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How do you write a realistic caregiver?
"Hello! I’m writing a group of characters and currently planning their dynamics with each other; I have one older character 40-50 yrs (A) one teen character (B) and one younger character 5-7 yrs (C)A is a mother-figure to B and is essentially their adopted mother. To...
Epic Writing Playlists for Scene, Setting, and Mood
Music has inspired people for generations. It helps guide our emotions, can change our moods, and even act as catharsis in times of emotional turmoil. It's unsurprising that many writers also use music to help them get into the right frame of mind. Whether you use...
How do you research effectively?
"Hey do y'all have any resources for researching. Cause I have questions about things and I don't wanna end up on a watch list." The number of weird things I’ve Googled over the years would definitely raise a few eyebrows. I’m a professional historian alongside my...
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How do you write love at first sight?
"Hey sorry if this has been asked already but could you give any tips on how to write a character falling in love at first sight or i suppose infatuation. Like dumbstruck by how attractive they find the person if front of them, thanks" That electric moment when two...
How do you deal with sudden writer’s block?
“Any tips for a terrible case of writers block that occurs without any real reason?” Writer's block is often misunderstood. You’ll hear lots of people say it doesn’t exist, and that’s it’s all just a state of mind. While this is true, it’s fundamentally an...
How do I know if I’ve picked the right protagonist?
"How do I know if a character I've set as a main character is going to be relevant to my story? I don't want to make a whole character and get attached to them if they won't help the narrative or contribute anything to the plot." This is a struggle I know all too...
