Story Embers | Daeus Lamb | Activity https://storyembers.org/members/daeus-lamb/activity/ Activity feed for Daeus Lamb. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:40:41 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en 30 hourly 2 a0a4f318bb725964747b5617a6736dff Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=134857 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:00:17 -0400 A few months ago, I maxed out my schedule.
 
That may sound stressful, but it was actually a happy occasion. I began a new job I felt good about.
 
The sad part? I lost writing time.
 
Thankfully, I pr […]

]]> 7abbf4a3bbafb03f21c81531219b8691 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic MAJOR FORUM ANNOUNCEMENT - end of an era in the forum Announcements https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/major-forum-announcement-end-of-an-era/#post-158370 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:47:07 -0400 @r-m-archer

We understand that closing the forum will be a loss, but having considered our options, we don’t think there is a way to keep it running that would be less of a risk/sacrifice than closing it.

The forum will be removed from the site, though I believe we will still have the archive on the backend. However, I do not expect the forum…[Read more]

]]> 0 c03bbc9edbfad8522f284918adea6a3d Daeus Lamb started the topic MAJOR FORUM ANNOUNCEMENT - end of an era in the forum Announcements https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/major-forum-announcement-end-of-an-era/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 21:40:55 -0400 Hello to all my fellow writers out there!

I have some major news regarding the Story Embers forum. It’s not bad news, but it may come as sad news to some. Seasons come and go, and we will be making changes to the site, so I wanted to let you all know in advance.

When we launched the forum 5 years ago, we dreamed of making it a thriving community…[Read more]

]]> 0 ac4c4e7aeb0ae78df047814f2094b274 Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/how-should-christian-authors-portray-suffering/comment-page-1/#comment-12137 Fri, 26 May 2023 22:52:50 -0400 Hi StorySeeker,

This really depends on your character. A few things are almost guaranteed: she will be angry and confused. Long term, she will probably develop some sort of wrong belief (maybe something bad about herself or overly sympathetic about her betrayer, or a sense of stoicism, etc.) Something that limits her as long as she holds to it.…[Read more]

In reply to - Daeus Lamb wrote a new post Editor’s Note: This article is the second installment in our four-part series on how to balance darkness and hope in fiction. To learn why we’re doing this series and how we’re appro […] ]]> 444600d22d63259e0c61591c16938759 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic New Phase of Life... Aka: Goodbye! in the forum Contemporary Fiction Writers https://storyembers.org/groups/contemporary-fiction-writers/forum/topic/new-phase-of-life-aka-goodbye/#post-156967 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:16:56 -0400 @olivia I’ll remove you. I do think you have to subscribe from the emails manually, unless perhaps I completely deleted your account.

]]> 0 e6424fbf8ed9f9ce11c9fdc7cd29c88c Daeus Lamb replied to the topic New Phase of Life... Aka: Goodbye! in the forum Contemporary Fiction Writers https://storyembers.org/groups/contemporary-fiction-writers/forum/topic/new-phase-of-life-aka-goodbye/#post-156966 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:16:53 -0400 @olivia I’ll remove you. I do think you have to subscribe from the emails manually, unless perhaps I completely deleted your account.

]]> 0 428b343cf481dba1d42f9bfb25a4a94b Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=156166 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 21:00:15 -0400 “Bearing” the image of God ought to be an active verb, because it’s a mad dash with no finish line. To steal from C. S. Lewis, it continually guides us “farther up and farther in.” God has bestowed this gift and […]

]]> ad065f7b529cc53fd2a0ec4806ff16da Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Fantasy Writers/Character Castle Not Working? in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/fantasy-writers-character-castle-not-working/#post-154729 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 22:14:16 -0400 I will look into this.

]]> 0 e33a9a502f93154c80e27a4b831e7969 Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/how-to-use-post-it-notes-to-visually-organize-your-story/comment-page-1/#comment-11888 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:22:04 -0400 This sounds worth trying, though I’m worried I would use a gazillion post it notes. How many do you use for a novel?

In reply to - Joshua Barrera wrote a new post You settle into your desk for a writing session, but instead you end up hopping from chapter to chapter, trying to remind yourself what happens and when. You notice that a […] ]]> af3b7c9e74e6a956afd1af4d9ad4c594 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Building a Platform...Any Advice? in the forum Publishing and Marketing Nerds https://storyembers.org/groups/publishing-and-marketing-nerds/forum/topic/building-a-platform-any-advice/#post-150966 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 22:20:54 -0400 @josie-m

I’m not an expert but I am good at some things things well and I sure know what not to do.

Here’s some of my top advice in no particular order or organization.

