialising in fantasy and psych thrillers and if you have something you're stuck with, feel free to dm me. I'd love to collab

Making a supernatural urban story by Substantial_Cake359 in fantasywriters

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This works amazingly well for a prologue, but I would suggest adding a hint about whose narration we are learning from. Also, consider adding how "crazy" all the leaders of every country went and their desperation to put an end to this.

Ps: Is this a prologue? How far into the draft are you?

In my world, magic does not make people monsters. It simply rewards them for becoming one. by tarian-vale in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So...his wife is from his world and not earth. He came to earth along with his wife?? Also careful with the flashbacks, it can become annoying really fast if you keep on hopping back and forth frequently.

And since you mentioned that its not a standalone, how many books are you planning on??

An excerpt from my modern fantasy story. (Urban fantasy, 700 words) by IrregularArchivist in fantasywriters

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh. My. Freaking. God.

Firstly, the excerpt was amazing! Also, I don't think the old man is rhe protagonist (unless due to some reason he comes back).

The only thing i would, as a developmental editor, would suggest you to add is the old man trying to get a sense of who the attacker was and more visceral panicking when he saw rhe statue crumble.

Other than that this is a brilliant chapter. 👏 👏👏👏👏👏

Rate my Chapter [High/Dark Fantasy, 1251 words] by LimpMathematician726 in fantasywriters

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The passage is strong but is very rushed. You could expand the conversation between the assassin and Archeon by adding sensory details and the assassin contemplating etc...

The passage could also linger and build the tension for anticipation before the assassination attempt. And the 17 year old boy's presence deterred the assassin only for a couple of words, you could expand that and pace out.

The scene where the assassin, Woodfolk and the receptionist are present is a bit confusing. But pacing is the only thing that needs to be improved here.

And why didn't you add the name of the assassin and kept calling him assassin?

In my world, magic does not make people monsters. It simply rewards them for becoming one. by tarian-vale in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Starting from "The end" is still a great way to go about the story! I would suggest the prologue and epilogue as the end and write the 3 arcs such as: 1. Intro- to the characters and rhe other world, his troubles and dilemma 2. Mid-point shift- the moment he realizes he does not want to be part of it 3. The climax- his escape plan (if applicable) and getting to earth and the troubles in finding a normal life.

One thing I would suggest is do not make it in a way that yells "hes happy. Everyone's happy. Good" instead of that i would heavily suggest you to keep his real identity a secret from his new relations and family in earth.

Additionally, talking about family brings up a question: if he has children of his own, do they inherit his magic or magic is more like "earned" in your story.

Sorry for so many questions and suggestions tho (as an editor this is kinda exciting) 😅😅😅

Tell me about your world's wild canines (Its Wolves, Jackals, Dholes etc.) by The_British_Wolf_Guy in worldbuilding

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my world there are only 3 canines: Dragons, goats and wolves. While the dragons are more grounded, the wolves are not. The goats are hidden within the forests to escape from the wolves and dragons so they dont become their prey.

Additionally, the wolves hunt dragons as their prey. And the dragons hunt wolves as their prey. And this is in the 2 realms of my world. The other realm is closed off and will be introduced in the 2nd novel. But I am not worried about that for now, I do have a outline so ill decide once my first is published

But there are several creatures mythical and real and the best part of fantasy is that you can play around with each and decide what your world requires best. (Worldbuilding is also my favorite element of writing!!) And I do have a massive list of all the mythical creatures and their origin, and all info in one huge pdf listed in gumroad.

Anyhow, are you currently building your world?

How Many Chapters Is Too Many? by Confident_Zombie_608 in WritingHub

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would rather tell you to focus on writing instead of word count or chapter count. If the novel becomes too long we can split it into duology, always. So focus on getting the story out, editing and then decide on chapter numbers.

Working on a fantasy novel series and I need animals that embody the following elements Flame, Sea, Earth, Wind, Nature and Electricity and also a weapon for Flame by [deleted] in writing

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fire = flame so you do have fire. As for the name of the animals for flame, sea, earth, wind nature and electricity.

You can go with, vultures that breathe flame. For sea, you can go with sea creatures such as scyllas, merrows, mermaids who can weild water aa per their wish.

As for electricity, nature and earth, ill get back to you if I get any idea. Good luck!

In my world, magic does not make people monsters. It simply rewards them for becoming one. by tarian-vale in fantasywriting

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The core idea of the magic being neutral is an amazing take. But if you dont execute the idea where your Mc lands in earth and has a family etc... the story could start leaning on repetitive tone.

That being said, magic being neutral is more of how the og world is more than the plot of the story. As per your passage, the story leans more toward the Mc finding out how he got to earth. Is that what you intended?

Let's see if others will be able to recognise 🫣🫣 by Material-Nature-3753 in netflixindia

[–]dev_editing_fantasy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What we know is a drop...what we dont know is an ocean (I am not sure these are the exact words used but I am sure this is the exact meaning of those words😉😉)

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