moonflowerx.bsky.social
She/her ◇ 22 ◇ BA (Hons) Creative Writing
45 posts
36 followers
40 following
Regular Contributor
Active Commenter
comment in response to
post
I'm studying Cantonese 🇭🇰 because my boyfriend is from HK and I'd like to know his native language:)
Definitely only an A1 level for now, I've only been studying on and off since January this year (Cantonese resources are sparse & expensive.)
I've used Drops, Pimsleur, and Outcasts from the 853.
comment in response to
post
But essentially, what I'm trying to say is that I could have been a graduate who is also a published author. Perhaps the book itself wouldn't have been great, but it's an achievement nonetheless.
So if you want to write a book? Do it now. Fix it later if you wish.
But you can do it.
comment in response to
post
The writing process in itself is built upon imperfection. There was nothing stopping me from going back and fixing it later.
Additionally, universities often help their students actually publish their work. (Mine did, anyway.) Look into that.
comment in response to
post
I am also guilty of this lol
I think it's because:
Let me know ASAP. = 😒
Let me know ASAP! = 😁
Maybe that's just me though 😅
comment in response to
post
comment in response to
post
(Also, one last key thing to mention is that the drafting process may be different for neurodivergent people. So, if you are a neurodivergent writer, take this advice with a grain of salt! What works for me might not work for you - as long as you are writing, that's what matters.)
comment in response to
post
And one key thing to remember is this: nothing is permanent until it is published. If you hate it, you can always change it later.
But do not stress over your first draft. If it's terrible, you're probably doing it right.
comment in response to
post
Your first draft is the equivalent of an artist's sketch. Write down those words as they come to you and do not return.
And if you're stuck, you can always skip to the next scene, or just include something simple like: "(Write later!)".
Refining is what second drafts are for.
comment in response to
post
But the bitter truth is that your writing will never be perfect. It will never be that cinematic scene you encapsulate in your mind. Especially not in your first draft.
No, the real truth is this - your first draft not only should suck, it WILL suck. And for good reason!
comment in response to
post
1.2 million signatures now 🤦♀️ do they realise it's a Labour majority government? Of course it isn't going to go anywhere.
comment in response to
post
!!! No problem, glad I could help!
comment in response to
post
I DIDN'T EVEN THINK OF THIS OMG
comment in response to
post
It's strange bc DA is very well known for being the other way round 😭 idk why this happened tbh:/
You don't really get much in the sense of rp (lots of options for your character, but it doesn't rly amount to anything) and they do a lot tell-not-show in the story. Some ppl do like it tho!
comment in response to
post
I know you're asking them & not me but I'd suggest to wait for it to go on sale if you care about story & dialogue 😅
I love DA but I'm really struggling to finish it because of this:/ it's good in every other way tho!
comment in response to
post
Thinking of playing Divinity: Original Sin 2
comment in response to
post
(On first drafts, that will probably be my next tip.)
There's no rule to say you must write in chronological order. As long as you're getting words on the page, that's what matters.
comment in response to
post
The thing is, that blank white page is the scariest hurdle you will overcome. Anything you can write to defeat it - that's important. It doesn't matter where in the story it is.
I know some writers who write the beginning last, which even allows for foreshadowing in their first draft!
comment in response to
post
It seems like a simple, unstated rule - where should you start? Chapter one. (Or worse, the prologue).
No. You start where your imagination lies. If you have the ending inside your head, write it! There's nothing to say it can't be changed later.
comment in response to
post
You'll totally break through tho! Especially if you have a good portfolio:)
comment in response to
post
Oh cool! I wanted to be a video game writer at one point but it's super hard to get into;;
Oh it is, 6 tones & traditional Chinese characters. The odds are stacked against me lol
My bf is from HK & we want to move there in the future, plus I thought it'd be nice to learn his native language:)
comment in response to
post
A TESOL teacher eventually, but I'll be starting out as an English teacher here in the UK :)
I'm just starting out in Canto, not a lot of resources online so I'm thinking of hiring a tutor 😅
Also glad to be spreading awareness!
comment in response to
post
Oh, maybe I'll actually give it a go! I need a new game to play tbf, especially after I was disappointed in Dragon Age. Thanks for this!
comment in response to
post
Worldbuilding is as fluid as a narrative. You may find that your best worldbuilding comes from when you're writing your drafts!
Get your story on a page - even if it's just the first chapter - before you decide the garbage disposal system. You probably won't even include it.
comment in response to
post
This is not to say worldbuilding is not important. On the contrary, intricate worldbuilding can make a world feel more alive.
But it should not feel like a mountain you have to climb, only to reach the peak and realise that actually, you've got a world with nothing written at all.
comment in response to
post
So, try this:
- Write a basic outline of your world. Just the things that are important. The countries, the cultures, geography, religion, etc. (If you need help with this, azgaar.github.io/Fantasy-Map-... is a good resource.)
- And then, WRITE! You can continue worldbuilding later.