  • I think it’s essential to market in a way you can enjoy. That’s the only way it will be sustainable. You may tell yourself “I will write one blog post a week!” or whatever it…

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]]> 0 f8520af7a5ac204d62d04836a6feacd6 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Post-webinar discussion in the forum Themes https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/post-webinar-discussion/#post-149480 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:52:43 -0400 @rebekah12 Thanks. 🙃 Is Ventar your favorite?

]]> 0 f961f14038b5651170641cf2ad59ff99 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Post-webinar discussion in the forum Themes https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/post-webinar-discussion/#post-149479 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:51:52 -0400 @epicaddie2

How to train your dragon 2 is actually pretty good. The thematic question is something like “How can a peacemaker stand against a powerful and ruthless enemy?” They do a great job playing this to the full. Also just a beautifully structured and moving film.

I also like The Stormlight Archives, especially Oathbringer, which examines…[Read more]

]]> 0 c551555220d9f08663821b4f62ffd1a1 Daeus Lamb started the topic Post-webinar discussion in the forum Themes https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/post-webinar-discussion/ Wed, 30 Mar 2022 23:36:31 -0400 Everyone who just attended Josiah’s webinar on crafting thematic questions, this is where you can post your unanswered questions and discuss how to take your themes to the next level!

]]> 0 ae7af842dc493e7f056020802920a9ac Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Exploring Lewis and Tolkien's Portrayal of the Feminine in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/exploring-lewis-and-tolkiens-portrayal-of-the-feminine/#post-147298 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 14:22:07 -0400 Cool discovery!

I just have to say, there’s actually a negative female character in unfinished tales. She’s the wife of one of the Numenorian princes and they grow apart (both of their faults) and she basically raises her child to hate the father. 😛

 

]]> 0 bc66eec58168f7454ef4f5db9d45d9df Daeus Lamb started the topic Feedback on article on developing magic and tech in the forum Research and Worldbuilding https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/feedback-on-article-on-developing-magic-and-tech/ Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:55:16 -0400 Hi guys,

I’m developing an article for Story Embers on Developing magic and tech that transforms stories.

I’ve mostly completed the article, though it need some small additions (like a conclusion, lol.)

But I have this nagging feeling I’m missing something. Anyone want to peek at it and offer feedback on how I could make it…[Read more]

]]> 0 782038445f876093c7b28dea4b87455e Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Horror Story Ideas in the forum Horror writers https://storyembers.org/groups/horror-writers/forum/topic/horror-story-ideas/#post-146312 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:51:49 -0400 Oooh, it’s Sci-fi. I like it.

]]> 0 70db1328431e9bb10f297027c55528c0 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Dual Points of View in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/dual-points-of-view/#post-146250 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:17:13 -0400 @gbfruitbat I wrote a 3rd person pov book with several POV characters. At first, readers struggled to relate to the main character. I tried switching his scenes to first person as one tactic to help readers relate to him better. I know one guy who didn’t like it, but almost everyone thought it improved the story.

Most writers who only have two…[Read more]

]]> 0 ec758346b028c32ecaf3ef21885e2973 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Horror Story Ideas in the forum Horror writers https://storyembers.org/groups/horror-writers/forum/topic/horror-story-ideas/#post-146146 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 14:56:17 -0400 🤔 Boy, I can’t remember which story I was talking about. Probably one that will involve a lot of traveling through a demon-haunted wood that examines how pure good and pure evil are so other to the human experience that we could not survive an encounter with either.

I also have a vague idea for a story set in an old, crazy mansion involving a…[Read more]

]]> 0 0a63120becad1e72c530578e00ace8b3 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Why is Christian Sci-Fi Scarcer than Fantasy? in the forum Sci-fi Writers https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/why-is-christian-sci-fi-scarcer-than-fantasy/#post-146145 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 14:50:56 -0400 Hey, I should mention, if anyone’s interested in writing Sci-fi, there’s this epic YouTube channel that can give you tons of inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFipeZtQM5CKUjx6grh54g

His channel basically exists to examine how Sci-fi could actually work.

]]> 0 c44fb5d861b1ac6fb82ecd5459f24ad0 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Looking for Fantasy/Sci-fi Recommendations in the forum Fantasy Writers https://storyembers.org/groups/fantasy-writers/forum/topic/looking-for-fantasy-sci-fi-recommendations/#post-146111 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:17:40 -0400 @ashley-tegart

For Sci-Fi, check out the Ender Saga and Asimov’s original Foundation trilogy (the prequels are also good, though not as good as the trilogy. I don’t recommend the sequels.)

N.D.Wilson’s Ashtown Burials series is phenomenal. Christian author and super creative. Intense, original, and timeless.

