The only reason characters say things in certain ways (shouted, whispered, screamed, etc) is because they are experiencing some kind of underlying emotion. As a reader (and writer) I'm much more interested in showing and exploring and feeling that underlying emotion than simply using a dialogue tag as a crutch to avoid doing so. Why did they shout or scream or feel the need to whisper? Let me see that instead.

Thanks, needed that.

This is sure gonna help in my incoming mocks, tenkyuu!

Man, thanks for this video I actually wrote something for the first time. I mean, not really. All the writing I used to do since 2021 was by roleplaying with friends. And sure, it was fun, but I always wished to do something more. Like write actual pieces, as a little hobby besides drawing. But I always got insecure about my abilities and compared myself to my writer friends. Today I wrote a scene between some of my characters, with around 760 words. And sure it isn't a lot, but to me it's a meaningful start. My writing of course ended up very shitty- lol. But I don't care, I kinda had fun and I know this is just the beginning, so I can't just expect to be writing like Shakespeare. Pluuus English is not my first language. Thank you so much, today I made it be day one!

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I'll keep this in mind with my writing and consider the discord as well :D 2.6.24

I've just started. Been thinking about it for a while. I want to make a manga but idk where to start. Ill follow the advice and just write till i reach somewhere.

I'm going to throw out my opinion on the motivation problem. Obviously it goes without saying that this is just my personal opinion and your mileage may vary, but in my personal experience this comes down to 2 sorts of problems. Firstly, burnout due to forcing yourself to keep to some sort of schedule when you're tired. In that case what I typically do is set a timer for just five minutes (something that seems manageable) and force myself to write for that period of time. Write anything. If you write a bad sentence or paragraph, then at least you have a better idea of the direction you're trying to go (since that wasn't it). I might just get a single sentence or a paragraph. When the timer is up, I re-evaluate on whether I want to continue or not. Progress is progress regardless of whether it's a tsunami or it's drip fed. The second issue, I find, is that you're stuck on a particular part of your story and aren't sure how to proceed. In that case, I think the problem is that people tend to think of the writing process as linear. I have to write scene 2 following scene 1, that sort of thing. When I get stuck on a particular part, I just write some exposition like "And something happens here" and pick up from where I know I want the scene to end (Or the next major plot point). Nothing says that you have to write everything in order. It's perfectly fine to jump around and come back to fix things later on when you've had a chance to mull it over - especially in the first draft.

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Originally, planned to create a game but since at my current assets, my setups are just not good enough even for a starter game-making apps. Very old device. But now I am making a new path for it. I am planning to write a novel so I can plan the story for the game by getting feedbacks and foreshadow my game mechanics and stuff. I think this is the path that may work and I am not afraid of failing.

He is a master

thank you, sir. i want to write a novel, but i never knew anything about writing. i got desperate and found your channel. you help me a lot and i already have recommended you to my friend and she really enjoys you. i dont know what i would do without you :)

It seems to me that the improved versions are all about centering the narration around the character's point of view, guiding the reader to step directly into their shoes, if you will. Great video!

I'm a poetry girl.. I would love to show the whole Earth my talents ❤ help me please

As far as the music goes, book one of my fantasy novel was written entirely to Us and Them - London Philharmonic Orchestra just played on repeat. It got to the point that as soon as I heard the ticking clock at the opening, my mind would instantly switch to "writing mode". Book two however took a dark turn and I found the ambient music of Cryo Chamber (I highly recommend checking out their music here on KZbin) fit the mood well.

About advice number three and authors putting themselves into their characters - how many of Stephen King's main characters are writers? 🤣

love it. Thank you.

I am currently working on a draft of my story for 2.5 months. It's a story I have been thinking of writing about since 2017. And it's based on a true story that happened in my life. I guess I just would like to know your thoughts on writing story that's based on true story and life experiences and what would I have to pay more attention/what would be challenging in doing this kind of writing

I usually give to each of my main characters one of my biggest quality paired with one of my worst flaws. It makes it easier for me to "know" them and to write about something I struggle with. Also, I think Tolkien said that Faramir was directly inspired by his own personality. To be honest, it's my favorite character also.

Great advice! Ive found commonalities along the way with people and writing styles as well as in context of content creation and content consumption. A few things: great writers and people who have been writing a long time will write in a style in which the reader automatically will have a vision attached to what they are reading. So any in scenario, if you're creating a vision, you're already set the groundwork. Another trait commonly found amongst writers and which is why reading is really important is the most important asked question which is why? Curiosity creates great writers, which they tend to find unhidden links to everything in this world. Another factor is not to het overly attached and create an emotional bond with your writing because then after you will fall into a pit. And lastly, having an open mind and broadening your horizon on everything. Once you have a set belief on any given topic, you then decimate your curiosity into judgment.

