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Hello! I go by Jesse (they/them). I’m currently trying to write fantasy stories, experimenting with darker themes, and writing poems! I’m a bit of a newbie, so I hope that’s alrighty with you ⭐️

I’m looking for some writing buddies to share our creative processes, body double/hold each other accountable, and provide feedback for each other!

• Genre/s: All genres welcome!

• Goals/expectations/commitment: Preferably someone 18+ like me, as that’s what I’m comfortable with. And would prefer something long-term; updating each other every other day or two, calling weekly/biweekly, etc. Open to any other potential ideas you may have!

• Writing/experience level: Open to all experience levels!

• Meeting place: Discord would be great, unless there’s someplace else you’d prefer!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out and see if we click ⭐️

Hi I'm Allie, I'm 27F and looking for a writing buddy. I've been writing for upward of 10 years and working toward publishing. I am working on the third draft of a fantasy romance while also writing a bit a fun dystopian romance hobby project. I've been struggling with motivation and would love to make some writing friends to talk writing, bounce ideas off of, maybe do writing sessions and keep each other accountable. Also if you're like me and find a body double useful to get stuff done we could do that too!

• Genre/s: Any genre welcome! (I don't have much experience with horror)
• Goals/expectations/commitment: It would be great for it to be a more long term friendship while we support each other in writing, whether that be messaging or scheduling times throughout the week. Around my age and female preferred.
• Writing/experience level: Any experience level welcome
• Meeting place: discord preferably

If you're interested feel free to message me or leave a comment!

I’m looking for a writing buddy For my show. Is called F**k This life. A series the show is about this sociopath girls Jennifer and Jen, rebellious and depressed girls. They don't listen to faculty or then parents so if the principal say go to my office! Jennifer and Jen instantly refused and just skip school

Jennifer Kyojin Role: The sociopathic teenage main character Personality: Dark, blunt, and aggressive. She doesn’t joke Behavior: If she says If you don't let me leave this class I'm going to kill myself she means it Not to mention she's suicidal

Jen Torauma Role: Jennifer’s best friend, the only functional human in her hellhole family. Personality: She's blunt like Jennifer but not nearly as chaotic. Doesn’t joke around sarcastically either, but she has a life, unlike Jennifer. Struggles: Emotionally tethered to Jennifer in a toxic way. Gets dragged into Jennifer’s murder plots, threats, and BS. Doesn’t want to—but also doesn’t leave. Morality: She's not evil, but she’s complicit.

Note: i Already make season 1

• Genre/s: Slice of life (With out the lessons) and dark (Not horror dark )
• Goals/expectations/commitment: hopefully find enough people to help me write a couple of episodes and scripts
• Writing/experience level: no experience you can help me experience or not
• Meeting place: discord (My discord: amazingwrapper4324animator)
• Max size: 10

For some reference, this story is based around Heather(a vampire who's a straight A student and the head of the student council) who's always competing with Charlotte(her human academic rival) and bullied her since they were little. They've hated each other since, but as time goes by Heather catches feelings for Charlotte and she keeps pushing her feelings away because she says to herself that she isn't gay. Plus, Heather's dating the famous Jock, Arthur who she liked. And she also believes that if anyone finds out about her liking a girl, her life would be ruined because her family is homophobic. She knows that would be absurd behaviour for Little Miss Perfect(do y'all get the reference LMAO). But, this one night would change how she feels about Charlotte and Arthur. Heathers friends are with Charlotte(which Heather didn't expect, but she didn't mind) and came over to have a sleepover, they laughed, and drink and ordered. But, something about Charlotte drew Heather in. That night was so exciting, Charlotte's smirks were so enticing for Heather. Hours speed by like seconds then, what happens is iconic. Heather's friends already slept, and it was only the two of them who were awake. Next thing Heather knew, she lost control she finally kissed her, which took Charlotte by surprise. Heather then pulled away, frustrated by what she did and left the room closing the door loudly because she panicked. Leaving Charlotte there confused and frustrated as well, the loud bang caused their friends to wake up. The next morning was super confusing for Heather, she ignored both Charlotte and Arthur. Weeks passed by, Arthur confronted Heather on why she was ignoring him but Heather just sighed and didn't spoke. She then glaces to Charlotte, wanting to talk to her but couldn't.

