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OK, I know I usually talk about fantasy archery in a positive sense, but I think there’s also a place for (hopefully constructive) criticism of tropes that could do with improving!

If you like this sort of thing, here’s the full video:

Remember,

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WORLD BUILDING CHECKLIST

If you are writing a book/story that takes place in another world, I have provided for you the complete world building checklist to ensure that you know your world inside out.

Economy A. Currency B. Poverty rate/line

Government A. Crime & Legal System B. Foreign Relations C. Politics D. War

The Land A. Physical & Historical Features B. Climate C. Geography D. Natural Resources E. Population

Society & Culture A. Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation B. Architecture C. Calendar D. Daily Life. E. Diet F. Ethics & Values G. fashion & Dress H. History I. Dining Customs J. Education K. Language L. Gestures M. Manners N. Meeting & Greeting O. Religion & Philosophy P. Social organization

Magic A. Magicians B. Magic and science C. Magic & Technology D. Rules of Magic

Technology C. Technology D. Medicine D. Transportation & Communication you're welcome <3

Fell free to reblog and fill it out if you want. I am curious to see the worlds in my fellow writers heads.

Follow me @leisureflame for more posts like this!

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NEED HELP WRITING? (a masterlist)

I have likely not added many that I've reblogged to this list. Please feel free to roam my blog and/or ask/message me to add something you'd like to see on this list!

Synonym Lists

Look by @writers-potion

Descriptors

Voices by @saraswritingtipps

Show, Don't Tell by @lyralit

Tips & Tricks

5 Tips for Creating Intimidating Antagonists by @writingwithfolklore

How To (Realistically) Make a Habit of Writing by @byoldervine

Let's Talk About Misdirection by @deception-united

Tips to Improve Character Voice by @tanaor

Stephen King's Top 20 Rules for Writers posted by @toocoolformedschool

Fun Things to Add to a Fight Scene (Hand to Hand Edition) by @illarian-rambling

Questions I Ask My Beta Readers by @burntoutdaydreamer

Skip Google for Research by @s-n-arly

Breaking Writing Rules Right: Don't Write Direct Dialogue by @septemberercfawkes

Databases/Resources

International Clothing

Advice/Uplifting

Too Ashamed of Writing To Write by @writingquestionsanswered

"Said" is Beautiful by @blue-eyed-author

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What do you mean I need to tell the story for you to know the story?

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Favoritism

One problem with writing this fantasy series out of order is that, while I adore the characters I'm currently writing, and am really excited for people to read their stories, what I really want is to get all of that published and out there so I can finally publish what I've already written, the content that's going to stand as my eventual books four through six. These are the characters and story I've been working on for at least a decade. These are the characters I really love, and whose stories are really close to my heart. There's so much I want to say with them, so much I want to show them doing, and I really want other folks to be able to get to know them and love them as much as I do.

Before I can get to their stories, though, I've got to get these "earlier" stories published, these books one through three. Once I've published book one, have finished writing books two and three (and published them,) then we can start thinking about that later stuff, stuff I've already written that I'm absolutely chomping at the bit to share with everyone. Like I said, I do love the characters I'm writing about in books one through three, and I'm sure you readers will too, but what I really want to do is introduce all of you to my other brain-children, my book four characters. I think you'll like them. I really do. A lot.

I know parents aren't supposed to pick favorites, and maybe that's true for writers and their characters too. I can't help it. I have favorites, characters that are just a joy to write, and who I absolutely adore. Someday I hope all of my readers will get to understand why I feel that way.

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dang therapists really have one move and it's always cbt. girl I live under the poverty line, changing my way of thinking isn't going to fix my money issues. It's not gonna fix bigotry. A coping skill that will help me in the moment isn't going to fix my chronic anxiety then they turn around and hit you with the "Maybe you aren't trying hard enough" maybe you need a new job

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And in my darkest hours I stayed awake and thought you showed me a beacon of light,

But you held me underwater, and the light went out because I was drowning.

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Keep seeing pronoun positivity posts is about he/they and she/theys. That's cool and all but this one's for the she/hes. If you're a she/he I love you and you can take as much mint as you want from our garden

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Book writing problems:

- having a beginning

- having an ending

- where is the middle?

- how do I get to the ending?

- what is a plot?

- what are plot details?

- what is writing?

- how do I title?

- what the hell am I writing?

- why am I a writer?

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why am i experience pain

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Been off T for 8 months bc of medical issues and just fuckin saying my beard is full, my big tits are covered in soft downy fur and my org*sms are full body fire.

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Gc2b Binders No Longer Reputable

I've been away, so y'all may already be very aware of this, but I want to make sure it's stated on this blog because it's been The Brand for yeeeaaars: the quality of gc2b binders has been going downhill the past few years. People who bought from them prior and recently can attest to how poor the quality has become. The binders are just not the same. The material isn't comfortable and, more importantly, the fit just isn't good. People who've tried recent gc2b binders, even those who've been binding for years, are suffering from back and muscle pain, stiff shoulders, soreness, etc. regardless of fit. The material just doesn't seem to be suitable for binding anymore. It is also degrading really quickly and binders are wearing out in a matter of months. It is no longer worth it to buy from gc2b.

If you want some sources on this, check out the reviews here on trustpilot with people talking about this.

You'll want to keep your eye on brands that are still doing good work: Spectrum Outfitters (UK), For Them (seems to be a hate it or love it company; I know some who swear by them and others who feel they dont' really sell actual binders - just sports bras/lighter compression tops), Shapeshifters (good custom work and larger sizing), and Underworks (best budget brand).

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i love pre-T and never T trans men. i love trans men who don't change their outward appearance after coming out. i love trans men who dont want any surgeries. i want trans men who dont bind. i love trans men who like wearing bras. i love trans men who wear makeup, who hate having facial or body hair, who still shop in the "women's" section. i see you and i love you for being men in a way that's comfortable for you. there are many ways to be a man, you aren't less of a man because of how you present. ily!