I'll take it as read that you don't like Dickens

Asked and shouted isn’t necessary as you have punctuation to show that. Also if two people are having a conversation you don’t have to keep stating who is talking as it will be obvious. I agree said is just fine

I am writing today 😂

What a fantastic video!

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With regard to authors being reflected in their own stories, I've never been aware of this as I'm reading, but I remember being very surprised to discover after finishing the book that E. M. Forster wrote himself into A Room With A View. He saw himself as the very unappealing, dislikeable Cecil Vyse, and I've read that one or two other famous authors wrote themselves into their books as the most socially awkward character.

I am going to listen to your advice good sir! Today will mark the beginning of my journey as a writer!

All art is a reflection, reaction, or rejection of our life experience, it can't be otherwise. Everything a character does in a story, whether the author would endorse it or not, can only exist in context to their own experiences and moral framework. I think this is what is meant when he says, "every character is a representation of yourself", not that every character is like you, but that every character, no matter how much you twist them around, ultimately stems from your world view. But it's not about what we commonly think about as a "self-insert". Honestly I don't think it's something to worry about over much, other than by being aware of it gaining more control over how we bend, twist, spindle, or mutilate our worldview in service of a character. Ultimately though, we'll always be chained to ourselves, the best we can do is lengthen the chain by broadening our experiences.

I feel like I'm getting better at changing things after the first draft. It's taken a while bit I've gotten there where I'll happily rewrite and change the whole book. Anxiety inducing tho 😅

If anything, I have way too many. I think it comes down to reading widely, and not just fiction, but history and other non-fiction. I don't write historical fiction, and I make sure to mix and match to avoid making my content derivative, but this helps. Which lead to the next point: mixing and matching ideas. Try to bring many ideas together. And think beyond themes; plot and character and even atmosphere are also part of this. I am working on a novella that I started because of the atmosphere of an album cover by a metal band: The Xun Protectorate by Khonsu. Just be creative.

I tend to be a pantser, especially where characters are involved. I have general ideas about both them & the plot (or lack thereof), & only really come to know the characters as I write them, finding that at a certain point, they will take over & write themselves (when I hit the zone, I guess), though sometimes I do get frustrated when they start behaving outside of what I had planned for them. The novel I am working on now will have an ever-expanding number of characters, so I am excited about seeing how this plays out. I do listen to a wide variety of music, but usually am more tempo based all depending on the scene I am writing (high action combined with Eastern European gypsy music or Cumbria, whereas slower scenes might be something like Birth of the Cool or Debussy, I do prefer complicated harmonics & melody lines for dialogue). Excellent video & lots to think about.

I had a theme song for my last manuscript. It was on loop 70% of the time and I ended up writing the music into the story's climax. Great video btw!

Great video. 👍

Thank you. When I taught writing in elementary school, I used a 5-finger formula similar to Pixar's. It works for any writer of any age: Somebody--wanted--but--so--then. It's a bit simpler, but it does the job.

Stopping before you want to…so novel!! I’m gonna try it. Thanks!

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I listen to all kinds of music when I'm writing my novel. I'm terrible and connecting music to the novel itself though, so I go for character lists.

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I'm so happy you have put up another video. I'm working on something new that I'm excited about, and it feels so nice to be able to enjoy what i'm writing instead of being frustrated. I hope you have an amazing day.

I’m glad it’s not just me 🤣

Great Concise Advice.

Sometimes there is great beauty in the boring.

I think that the second person pov is mainly used in fanfics. I have used it a lot, but first pov is one of my favorites it makes me feel the emotions of the character and see through their eyes, while third pov is a little hard to write beceae there re a lot of details

1:27 _"So I did the obvious thing.."_ Me: Delete the book? _"..I put on headphones and ignored it--"_ Me: Oh, yeah... I guess that makes more sense... Yeah, so it turns out this fear thing has gripped me quite a bit harder than I thought it had. 😅

It's nice to leave some of the creative fun for the reader. Tell me it's a big brown dog that bounces and let me do the rest for myself. Descriptions of women (especially by men) are often made silly by too much detail. Dark-haired, slim, and laughing may be enough.

Found this video today, thank you I'm committing to writing.

I started writing to find the beauty of my mother-tongue. Too get rid of the specters who pestered me for decades. And even tough my 15 year old self would have never believed it... I write because I like writing!

im starting my mini story today. "Spacey" by Muffinzy will be Na'veaah's first welcome to the real world

I wrote first drafts of two novels but then realized I'm better at short stories. No more novels for me..Re-writing short story drafts is challenging enough.:)