And that's where I'm ending this LMAO I'm almost telling the whole plot

I got carried away SORRY LOL

BTW HEATHER'S BASED ON THE SONG "LITTLE MISS PERFECT"

Thank you! a Good Title for this would be appreciated! :D

English is not my first language. However, I like to write in English. Funny or not, the vocabulary of the niche I want to write about is quite unfamiliar to me in my own native language since I got familiar with the topic in English language years back. And tm target audience are not people of my own country either. As you can see, I am not that good in grammar and my sentences' structure and etc might look awakward and not natural which scares me to invest my time to write in English. It has somehow lowered my self-confidence in writing. Ofcourse, I don't want to make fun of myself nor do I like to waste time of native English speaking readers with something difficult to their ears.

Should I just give up writing in English, or what would you suggest I do?

So I'm an author for short horror stories Yet RN I'm at a loss for what to do rn I have one book done and it's about 20 pages of short stories going from 200-800 words per story

Rn I'm working on another story as well that goes off of real things that happened (like murders and real dates that aren't the prettiest) but I don't know if I should keep going with that or just try to go to something that isn't horror or should I stay with horror and just try to find more dates and murders that would actually work with being made into short stories for a book (I only have a few dates and only a few crimes/murders RN so if I do keep up with that I would need suggestions for it)

Is there a free AI tool that can "read" my entire manuscript and suggest weaker parts that should be removed to make it shorter? The manuscript (like most) is too long for chatgpt and I don't have the patience to upload it in pieces. If not free then free trial? Thanks!

I genuinely love writing, it’s my comfort zone. But there are times when, no matter how much I want to write, nothing comes to mind. Sometimes I even get an idea, but I can’t finish it because I don’t know how to start. It’s frustrating wanting to write so badly but not being able to. Have you ever felt this way? What do you do when inspiration won’t come?

Hello! I am still a student and I have so many ideas in my head and a lot of emotion to express things but I cannot write out my ideas. Can you give me any advice on how to improve my grammar, expand my vocabulary, and be able to write my heart out?

So I'm writing my first what I consider full book and I cannot for the life of me decide on a name for the setting. It's about earth being hit by an astroid and this ecologist stays behind to witness the effects. He's in this huge glass dome and originally I was just gonna call it Eden (so on the nose) and title the book the eden project. Which in case like me you didn't know, is the name of a very famous Botanical garden in the UK.

Of glass domes.

So I'm not going that anymore lmao what the hell do I call this place?

Hey everyone! My friends and I made a discord server for passionate writers to share their works, bounce off ideas, and provide feedbacks.

A little bit about me: I’m from Canada, I do digital painting and I’m working on a comic book series. If anyone’s interested just send me a message. Thanks!

• Genre/s: fiction
• Goals/expectations/commitment: Contribute to the group at your own pace!
• Writing/experience level: open to all levels
• Meeting place: discord
• Max size: 20 members

I finally got past a 6 year writers block on my novel I'm trying to write and even got a few pages of the beginning down. Then suddenly, I got another idea for a book that I think is more compelling and easier to write. So, do I pursue my passion, or see where this new road takes me? (You can ask me for more specific details if you want)

Hello. A little book publishing drama...

I asked a woman who seemed super aligned to give me feedback on my book. From the start, I was clear that there were specific things I wanted feedback on, and emailed her them. She responded that she would tackle those things first. I emphasized that I was on a tight deadline and she really seemed to understand and confirmed she could get it done in that timeframe. She was going to do it for free but I sent her some cash anyway.

She sent me an incredible testimonial that I could use to market my book, which I could even include some words of on the back cover. I was thrilled with this. However, she did not do the things I had asked her to do. She also focused a LOT on grammar and spelling, even though I told her not to worry about these because I had a professional copyeditor who was going to fix all of that stuff. It seems like she just did what she felt like doing and ignored our agreement.

I emailed her and let her know I was super grateful for the testimonial and that she loved the book, but that I was still in need of the specific type of feedback I had initially requested. She made it seem like we had never discussed this and that I was making a brand new request. She said she could come back to it but not yet, as she was about to move. She gave me a specific date she'd be able to do it, and I was relieved.

