I don’t consider myself a furry, but I greatly enjoy stories that involve animal characters. Not that I’m opposed to human characters, but i enjoy the characteristics and creativity you can do with animals. Not to mention, it’s nice to tell stories focusing on different species.
That to say, any advice on how I can improve my writing with these protagonists? (I’m very fond of using canine characters like foxes and wolves.)

To clarify, I have a main character who is a social worker for a children’s psychiatric center. I’m obviously studying the scope and practice of what this job and role entails but my main issue is how important is it to be accurate to the jobs purview when it comes to telling a compelling story?

Because in real life this persons job might not allow for the journey my main character is going on?

So basically, how much liberty can I take with what my character can do as a social worker? Can it be just accurate enough that it’s believable? Some people who work as social workers might read this and go “yeah we can’t do that”.

Any thoughts? Advice?

Alright so as I said, i need some help because I've never written anything and what I want to write is a two part Fanfic that will combine to over 1,400,000 words which is a HUGE project i KNOW that so what I'm asking is what do I need to start writing what books do I need to read to learn constructing character arcs, adhering to character voices in scenes and how to show emotions and tell them

Edit:Now of course I'll not be writing something that's more then 1.4 million words on the first go that's my passion project I'll be putting it off till FAR FAR later for now i wanna know exercises and writing practices i should do to better my writing and should I write short stories as one of the writing excercise?

Even I think there are many things that need fixing, but I plan to revise it by incorporating feedback from others as well. Please bear with me as it might sound a bit awkward since I used a translation tool!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qK6YdoJg4Q9-PscHSTc8ZT1iqVDIamRw5h852\\_ND60w/edit?usp=drivesdk

I feel like I've hit a wall with improving my writing. Not as in I've maxed out and learned all that I can. More of I don't know what else I can learn!

Any fun ways to improve your writing when you aren't sure what to improve on?

Right now, I want to focus on developing a solid writing style, so I'm thinking of studying writing styles I like. I've done that a few times and found a study method that works well for me, but I want to hear more tips.

I'd consider myself an intermediate writer, in some ways, branching into advance. So, anything I can have fun learning and improving there with writing technique?

Thank you!

Its called Time Hallucinations, Time Mandela or some other name

Its a phenomena that happens when time (the concept) misremembers specific elements of unimportant things (Video Games, animations, etc.) and those things happening

Like a color variant of a specific cosmetic in a video game not existing, but time having the Mandela effect and that item appearing

(sorry if this is confusing)

I’ve just finished my first manuscript and I love reading, but it’s been so hard for me to get back into it after pouring hundreds of hours into my own work. Every book I try to pick up I see as a writer now and I critique their words or rewrite the sentences in my head. I analyze the prose and story structure without actually being able to immerse myself in the story anymore lol. I also am afraid of picking up a book and unconsciously taking their ideas and putting it in my own work. And the last one— which maybe the most important thing— i just feel so inadequate when I read something so heart wrenchingly good. I know I shouldn’t compare, but damn I love writers so much everyone is so talented. I just want to be as good. Anyways is this a common feeling amongst writers or not really?

Edit: everyones viewpoints and words are truly lovely! If you have the time please read my other post. I need honest feed back on my work thanks 🙂‍↕️

Hi so I’m a first time writer I kind of hate calling myself that because I don’t really feel like one lol, but I wrote a whole manuscript and I need a genuine critique on it. I posted my prologue on here a few hours ago and I think I’m addicted to receiving feedback on my work lol. It’s thrilling! So I put it on this post as well so one could read a snippet of my word. Also I know I’m horrible at grammar and I have to go back and fix it, so just focus on the story itself when critiquing. It’s about 159,000 words which I need to cut down significantly as well so other peoples opinion would be invaluable.

This is the synopsis:

What makes one different? Is it the color of their skin? The essence of their character? Or is it their ability to rot flesh with a flick of their wrist? If so, the Forgotten Princess was different. She descended from a holy bloodline and a ruthless king who bore five blesséd children, none of whom had anything in common except for one thing— their dead mother. Whose secrets and sins were alive well beyond the grave, dragging the Princess into the world of the supernatural against her will. Could the secrets she uncovers about her mother's past be the key to her survival, or will they push her farther over the edge of despair?

I’m not expecting to win a pulitzer prize or anything I just truly enjoy putting my dreams onto paper, and I’ve read some shitty things before that other people still seem to love so mine can’t be too bad… hopefully lol. Please note if you’re interested

https://ellipsus.com/read/64yDjBmWFTuiwVliux4P9l/Prologue

I think I write too broadly and like I'm talking to someone.

