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sas-soulwriter · 5 months
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Dark past ideas
A dark past can be really intresting in books .here are some ideas:
Mysterious Orphanage Escapee: A character who grew up in a sinister orphanage and narrowly escaped its dark secrets.
Traumatic War Survivor: A soldier who witnessed unspeakable horrors on the battlefield, leaving deep emotional scars.
Secret Criminal Past: A reformed criminal who once led a life of violence, but is now trying to make amends.
Kidnapped as a Child: A character who was abducted at a young age and endured years of captivity before escaping.
Tragic Family Betrayal: A character who was betrayed by a close family member, leading to a life filled with distrust and pain.
Cult Escapee: Someone who managed to break free from a dangerous cult, but is haunted by their past involvement.
Haunted by a Violent Crime: A person who accidentally caused harm to someone in their past and has been tormented by guilt ever since.
Dark Addiction: A character who battled a severe addiction that nearly destroyed their life before seeking recovery.
Betrayed by a Friend: A friend who turned out to be a traitor, leading to significant emotional trauma.
Abandoned in Isolation: Someone who was left alone and abandoned in a desolate place, struggling to survive.
Witness to a Murder: A character who saw a murder as a child and was forever scarred by the experience.
Childhood Experimentation: A person who was subjected to unethical scientific experiments in their youth, leaving lasting physical and emotional scars.
Kidnapped and Forced into Crime: A character who was abducted and forced to commit criminal acts against their will.
Betrayed by a Mentor: Someone who was betrayed by a trusted mentor, leading to a deep sense of betrayal and loss.
Survived Natural Disaster: A survivor of a catastrophic natural disaster who lost everything they held dear.
Abusive Relationship Escapee: A person who managed to escape an abusive relationship, but continues to struggle with the trauma.
Witness to a Dark Ritual: A character who stumbled upon a sinister occult ritual in their past, leaving them haunted by the experience.
Family Curse: A character burdened by a dark family curse that has brought suffering to generations.
Identity Theft and Framing: A person who had their identity stolen and was wrongfully accused of crimes they didn't commit.
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medusasstory · 2 months
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NEW QUESTION—I've been asking questions lately. This one is about books, trying to cram as many options as I can into the poll:
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maxkirin · 5 months
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tfw you try to read a book in a dream but it looks like this
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brytning · 4 months
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What I've been reading: nonfiction edition. I'm still digesting "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer, and I know it's a book I will return to again. There is a lot to savor here for a more peaceful and interconnected relationship with the world. I highly recommend it, especially this time of year when there is so much focus on buying and spending.
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tlbodine · 1 year
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Trans Horror Authors
My January reading challenge is to read a book by a trans author. Luckily, there are many out there to choose from! Here are some who write in the horror genre, because that's my area of expertise. If you know of others, whether in horror or other genres, reply with your recommendations!
In no particular order...
Caitlin R. Kiernan
A genderfluid Irish-American paleontologist who also writes spectacular cosmic horror, what's not to love? They've been repping queerness since the 80s and have a robust library to choose from, so you're bound to find something you'll like!
Poppy Z. Brite
Billy Martin, whose work is published under the name Poppy Z. Brite, was a big name in the Gothic horror scene of the 1990s and continues to be a frequently-recommended author, although he doesn't publish as much horror these days.
Julya Oui
A Malaysian trans woman and prolific short story author. She has several collections out that you can browse, if short stories are your speed! Maybe start with Taiping Tales of Terror, which draws heavily on her native folklore and influences.
Rivers Solomon
A nonbinary, intersex Black author now living in the U.K., Solomon has three books out and they all look spectacular. Their books lean more toward sci-fi/fantasy, but their newest title Sorrowland looks to be pretty solidly Gothic as well.
Gretchen Felker-Martin
Trans woman, film critic, and unapologetically outspoken. Her best-known book is Manhunt, a post-apocalyptic horror tale that doesn't pull any punches. She's got another new release slated for 2024 to keep an eye on.
Hailey Piper
One of the most prolific authors I can name off the top of my head, Hailey also has several novellas out in the world + a few novels. If the intersection of queer fiction, body horror, and cosmic horror sounds like your thing, you can find something in her backlist. Also she's here on tumblr, go learn more at @haileypiperfights
Eve Harms
A bit of a new player on the field, but well worth checking out. Eve is a Jewish trans woman. Her debut novel, Transmuted, is a breathless body horror romp. She also makes a bunch of handmade zines, which I just think are neat :)
Natalie Ironside
One of Tumblr's very own better-known names, Natalie is queer, disabled, trans, hilarious, and author to at least three novels I can think of plus some other stuff too - go scope her out on @natalieironside for the details.
.....I know I'm missing a ton of people but these were the first ones that came to mind. I have to get back to writing, but I hope this inspires y'all to pick up a book you haven't read yet, and to add to my list down in the notes.
Happy reading, y'all :)
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rhiannonwrites · 1 year
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Now that I’ve left Florida of course I got a content writing job at a Florida based boating company 😂 Spent the day researching Marco Island. Definitely miss the 90 degree sunshine but haven’t felt homesick for FL yet.
Keep up with me on tiktok if you want ✌🏾
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iloveblogging2 · 2 months
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Blue lock boys reacting to you telling them your pregnant
warnings: angst, teenage pregnancies, mentions of getting an abortion (a lot), heartbreak etc
Isagi:
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He loves you.
