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  • Brian Stansell replied to the topic Friendly debates here! in the forum Fantasy Writers 4 years, 6 months ago

    I believe that cursing is the language of the uneducated and lazy.  With one or two words, one reveals their inability to articulate and they marginalize their audience to only those who seek darkness, to justify their own aggressions.

    There.  That ought to stoke a fire. 😉

    Like no one, ever, picks up a book and says, “Ooo I want to read this book with characters who can curse a blue streak.  Oh, joy! A book where all primary characters are suffering from Tourette syndrome manifesting through coprolalia. That’s what I need to relax and enjoy.”

    It takes more skill, not less, to depict strong emotions or reactions without resorting to gutter talk.

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