What elements make for a believable character? What can writers add that aids in the complete and utter suspension of disbelief? Lots of thing come to mind like quirks, back stories, associations, inner thoughts, tribulations - and the list goes on and on. However, something many authors have done with beloved recurring characters is to give them hobbies. Certainly Sherlock Holmes had several and varied 'pursuits'. Agatha Christie had Miss Marple constantly knitting. Let's try rounding out
Points of view are so important in stories. As writers, we have to pretend to be someone else, feel what they feel, and ache with their longings. As an exercise, let's pretend to be something not alive. You can fill the object with whatever you feel or think. The object will become a character, a witness, and your sounding board.
#215 - You are a porch swing. You must describe the events that unfold around you, but only during times of great emotion. That's when you awaken.
Ah, the fourth Thursday of the month. We all know what that means, right? It's time for the Author Guess Who reveal! Did y'all have any guesses as to who the mystery author could be? If not, time to take another look at the interview...
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So, we have someone who is a fan of both Alan Alda and Jerry Seinfeld, has two Bachelor degrees, and is allergic to dogs. Well, that last part is pretty tragic. How awful! Unable to pet floofy doggos... Those poor, h
Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Apocalyptic and Post-apocalyptic
concerned with the end of civilization, either through nuclear war, plague, or some other general disaster. Post-apocalyptic fiction is set in a world or civilization after such a disaster. Example: 2012, The Day After Tomorrow, I am Legend
Dawn of Tears by dkstories Complete
Shelter by Comicality Long-Term Hold
The Falcon Banner by Topher Lydon Complete
Hidden Sunlight by Stellar Complete
Have you read Libby Drew's story, Running Far Afield, that was featured for this month's CSR story? I know at least 3 site authors left reviews after reading it this month (AWESOME!!!) but if you read this 15k short story, please leave a comment below after you check out Libby's interview!
This month's CSR author was Libby Drew, an author who has been a Signature Author on GA for a very long time, sharing her work with readers here for our enjoyment. Did you like reading Running Far Afield? Share your thoughts below! But first... the interview!
Are you a person who makes their bed in the morning, or do you not see much point?
I make the bed strictly so the dogs won’t get their muddy paws on my clean sheets. If I’m in a hurry, I just throw a blanket over the whole thing a
Ho hum
First day of spring came and we got snow snow snow 😛 Definitely there are those of you out their that are giggling like skewl gurls on the playground Well I hope your comeuppance comes soon .
So was looking for a place that I could find some more gay themed movies than Prime and Nexflix and then came across a free streaming service called Tubi which I believe is available in Canada and the US of A. Their is a lot of movies on there, some not so good quality and some good quali
Violence
All stories...or at least the interesting and memorable ones...have one thing in common. And that is an element of conflict. There has to be some sort of motivation for your protagonist to chase after, a goal has to be established, and the conflict is whatever obstacle or antagonist that stands between the two of them. Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the other side. Ok, but where’s the story in that? Maybe there’s heavy traffic that makes crossing the road a dangerous
Since National Poetry Writing Month is fast approaching, along with the Poetry Anthology, I thought it would be the perfect time to feature some poetry prompts!
PT Prompt #213 - Poetry
Write a poem about a feeling without explicitly naming what that feeling is.
PT Prompt #214 - Poetry
Use spring as your springboard to start a poem. Embrace the fickleness of the season!
Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or
Why did I choose April to feature the poetry anthology? I thought it would be a perfect way to feature our site poets during National Poetry Month! April is the month to celebrate all things poetry; so read, write, and if you're daring, participate in the NaPoWriMo writing challenge! NaPoWriMo stands for National Poetry Writing Month. It's the sibling to NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) in November. So what is this challenge I speak of? Simple. Write one poem per day (30 total) dur
Did you catch Monday's blog feature of Mrsgnomie's flash fiction, Puzzle Pieces? Check out this excerpt and go read it if you haven't already!
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Top 10 Most Read Romance - Contemporary Romance
Set in the present time, focusing on the romantic relationships of characters in modern settings.
Life of Phoenix by kuragari129 Complete
Seeking Nirvana by LittleBuddhaTW Complete
DJ by Doug Spencer Long-Term Hold
Palouse by rec Complete
North Meets South, Worlds Collide by R. Eric Long-Term Hold
The Cardmaker and the Caretaker by Timothy M. Long-Term Hold
My Only Escape by Comicality Com
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That so sad. I only start read his stories few week ago and they really good and even helps me with school things and thinking what to do. Feel sorry for all his friends here to.
Everybody is undefeated at the start of the season. Whether the fan's cheery optimism is justified gets sorted out by playing the games.
Except for Cleveland fans. They are cursed to suffer.
I could spend a goodly amount of time on this one, but won't. I chose to focus instead on his last quote for the word of the day.
Pathological Liars, Psychopaths & Natural Liars - Differences
I am going to suggest a test that each you may try and is impossible to cheat at????
You would only be fibbing to yourself.
The Test!
This is a three part(3), times test. Close your eyes and say one of the types, whose face or what faces come to mind.
Do thi
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