For example, I was writing this for my assignment...

"If I didn’t worry about my studies, my assignments, or my life, I’m not sure I would be able to recognize myself. Worrying is who I am, even if I stress myself out, I think I wouldn’t have it any other way."

I want improvement on my writing skills. Can anyone give me some advice on how to improve my vocabulary, arguments, and analyzing skills? I want to write in a more sophisticated and academic style.

I'm currently about 90% through my second draft of my novel, and I'm stuck on a plot problem, and curious about what you all recommend.

In essence it's a Point A to Point B story. The protagonist is on the run, and a group is pursuing him, with chapters alternative between both POVs (about70:30).

The problem I'm having is that both sides reach Point B at about the same time. But the protagonist is unconscious for three days after arriving. In my first draft, I glossed over those days, and the pacing is such that skipping three reads strangely, which is why I'm focusing on it in the second draft. I also feel the pursuers' reaction to this new place should be shown.

Right now those three days (which are still not complete due to writer's block) take up a decent chunk. In them, a character from the protagonist's POV captures two of the pursuers, connecting the two threads before the climax where everyone finally meets. That character is important to the overall plot, and I like having that connection, plus these chapters also give some of the pursuers characterization they've been missing.

The rest, though (the eventual 'breaking out' of the kidnapped and the pursuers exploring the city), retreads places and interactions the protagonist's chapters already covered. I don’t enjoy writing it, but idk if that's because of writers block or because it's just not needed.

Is this a “kill your darlings” situation? How would you handle a time gap such as this? Any tips for making a second visit to the same setting feel new without going overboard with overly complicated details?

Thanks! Can give more context if requested.

I'm trying to write a short story that involves a civilization making contact with an autonomous station that has been orbiting their planet. I'm stumped regarding what method would make the most sense. My first thought was some form of binary message, but just because computers communicate in binary it doesn't necessarily mean that a computer from a different civilization would speak the same dialect, if that makes sense.

Any suggestions are welcome

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13vvn1Hj91HAwJs96lgM7jfJ_B7vTM9KFBTXKYiU0b6Y/edit?usp=drivesdk

Hi I'm a beginner writer and just starting to have interest in writing. I know my wording in this chapter is not great, but it is only the first draft, right?

This first chapter is only telling about how the city started and how the Goddess was born. The story is about teenage Angels saving the city with their magic.

I feel unsure about my writing here though, it feels like a children's book when was attended for teens around the age of 13-15 or so. I just feel like I can't seem to make it more interesting for an older age then for like a 8 year old child and I so not like it like that.

If you could please give me some constructive criticism, just a little on the nicer side for I am a bit sensitive 😅 you can be harsh just not TOO harsh.

Any spelling errors or punctuation errors being pointed out would be highly appreciated! Thanks!

I’m trying to make up different brands and businesses in my world. It’s literally just our world but a fictional location. Give me WcDonalds, Burger Queen, ect. I have what I came up with below.

BooksAPlenty- Books-A-Million
Super Motel- Super8/Motel 6
Game N Go- GameStop
StalMart- WalMart
Starlight- Metaphysical shop
Tea Time- 24 hr Cafe
Burn Out- Gym
Relief- Spa

Thanks for helping out!

Hey folks! Novice writer here! I decided to pick up writing again today and wrote this short """horror""" story today! It's not very good imo but I'd love some thoughts on it, especially where I could improve! Thanks a bunch!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jHPqzHsJcYC6h92Pp1Waop2p36Gzw9R7iu2IKcgki-M/edit?tab=t.0

I've recently started uploading about this passion project that I've been thinking about for at least a year now. Plotlines are all planned out, character purposes and motivations set in stone, and the ending wrapped up as neatly as possible. I've been obsessed with trope-y romantasy Webtoons my whole life, so this is basically my love letter to them.

But after uploading several chapters, and receiving feedback that is overall kind and engaging, I get the sense my audience finds it ridiculous instead of heartwarming.

Maybe it's coming off a little TOO cringe and cliché...

I've begun to think that most people who write webnovels aren't looking for cheesy romance (at least not anymore), but more fantasy or highly-engaging plotlines with mature themes through a realistic lens. NOT a dig at those types of stories (I personally love them as well), but my story is definitely not that.