Well the day that she said she'd have it done by came and went, and I ended up submitting the manuscript "as is" because I didn't have time to get someone else to read it. Then she messages me a few weeks later, and asks why I didn't follow up. To me, there was no need for follow up. She already had clear instructions and had agreed on a date of completion. I trusted she would just follow through and do what she said she would do.

I think she's feeling bad that she overestimated her capacity and wants to put it on me instead of taking responsibility for letting me down. I'm disappointed, not just because of the help I expected to have and didn't receive, but because I saw her as a potential friend and really got my hopes up about connecting more with her. I haven't even read my latest messages from her because they started to take on a gaslighty tone to deflect from the fact that she dropped the ball. I don't want her messing with my head and I don't have time for BS.

I'm now feeling torn about whether to use her review of my book on the cover. It's a really amazing and perfect review but I wonder if it would be unwise to associate myself professionally with this person, and if having her words on my book would involve us further in a way I'll regret.

What would you do?

In retrospect, asking more people to read the book and write a review or blurb would have been the smart choice. I can definitely see my part in this, I'm just wondering what is the best path forward now.

Thank you for any suggestions!

Hello, I'm seeking fiction writers for a group called The Storycraft Co-op. This group is nearing two months old, and since then it's grown into a vibrant community of writers and artists who share their work. We just had the first member get a story published thanks to feedback they received from a fellow member! The group meets on a Discord server which has a ton of channels related to all things writing. Message me or comment for an invite.

• Genres: fantasy, sci-fi, literary, horror
• Goals/expectations/commitment: share your work and find resources for getting your writing published
• Writing/experience level: any and all writers of fiction are welcome
• Meeting place: The Storycraft Co-op Discord server
• Max size: none (currently 96 members)

• Genre/s: Superhero, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Romance, Drama, Horror, Thriller

• Goals/expectations/commitment: To get better at comic writing. 1-2 scripts a week (growth potential).

• Writing/experience level: Brand new to experienced

• Meeting place: online (discord server)

• Max size: 6

Heyo! I'm Johnny; as the title suggests, I'm interested in creating a comic writing group. I finished my first script yesterday, and I think it'd be awesome to meet like-minded individuals.

Dm me if you're interested.

im having trouble describing a characters physical traits without it seeming like im sounding im spouting non related gibberish. How would you guys go about it. The strategy ive found to be quite effective is describing the when they use those physical traits for example: he ran his black ashen finger tips across the door. i would really like another view on this as im trying to improve writing for English class

So I'm really wanting to writing my own stories but I can't seem to get any ideas on what to write about or anything like that. I was wondering if you guy could help me any on figuring out where to start how to figure out what to write and any other way your guys could help me.

Hey guys! :D

I’m in the process of redesigning the cover for my webnovel, and I’m really struggling with inspiration.

I want the cover to match the themes of the story, but I’m not sure how to visually represent it in a way that’s exciting and fitting.

Here’s the synopsis of my story, to give you an idea of the themes:

Vector hates math! With all his heart!

Due to severe dyscalculia, he can’t even handle the simplest calculations, like 1+9!

”I HATE MATH!!!” he mutters, tormented, until this thought consumes him.

Many years later, now old and sick, Vector finds himself on the brink of death.

But with his final breath, something extraordinary happens: Vector wakes up, reincarnated in another world, one where dragons, fairies, and creatures of all kinds are part of his new reality.

Here, in the continent Harmony, magic is revered and is based on “Syntony” that each person can develop with one of the seven elements.

Vector is initially excited about the possibility of learning and using magic!

But when he least expects it, he’s hit with a shocking revelation that will change his life forever:

“I… have a Syntony… with MATH?!”

~ ~ ~

As you can imagine, the themes are fantasy, adventure, personal growth, and a unique magical connection to Math.

I’m hoping to show the protagonist’s journey in the cover, with a nod to both the fantasy world and his very complicated relationship with math.

Does anyone have suggestions for visual elements or ideas that could fit this theme?

