Thank you! that was super helpful!

Yeah, I have a lot of alcoholism in my family, so I know how they act, but I don’t know how they feel or what they think.

I just have one quick scene that I need this information for. It can be aggravating how much research goes into a few words XD

@the-inkspiller

I actually knew some of that! I was in love with horses for a…[Read more]

That helps a lot!!! Thank you so much!

Oh, thanks for the recommendation! I’ve been looking at it!

@noah-cochran

Ah, yes, we think alike, Rose. This concept is something I’ve been considering for a while now (though not in the exact way you explained it, so thanks for mentioning it). There is plot question of ‘what would happen if the villains won?’ and making a serie…

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Thanks for the response, Elena!

But I’ll just type stuff and see what happens…

That’s exactly what I’m wanting. Just random ideas you have that I can think on and make new ideas from. 🙂

Make the rebels the evil ones.

I’ve juggled around that idea myself–it is definitely something worth considering.

Take something that’s a normal trope…

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Exactly. No Order 66s. 😂.

@emily-Waldorf

Wonderfully put! I agree. I would highly recommend David Clotfelters Sinners In the Hands of a Good God. Excellent book. I know I already mentioned it, but again, it’s just that good. If you can, read it.

I’d love to!

I believe that while man is free to choose good or evil, we will, in our fallen state, invariably choose evil. Since the Fall it is against our nature to choose good, and therefore against our nature and inclinations to choose God. We are free to do so, but we will not–in both senses of the word. It is an act of…[Read more]

I honestly don’t know. Haven’t thought about it honestly. I think the main point, which I think we both agree on, is that if you’re trying to write something allegorical or purposefully to portray something theological, make God the hero. Make him the savior. You can’t go wrong there.

Also, same. I need to sleep on these things…[Read more]

I would say, no. Our salvation does not depend totally on our acceptance of his sacrifice. It depends on whether God enables us to be able to accept it. Psalm 53 is clear that no one seeks God. Romans 3:23 echoes this. How can we presume that we can choose God when we can’t even seek him?

I agree that we must accept God but we c…[Read more]

That’s interesting! What did you think of the denominations that you moved around to and from?

I think there are a couple reasons.

Fantasy (at least in constructed world) allows you to go crazy in your worldbuilding. You don’t even need to assume physics work the same way as in our world, if you don’t want to! You can create magic systems and fantastical races without worrying about the…[Read more]

Ok great! Let me know if you come up with anything!

Did you actually read every single post or am I interpreting your words wrong? XD

@allertingthbs

Hello sir! I am not sure If you saw my response to your questions or not, but could I get your feedback please?

 
<p style=”text-align: left;”>The only flaw i see in your argument is that teaching children pretty colors and happy endings are good and well, but too often it trickles over into adulthood, and the message of the Bible is watered down. When I say it is rated R, I echo what Brian said. It’s us that is R rated. Inherently, R m…[Read more]

Isaiah, the evening news covers the R-rated activity of humankind.  Are you then implying when you or your family watch the evening news, it is the same as saying you are watching R-rated shows as a family?

I see you’re point when you say you have a problem with calling the content R-rated, but not the book itself. I would just point out that if it’s rated R, it is not appropriate for children, and (as a general rule) morally wrong. To say either of those things about the Bible would be a problem.

Perhaps I am quibbling just with the…[Read more]

For my part I don’t think so. Media with one of, or a combination of Sex, Violence, and Language can merit an R rating.

My opinion is that if it has that degree of Sex, Violence and Language it shouldn’t be watched/read (as a general rule, and with a possible exception for…[Read more]

Hi Isaiah! Thanks for your input it has given me a lot to think about.

Why is the  Family the only ones left who follow teachings that differ from the Bads’ way?

Ahhh another spoiler. Oh well XD so there are three groups of people that believe this way

1) the people directly from the bloodline and pretty much everyone married in…[Read more]

How long have you been writing Denali?

then I would mention that the supernatural isn’t inherently bad

This is your reoccurring argument throughout your comment, so let me drill down on it. As you said, miracles, exist, the spiritual realm is all around us (as I’ve already said, the spiritual realm is realer than the n…[Read more]

Just wanted to say that I think you made some really really really good points which hadn’t even occurred to me!

My only concern with what you said (and I know this wasn’t directed at me, so if you want to ignore my comment, that’s fine!) is that people oftentimes don’t care much about context. I’ve noticed this especially in…[Read more]

I’ve struggled with this for a looong time. These have helped me:

• Step outside your comfort zone regarding what stories you consume. I used to read books that had a very narrow set of fantasy tropes, so my stories all felt like a rehash of the same stuff. When I started reading books I didn’t think I’d like at the recommendation…

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I totally agree with everybody that the buildup for the disastrous night was huge and the payoff was…not. And I specifically agree with @taylor-clogston that I felt very led to believe Daisy Grace was the one who would…[Read more]

Fabry is a skilled writer. All the examples you shared, @daeus-lamb, show skill. In a vacuum, they are good, often great writing.
But they don’t work in Jesse Promise.

First, a comparative poetic device is a strong seasoning. It adds flair where it appears. It also draws attention to i…[Read more]

Hey, this is already going where I didn’t expect it. I actually really liked Matt. 😁Well, particularly his younger self, but the older self was fine too. It’s fascinating how we read the same things differently. @taylorclogston, the lines you quoted, I…[Read more]

It’s unfortunate we’re talking about their friendship so early in the book, before the most important developments occur. Navigating conflict is the heart…[Read more]

I’ve honestly never thought about the pros and cons of revealing or hiding aspects of a character early on in a story. As I’m thinking about it, it seems the one thing I’d avoid is the completely mysterious character.

In Six of Crows, all the character are introduced with…[Read more]

What did you mean by this?

@jennythefaun “Starting the book about two steps away from the climax (at least that’s how it felt to me) also makes it challenging to keep subsequent events interesting and tense enough…we’ve got a main villain. We’ve got a main go…[Read more]

One of my favorite things about Spring is the smell of the fresh air. @n…[Read more]

“The only Marvel movies I haven’t seen are The Incredible Hulk and The Rise of Skywalker.”

Hmmm.