In my first book, the characters travel from south to north along Khriza, their homeland. But in the sequels, certain characters (and eventually...
Character development Female character. Her mother was a noble. However, the female character does not know this. She grew up thinking she was...
I'm struggling to decide whether or not my story should be based in its own world separate from earth or be reached through a portal on earth. I...
Hey I'm writing a hard science fiction novel that involves a lot of scientific concepts which are not widely used in the popular culture. While I...
I'm writing a realistic story that takes place in 2007. It's completely real, no fantasy, science fiction, etc. However, I've ran into problems...
First off, yes, there was a recent thread also dealing with the 1980s in America, but it didn't go the direction I need now. So. I just got the...
I'm looking for input as to what type of personal vehicles one would expect to see in a futuristic space opera setting. To me, the idea of...
So, my current WIP is set in a very impoverished mill town, similar to many places near where I live. The mill is located on a river and the side...
Aaaagghhh! Has this ever happened to you? You're done with your novel except for the fine-detail editing, but something's always bothered you...
Hey all, I wanted to discuss about this topic as I don't see too much talk about maps! Personally, maps are very important for me to figure out...
Hopefully I can explain my predicament properly. I'm having trouble thinking up names for the gods/goddesses in the fantasy book I'm planning to...
When starting a new project, such as a new novel or series, what do you recommend I start on first? By 'what' I mean plot, characters, setting,...
I'm writing a adult contemporary romance set in both Toronto and Jamaica. I'm choosing to set it in Toronto because it's a fantastic, underrated...
Whenever I want to start working on a new story I find it helpful to have a printable plot/character/setting template to work off of to make sure...
Hey and thanks for checking this out. I have discovered something about myself regarding writing. The very fact that I am incapable to write in...
Hi, I am very new to this website and I was hoping to get some advice or suggestions from other writers and readers regarding a conflict I've been...
So I am currently writing a (short) story and my character is on a long journey through their vast land to become a warrior. He is travelling with...
So basically I am fairly new to this place so I hope this is where everything needs to be. I am writing a story set in Middle Earth (a few hundred...
Hi there! I'm a new member so this will be my first thread - hooray for me! :crazy: I'm trying to write a small story about the superstitious...
Whenever I come up with a city or a country for a story, I just come up with the general characteristics (topography, climate, etc.) But when I...
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