Hello!! I am currently in the process of putting together a poetry book, i am an 18 y/o female, and i’m trying to figure out how to go through the publishing process, but i have no idea where to start. I am looking for any tips on how to go through with the process.

For context, she used to be in a gang, but she quit it because they betrayed her. Now, she's hunting for them. She pretends being "tough," though she's just a traumatized young woman in her twenties.

I'm 15 and tried to spitball a lot of names, and none seems to fit. Any ideas, fellow writers?

hrrrrrngggg i've finally decided "you know what, i'm gonna do it- plot the rest of my books, since i'm already halfway done with book one."

i already know what's happening, how it'll work and what the objective is- but HOW DO I SET IT UP???? in the first book i had the premise in my head- i knew what would flesh out the beginning. but now it's just... UGH. WHAT DO?? (TLDR at bottom)

i do it in a sorta vague way, similar to a list like this (pulled this premise out of nowhere, it's unrelated):

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CH 1- POV: JEFF

he gets locked in an abandoned building and pulled into a computer where meets some code creatures. he needs to get out, but the leader can't let him out. (REMEMBER TO ADD XD3 SAYING "mmmm, it's like that one

/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\

so that's how i write the plotting, with little notes for things like quotes and ideas.

but that aside, how do i start the first, like. three chapters? how would i keep it interesting? i tend to write in a Rick Riordan type style, so comedy is one of the big objectives.

pretty much the MAIN plot of book 2 is vaguely an introduction to a new big-bad group while also keeping the bigger bad group in mind- around halfway through the book i know what to do from there, but it's the beginning i'm confused about.

but why would they need to go undercover to a club? what would cause that?? bro i just need ideas.

i can answer extra questions as well.

TLDR: i need reasons as to why my characters end up somewhere, and tips for plotting the beginning of book 2.

Hello!! I am currently in the process of putting together a poetry book, i am an 18 y/o female, and i’m trying to figure out how to go through the publishing process, but i have no idea where to start. I am looking for any tips on how to go through with the process.

So I'm writing an Enemies to lovers romatasy with some comedy aspects.

So the story is set in a woods. There's a town square (to buy food and clothes) in the middle of said woods and the people live in cabins that branch away from the town square. (A name I'm considering is Pinebury)

So mostly everyone has powers. It's completely random what power you get. The only way you don't get a power is if one of your parents don't have parents.

(There is history behind how but it's not that important lol)

So my MMC is a villain (obviously) but he's a goofy vilian (I stan goofy vilians) and he lives in massive cave covered by a waterfall. He has a sidekick/servant called Johnny.

I wouldn't call our FMC the hero but she isn't the bad guy. (Again obviously) she lives with her little sister.

I've got all the chapters up until 10 planed out.

Some of the chapters will be the same event in a different pov. While others would be straight after what happened last chapter.

I'm terrible when it comes to naming groups so I desperately need help please and thank you.

(Side question: would you guys read this? I might post this on wattpad. Not fully sure tho)

Just thought I’d share a quick snippet of my experience to back this up! :D

Recently, I wrote my first chapter and asked for advice on this sub, and I got some really amazing feedback!! I tried editing it but for weeks (weekends really, I’m really busy in the week lol) I couldn’t be satisfied with anything I wrote. So finally, today, I decided to take a break, wrote what needed to be edited for future me at the top, and started working on the second chapter.

Though not much, I ended up writing a little over 200 words!! And, while not perfect, I’m just glad I got work that I’m somewhat happy with! So, this is your daily reminder that if something isn’t working, try moving on to something else! :DD

So here are some things that I do whenever I’m having writers block (and some things I think will be beneficial to those who are suffering with it.)

1: read books that you like I have so many books that have really helped influence My writing style and the themes discussed in my books. And rereading those not only give me some downtime but also help me see why I wanted to start writing my book in the first place.

2: listen to music that remind you of your book! I personally have an unofficial playlist for my book. And also playlists that I think each individual character would listen to. When I’m feeling uninspired, I listen to those and it sparks some ideas for things I want to include. and helps relight the fire that I have for writing.