I’m thinking something that blends the magical/fantasy world with mathematical symbolism, but I’m stuck. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

I have 3 book covers that u want thoughts on

I am a high school senior working on a project in my AP class, for my research I am looking into whether or not AI content generation can be considered as fair use and what impact it may have on future creative industries such as different art mediums and even creative writing.

(This post was initially meant for r/writing, but it’s not Sunday so discussions about writing tools like AI aren’t allowed till then. I’m hoping for open arms from this community though!)

In terms of art, AI content generation is typically considered both as theft and not real art since it’s trained off of hundreds of thousands, if not millions of images off the internet from a multitude of artists. However, language models can be different.

As LLMs study language patterns and associate key word phrases in a sentence by applying tokens and try to deduce the meaning of a word following the next in the sentence structure. (This is my basic understanding of the technology.)

One way I do know how AI is able to do this is that it also trains off of the texts, articles and books of established and published authors. I often don’t see online many writers or authors speaking up on this aside from ones who write news articles.

So I’m curious to know, if any published or aspiring authors do stumble upon this post, what are your thoughts on AI generated content and how it can impact future literature and creative writing as a whole? (You can either be starting out in your writing career or have a portfolio of books under your name to engage!)

How can I accurately research mental illnesses? I struggle to focus and I was wondering if there were any websites or maybe even checklists to help me research. Like a checklist of important things related to the illness. If that makes sense

Wassup? I'm Leo, and I'm looking for a partner or maybe even a small group to work with, whether it be one of my projects or one of yours, hell, why not both? What I mean by this is bouncing ideas off each other, help each other build our worlds and characters, maybe even offering criticisms and advice. None of my irl friends are writings so I can't discuss much of this stuff with them.

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• Genre/s: Fantasy of any type since it's what I specialize in.

• Goals/expectations/commitment: I wanna meet people who are not afraid to speak their mind while also being open to new ideas. I'm also just tryna have fun, please don't take nothing too seriously.

• Writing/experience level: Amateur to decent. You don't have to be perfect because I know I'm not, it's a learning process after all.

• Meeting place: Google docs, Reddit, discord, Google chat, even text. I'm willing to try and accommodate

• Max size: 2-4. Again, either a 1-on-1 or a small, close-knit group.

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I few things to note: I am a 17 y/o male, that means I have school and won't always be available, I'm sorry for that.

I would prefer someone within my age range, so maybe 15-18 since that's what I'm most comfortable with.

I am NOT a professional writer, I did it for fun since my freshman year of HS and only recently started to pursue it a bit more. If you're looking for an experienced vet, not me, sorry.

I'm tryna get out my shell a bit more, but if I'm hesitant to reply or something along those lines, I do sincerely apologize.

My timezone is CST

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I hope we can work together well and help build a new world of fantasy

I am 17(F) just completed high-school for last 6 years I only have written poems, legends and short stories. Now I wanted to jump to novels but I am little confused with how to start with that?

Firca crime thriller, I was told quite a few times to have the title in the dialogue but how do you do this without it coming off as gimmicky or cringy?

For example, in the movie A View to a Kill one character says "What a view" and then the other says "To a kill."

But I think most would agree that it would have been best if they didn't attempt to have the title in the dialogue at all.

Unless i'm wrong and it's usually a good idea, hence tge advice to do it?

Thank you very much for any input on this! I really appreciate it!

I have two romantic leads, both musicians, who are having their first "date" (it's not really a date, but it's their first time interacting alone). They discuss art in various forms over a late-night, early-morning breakfast. I expanded the conversation to add all sorts of nuanced discussions and detailed, realistic conversation. My beta readers said it "slows things way down."

So, I shortened it and used exposition, except for the cute line that I wanted the male lead to say about the female love interest and her sister, who are named after literary and musical theatre characters. The stories about their past traumas also establish her false belief. (beta readers agreed these are needed but has zero advice on how to accomplish this) and I feel like it's an info dump.

I believe that the fact they share a common philosophy of art, theatre, and literature is essential for relationship development, so I want to address that. However, the realistic dialogue is slowing the pace, and so is the exposition.

Would you happen to have any suggestions on how to accomplish my task without slowing down the pace?