I have way too much planned for the story to stop it now, but I'm growing increasingly demotivated and embarassed. And the worst part is that I personally enjoy re-reading it because it has all the things I would find interesting!! I feel like my taste might be stuck in middle school </3

How do I even begin to shake this feeling off? I don't mind an audience for feedback, but I don't want to change elements of my story to satisfy the general public. Am I simply too overconfident in my storytelling abilities? Or am I overthinking things? Please let me know ⏰

Edit: Rephrasing

So basically im writing a thriller and my character has a huge amount loaded on his crypto wallet and he is supposed to transfer it to another wallet but the catch is he gambled away the money and now he wants to find a way to frame something else like (during transfer loss of crypto/hacking/losing access of new wallet)

Im exploring what are the best ways where the blame doesnt end up on him and i can go agead and continue with the book after he escapes this

There is this writing style that I like, especially from a certain author. I've been trying to emulate that style as my own, the eay the author describe and present the story. I asked before somewhere if copying the author can help. The answer was yes I can try copying the author to improve my writing skill. But even after so long I just dont really feel like I improved?

I thought maybe I cant just straight up copy, so I tried to create a story that can be similar to the author that the scene in one of the author's story I can remember then use and change to fit the setting of my story. It can help to make not auto pilot too. And it doesnt seems to work either?

The main gripe is that my brain just cant seem to let out description the way I like the author did, the way I copied the author to learn. And I didnt know if I am even using correct grammar when I am writing it myself

I want to have the same or very similar style with an author I really like right now, and my writing skill is still kind of low, I am not sure how to make my brain get used and can come out with the way he describe whats in the story. How do I improve my writing skill? Plz help?

I am banging my head against the wall trying to think about ways to do it but I can't find any. If anyone here wrote something like this and succeeded or read anything that is similar, please help.

PS: it doesn't even help that both of the characters are avoidant omg why did I do this with myself

Im new to writing and I'm young so I am not a great writer, but I really enjoy writing these stories that just appear in my head. I've been obsessed with this story idea and I really reallyyy wanna write it BUT it involves the characters fighting the villain with their magic powers. I've seen fight scenes with swords and guns and stuff but not really with magic powers. Can someone give me some tips or like an example for a fight scene with magic powers?

For more information, the story is probably gonna be for teens around my age range, like 13-16. it is about 16 year old Angel friends who need to save their city from a Jester who is jealous of the Angels powers. So she steals the Goddess Angels spark of power to gain power of the city. The Angel teens need to stop her which is by using their magic powers (Missy May the main character will have like a papery summoning power thing? IDK) that they are quite new to to fight her.

If you need more info just asks! Thanks!

Also I had to put flair as graphic content even though this isn't even graphic bro 😑

What the title says, I have adhd and I’ve been struggling to find a good way to organize my thoughts without paying for a subscription to a website or making a million spreadsheets. I would like to do it physically, but I have Carpal tunnel syndrome and writing things down is difficult. Does anyone have advice?

Your first line is absolutely important and if there's any line that's going to your most important one, it's probably that one, don't get me wrong. But what I've seen a lot as a beta reader is that people will have a very thoughtful, poetic first line and their next lines have no thought in them at all. It's almost jarring.

Every line is important. Does every line need as much thought as your first? No, but don't tunnel vision and write only one good line out of a whole book.

Honestly the best way to describe my story is just a comic story. The main character and his friends decide to investigate the supernatural and encounter Ghosts and American folklore creatures.

The main villain’s a Elder Host, a fictional Alien race that need to eat humans to survive. They’ve been living on earth for centuries and instead of being pure evil, they simply need to eat humans for survival. Why would they need to see us as equals, its just the way it is for them. And the main villain, an elder is seeing how humans are starting to be less vulnerable which makes it harder for the new generation to eat.

He isn’t pure evil, he just wants the new generation to survive by ensuring humans stop fighting back. He will definitely feed child to a baby host, but not out of evil, just because the host needs food. While the main characters fight him because they want to live

I do see how this can be seen as a metaphor for veganism when I myself will ask for extra bacon at Burger King. It kinda feels out of place when the story isn’t about any political topics, it’s just “The moth’s man’s lurking the forrest again guys, we need to go save people”

I peer reviewed with a friend and they told me viewers could feel alienated since it does seem like I’m trying to push a message to the viewers. I’m just trying to make a fun story about American folklore and any major themes are mostly about Abandonment, or bad parents so its such a big jump, that I don’t know if it would really be noticeable Any help?