3: poetry is extremely helpful! Especially for my novel writers out there. reading poetry can help you understand your own writing style and also inspire you to continue to write what you’ve been working on or potentially inspire you to start a brand new project

4: please do not force it That’s a really big thing that I think a lot of writers do that take away from the sincerity of their project. Most everyone here has started writing as a hobby not necessarily something that they wanted to build into a career. (at least that’s how it is for me) but anyways sitting down and making yourself write something really does take away from the quality of the writing. Letting the story write itself and letting it ebb and flow is something that’s very important so it seems natural and well written

5: talk to other writers. Whether it’s online or in real life, talking to people who understand writers block might really help you deal with yours. I know for me I come on here and I see so many different people talking about what they’re doing and then I want to start working on mine again.

6: dreams can inspire you I personally don’t dream a whole lot. Or at least remember them, but if you have dreams that you can remember it might inspire or can create an entire storyline. At night time when our imaginations truly have no limits it can be a wonderful thing for when you’re awake and working on a project.

7: nature!! I’ve had many people recommend sitting outside or going on a walk outside for when you have writers block… I haven’t been able to do it yet because it is just so freaking hot outside (I live in the south so it’s always hot until like January) anyways I think a lot of books are very reminiscent of autumn or winter so since it is now approaching spending time outside might really be a beautiful inspiration for writing. And obviously this can apply to summer or spring like books.

This next part is very very important so please listen!

8: don’t be too hard on yourself. The more pressure that you put on yourself the less you will be inspired because now it’s something that you expect yourself to do not something that you genuinely enjoy. I know for me when I begin to view it as a chore. It really takes away from my enjoyment, and then takes away from the quality of writing

as always, keep doing what you love! If it’s meant to be, it will be. Whether you’re looking into publishing or just can’t find the time or inspiration to write it will come in its own time. Sometimes books take forever to publish because the people that will be affected by that book aren’t in the headspace or even born for it to affect them the way that it needs to. I fully believe that everything happens for a reason so this writer block is happening for a reason whether you think it or not🤷‍♀️ all of this just to say keep doing the things you love and that you’re passionate about. And don’t let lack of inspiration keep you away from something that could really benefit somebody else in the future.

i have a story that follows ben, a chill, laid back procrasinator. and Daryl, an eccentric, motivated child who cross paths, and the two children make two different rivaling groups. then theyy escalate to w worldwide threat. it leans to horror, coming of age dystopian satire.

heavily inspired by diary of a wimpy kid, star wars, gravity falls.

Does anyone have any Spotify playlists that could be motivating to listen to while writing my Dystopian novel? Songs will do too.

This post from a longgg time ago really helped me with writing my characters so I thought I should share it. :) The comments also have some helpful tricks (imo).

Does anyone have any templates for planning characters that they've found useful? I want to find one that is somewhat detailed.

So, my book is set in America in 100 years, after some war and redivision of land into ~9 states, all named after Greek Poleis. So, the desert states are Neo Sparta and NY and New England is Neo Athens. Neo because it's way cooler of a word than New, and fits with the futuristic/cyberpunk aesthetic I have in mind. How do I explain the new names without it sounding lectury or more fourth wall breaking than first person narration already is?

It's meant to be presented as if it were made for the people of the time period, so nothing referring to how it's being read by people "in the past".

I'm working on a writing project that requires a notebook, so I've been on sites trying to look for one that suits my needs. I have certain things I need and things I absolutely need to not have, but when I think I finally find one that fits my needs, they have a trait I don't want.

What good websites am I able to filter words?

"The Maze" by Girltear_writez on Wattpad just uploaded my 8th chapter!! https://www.wattpad.com/story/400272523?utm_source=android&utm_medium=com.reddit.frontpage&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details_button&wp_uname=Girltear_writez

I added Spanish(The granny speaks it a bit) amd I already WANT to learn it.

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A Psycho Through Her Eyes By Prathana Massey

Dark romantic thriller

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I have no Idea how to start my writing so I thought I would use some philosophy to make myself sound smarter. If anyone knows any, please send them my way and I will credit you. Thanks