Everything about you, the way you act, your beautiful smile your encouraging personality, your rosy lips that just turn him on and makes him think of stuffs he shouldn't be thinking of
he really does but not like he loves soccer.
in the few seconds you told him about your pregnancy he has already analyzed how his life will take a turn if he accepts and takes care of the baby.
he won't have time to play soccer.
he can't become the best striker.
if he is here for you he wont be here for soccer.
all because he had sex too young.
no
like ego said you make your own destiny
"please get an abortion" he said piercing you with his deep blue eyes
"what" you asked you couldn't believe your ears
sure he had soccer and blue lock but at least he should accept the baby.
he isn't gonna leave you alone is he?
doesn't he love you
"abort the baby" he repeated "or i'll break up with you''
you couldnt believe your ears
"HOW DARE YOU HOW COULD YOU YOU WANT TO LEVAE ME BECAUSE I WANT TO KEEP THE BABY ISAGI'' you cried "I THOUGHT YOU LOVED ME"
this broke his heart but he had to continue he couldnt ruin his futeure because of a child
"i do' he replied ''thats why i'm asking you to abort it'' he said puttimg a hand on your shoulder
''so'' he began ''i'm leaving for the bluelock camp again so please abort the child or ill deny ever dating you'' he threatened
Nagi
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''man what a hassle'' he accidentally said out loud
he didn't mean to sure that's how he felt but
He adores you
I mean
Sure you sometimes- most of the time you annoyed him sure but he did care for you.
especially the time when you just obeyed him
that wasn't normally your bubbly energetic and stubborn personality would do but for nagi you were willing
Nagi and you deserved each other.
you were still young
but you thought this was love
he made you smile when you think about him
which was everytime
everytime you think about you him
aaah you just wanna get married already and have his kids
that was probably why you agreed easily to have sexual intercourse
that means he feels the same way you thought
so why was he saying this
surely he didnt mean it right?
‘’sorry’’ he hesitated before he continued  
“i dont think i can be a father, i have blue lo-” 
Slap 
“WHAT ABOUT ME !??, I HAVE TO QUIT SCHOOL MY PARENTS MIGHT NO THEY WILL KICK ME OUT AND YOU- YOU JUST WANT TO LEAVE!!!!’’ 
‘’LEAVE ME ALONE!!” he responded “IT’S NOT MY FAULT YOU ARE PREGNANT, ABORT THE BABY THEN IT’S A HASSLE TO KEEP IT”  
Charles 
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Note: he is still a new character and i know nothing of him
‘'Are you sure it’s mine?’’ 
You and Charles have been dating for a while. 
And while you barely see him because of his soccer career and neo-egoist league- you still loved him. 
So when you found out you were pregnant you were elated 
Since a baby is involved he would spend more time with you  
After all its his child involved 
You smiled when you thought of charles playing soccer with his little son 
What would we name him you merrily thought 
So it hurt hurt you a lot when he asked you 
‘’Are you sure it’s mine?’’ 
“w-what” you replied in disbelief 
“i mean” he yawned “i don’t know maybe you cheated on me” 
“h-how c-could y-you s-uggest th-a-at" you asked tears welling in your eyes 
This wasn’t how it was supposed to go 
“woah don’t cry i-i just mean that maybe it’s a- mi-stake yeah, look im not ready ready to be a father and to be honest i dont think i like y-” 
You burst into tears 
You're so annoying Charles thought  
He liked you but you just annoyed him in ways soccer could never 
Soccer never asked for attention and tried to baby trap him 
You made his heat skip a beat but no the way fighting a strong opponent in soccer did 
When he thought about you- the rare time he did he smiled but when he thought about soccer it didnt just make him smile – it brought out a whole new monster  
He can neglect and insult you but not soccer never soccer  
To a normal person this sounded ridiculous 
Soccer was a thing, a sport, a way of life to egoist like him. 
YN was a human being- not that special 
She didnt bring out a whole new ego- she was boring. 
Also he knew if he accepted his role as the father of the unborn child he’ll have to spend more time with yn and not soccer 
So he had to break it off right now and maybe convince her to get an abortion 
“listen YN......” 
Notes: Charles is a new character and i know nothing of him
if you have any requests you can ask me
 
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mothandnessieread · 7 months
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Gotta love some peaceful Saturday morning reading! I’m so close to finishing my reread of Our Bloody Pearl and I’m loving it just as much as before, if not more! I can’t wait to finish it soon.
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virtuallyleslie · 1 month
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Congratulations Moniquill Blackgoose!
TO SHAPE A DRAGON'S BREATH is on the official reading list for Best First Novel with the Locus Awards
The Locus Awards are reader awards! You decide the winners!
Just go through the poll: https://poll.voting.locusmag.com
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gaywizardemporium · 3 months
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First book in my 2024 reading list. Ashamed to admit I've never read Pratchett, but the second best time is now
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skatesfullofsunshine · 9 months
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Sure, buying a book is great and all. However, the rush one feels when a library book hold is ready, is like a holiday gift waiting to be opened, and I think that’s pretty awesome, too. 
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charliejaneanders · 6 months
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When it comes to revising your story, people talk about cutting or expanding, but I'm a big fan of *combining*.
Those two sentences that say the same thing slightly different ways? Combine 'em.
Those two scenes that are the same scene w/ slight changes? Combine 'em.
Those two characters who occupy more or less the same space in the story? You know what I'm gonna say.
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emilyraustin · 1 year
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I got a frog and toad tattoo recently
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minjilovesfnaf · 27 days
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What is wrong with me?! | CatNap x DogDay | Poppy Playtime Chapter 3 - ☀Coming Out🌙 (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/1424509326-what-is-wrong-with-me-catnap-x-dogday-poppy?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_reading&wp_uname=Unique_StarChild DogDay is pissed with CatNap for everything he has done, but for some stupid reason...he finds him..attractive...?
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robyn-weightman · 5 months
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It is cake/dessert season 🤤
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capuletsbirdie · 1 year
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alternating between reading and writing, drowning in what I know best. literature is my comfort, my escape, a rock I'm not scared to lose grip of. rekindling my love.
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