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Writerly Ways redux
Jun. 27th, 2023 10:35 pmMostly just links. I can't seem to clean. I can't get anything done and Big Lots isn't helping. I found both a really nice recliner and a tv stand BUT they don't deliver. So I say well how am I getting any of this home? The sales clerk looks embarrassed and admits well they kind of have this third party guy but he's super expensive to deliver just in town. He wasn't even sure he'd deliver out of town.
Now let me get this straight. You sell furniture. You have no in-house delivery (as many do not these days) but your third party guy is so bad you don't even want to tell me about them. So what? If I bought a mattress of a big ass sectional both of which you have, am I getting my own U-Haul? Obviously the answer is yes because you're still in business. ARGH. I really really liked that recliner but if you're not going to deliver it's a no-go (and Mom suggested Wayfair and I asked her you want to buy a chair you've never sat in? Yeah...no)
So let's go with the links (as I'm still too blurry brained for fannish stuff. I have some ideas but...I miss having someone to talk to about it. Other than ELD no one else I know watched The Owl House)
But before I jump into the links I do have a question. Besides ignoring them (which is what I'm doing) I'm at a loss as to what to do I'm in a twitter group that does daily writing goals, they can be very simple. This month we had someone join us who is a) prolific b) whines constantly about goals stressing her out (so why be part of this group) c) cries constantly about having no ideas and everything she does is crap. d) is constantly tweeting all of this to the group.
I get anxiety about writing. She ignores or refutes any advice she is given. Granted this is NOT my group so really there is nothing I have to do about this. I'm just curious have you ever dealt with someone like this? I mean there's always that one in a writers group....
Open Calls
NonBinary Review #34 Lies we tell children
Haven Speculative 2023 Limited Submissions Call #4 This window is for authors of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and other underrepresented groups.
New Myths Second 2023 Window
Magic and Mischief Another one by the it came from the trailer park crew
Cosmic Roots And Eldritch Shores July 2023
December Tales II ghost stories
From Around the web
Types of Irony to Use in Your Story
10 Top Romance Tropes Readers Love
What are the Differences Between an Anti-Hero vs. Anti-Villain?
What is an Extended Metaphor (and how do you use it)?
here.
Tips for Writing a Book Acknowledgements Page I realize I FORGOT to do mine. thank goodness we're only on edit 1
What’s the Difference Between Manhua vs. Manhwa vs. Manga?
Creating a Fantasy World: Worldbuilding for Writers Who Hate Worldbuilding.
Key Differences Between Active vs Passive Voice
Facing the Blank canvas
How do writers establish credibility?
How to Get Inspiration for Your Next Novel
Writing a Satisfying Resolution for Murder Mystery Books
From Betty
Five Ways NOT to Start a Story I will argue about prologues. I like them as a reader
7 Tips for Writing a Book Review
Texas Writes with DiAnn Mills
The Perils of Responding to Criticism I find it curious to not respond with a thank you to a good review. She's saying it's neutrality. I'd read it as rude.
When Do You Need an Author Website?
Picking the Perfect Thoughts to Italicize
Imposter Syndrome for Writers Is a Real Thing (+ the Key to Slaying It)
Phrases You’re Probably Using Wrong
Don’t Write the Book Without the Blueprint
Why No One Is Reading Past Your First Chapter
3 Advantages to Establishing a Writing Routine
The Varied Paths of Traditional vs Self-Publishing
How to Outline Your Story
Character Type & Trope Thesaurus: Rebel Archetype
Character Type & Trope Thesaurus: Orphan Archetype
Writing About Emotional Trauma Without Triggering Readers
Story vs. Plot vs. Theme: Know Your 5Ws and H
Using Talents and Skills to Reveal Hidden Layers
The Link Between Character Thought and Credibility
Your dream agent is the one who loves your book
Now let me get this straight. You sell furniture. You have no in-house delivery (as many do not these days) but your third party guy is so bad you don't even want to tell me about them. So what? If I bought a mattress of a big ass sectional both of which you have, am I getting my own U-Haul? Obviously the answer is yes because you're still in business. ARGH. I really really liked that recliner but if you're not going to deliver it's a no-go (and Mom suggested Wayfair and I asked her you want to buy a chair you've never sat in? Yeah...no)
So let's go with the links (as I'm still too blurry brained for fannish stuff. I have some ideas but...I miss having someone to talk to about it. Other than ELD no one else I know watched The Owl House)
But before I jump into the links I do have a question. Besides ignoring them (which is what I'm doing) I'm at a loss as to what to do I'm in a twitter group that does daily writing goals, they can be very simple. This month we had someone join us who is a) prolific b) whines constantly about goals stressing her out (so why be part of this group) c) cries constantly about having no ideas and everything she does is crap. d) is constantly tweeting all of this to the group.
I get anxiety about writing. She ignores or refutes any advice she is given. Granted this is NOT my group so really there is nothing I have to do about this. I'm just curious have you ever dealt with someone like this? I mean there's always that one in a writers group....
Open Calls
NonBinary Review #34 Lies we tell children
Haven Speculative 2023 Limited Submissions Call #4 This window is for authors of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and other underrepresented groups.
New Myths Second 2023 Window
Magic and Mischief Another one by the it came from the trailer park crew
Cosmic Roots And Eldritch Shores July 2023
December Tales II ghost stories
From Around the web
Types of Irony to Use in Your Story
10 Top Romance Tropes Readers Love
What are the Differences Between an Anti-Hero vs. Anti-Villain?
What is an Extended Metaphor (and how do you use it)?
here.
Tips for Writing a Book Acknowledgements Page I realize I FORGOT to do mine. thank goodness we're only on edit 1
What’s the Difference Between Manhua vs. Manhwa vs. Manga?
Creating a Fantasy World: Worldbuilding for Writers Who Hate Worldbuilding.
Key Differences Between Active vs Passive Voice
Facing the Blank canvas
How do writers establish credibility?
How to Get Inspiration for Your Next Novel
Writing a Satisfying Resolution for Murder Mystery Books
From Betty
Five Ways NOT to Start a Story I will argue about prologues. I like them as a reader
7 Tips for Writing a Book Review
Texas Writes with DiAnn Mills
The Perils of Responding to Criticism I find it curious to not respond with a thank you to a good review. She's saying it's neutrality. I'd read it as rude.
When Do You Need an Author Website?
Picking the Perfect Thoughts to Italicize
Imposter Syndrome for Writers Is a Real Thing (+ the Key to Slaying It)
Phrases You’re Probably Using Wrong
Don’t Write the Book Without the Blueprint
Why No One Is Reading Past Your First Chapter
3 Advantages to Establishing a Writing Routine
The Varied Paths of Traditional vs Self-Publishing
How to Outline Your Story
Character Type & Trope Thesaurus: Rebel Archetype
Character Type & Trope Thesaurus: Orphan Archetype
Writing About Emotional Trauma Without Triggering Readers
Story vs. Plot vs. Theme: Know Your 5Ws and H
Using Talents and Skills to Reveal Hidden Layers
The Link Between Character Thought and Credibility
Your dream agent is the one who loves your book
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