The Six of Crows dulogy is a gr…[Read more]

]]> 0 e7fa2b9fb8c4caff1ee7a314ad704efb Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Looking for Fantasy/Sci-fi Recommendations in the forum Fantasy Writers https://storyembers.org/groups/fantasy-writers/forum/topic/looking-for-fantasy-sci-fi-recommendations/#post-146110 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:17:35 -0400 @ashley-tegart

For Sci-Fi, check out the Ender Saga and Asimov’s original Foundation trilogy (the prequels are also good, though not as good as the trilogy. I don’t recommend the sequels.)

N.D.Wilson’s Ashtown Burials series is phenomenal. Christian author and super creative. Intense, original, and timeless.

The Six of Crows dulogy is a gr…[Read more]

]]> 0 70f05276a43cd4821955b97f4a145c16 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Why is Christian Sci-Fi Scarcer than Fantasy? in the forum Sci-fi Writers https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/why-is-christian-sci-fi-scarcer-than-fantasy/#post-145698 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 01:01:25 -0400 Your points raise good questions though, Taylor. That’s the way things are. But should it be?

For instance, I don’t believe in aliens, but does that mean I can’t include them in fiction? I tend to think I can. Fiction is, by definition, not real.  I also tend to doubt that AI will ever be able to fully mimic human intelligence, but I would have n…[Read more]

]]> 0 24fb9a656b44886041471fe688de802d Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Why is Christian Sci-Fi Scarcer than Fantasy? in the forum Sci-fi Writers https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/why-is-christian-sci-fi-scarcer-than-fantasy/#post-145695 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 00:43:26 -0400 @taylorclogston *blinks* People believe the tower of Babble was a space ship?

]]> 0 ed50fce4e69ac66a7c62f15107471b4b Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=29842 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 13:00:39 -0400 What makes a character come alive?

 

Writers have been asking this question for ages as they attempt to convince readers that little markings on a page are actually living, breathing people. This is no easy […]

]]> a7cb6bd4e228fe112844b0c7ac0ebd41 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Horror Story Ideas in the forum Horror writers https://storyembers.org/groups/horror-writers/forum/topic/horror-story-ideas/#post-143287 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 19:21:16 -0400 I have a vague idea for a story that might be horror, though it’s more likely suspense. Interested to see what others have to say. I never care to watch any horror, no thank you, but I might have some interest in books. I certainly like to broaden my reading.

]]> 0 a27def54078d975b88950cb2d9f7f984 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Controversial Opinion: "Reading makes your writing better" is bad advice in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/controversial-opinion-reading-makes-your-writing-better-is-bad-advice/page/3/#post-143286 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 19:14:43 -0400 @lrc and everyone else

I’m kicking myself I didn’t see this earlier. I read a lot of this discussion, but haven’t got the chance to read all of it. I want to come back and do that if I can.

I don’t see any point repeating what everyone has already said, but thanks @lrc for bringing this topic up! Even through I don’t agree, I love the out of the…[Read more]

]]> 0 766db77e4bc079812f3030540f664530 Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=142837 Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:00:37 -0400 Are your characters flopping over like wet cardboard? Is your plot fizzling in the middle or bouncing around without direction? Maybe the problem and solution is simple: you need different tactics, like when […]

]]> 6ed15bdb662d6726cb82cfa3893a36f1 Daeus Lamb changed their profile picture https://storyembers.org/activity/p/94619/ Mon, 23 Aug 2021 01:29:55 -0400 0 8be5cf2c50c89e08fef7761c8bdbfedf Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/how-monet-gives-writers-the-secret-to-crafting-intoxicating-scenes/comment-page-1/#comment-7989 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 22:18:29 -0400 Mmm. You know, I have never read book two in that series, so I’m not qualified to speak about the series as a whole.

You’re right about the scripture. I reviewed the draft I sent in and I think my wording there was convoluted and confused our editor. Let me see what I can do with that.

In reply to - Daeus Lamb wrote a new post Over a period of one year, famous artist Claud Monet dedicated himself to painting a set of haystacks during various seasons, weather conditions, and times of day. Sounds monotonous, […] ]]> 20b3cb1739a47137fa2f243828b1f234 Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=136848 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:00:28 -0400 Over a period of one year, famous artist Claud Monet dedicated himself to painting a set of haystacks during various seasons, weather conditions, and times of day. Sounds monotonous, right?
 
On the contrary, […]

]]> 570a451ed75320a37f51cc8f578137c8 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Strategies Outlining Epic Fantasies/Giant Novels? in the forum Fantasy Writers https://storyembers.org/groups/fantasy-writers/forum/topic/strategies-outlining-epic-fantasies-giant-novels/#post-136614 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:51:45 -0400 @morreafirebird Well, there’s no reason it couldn’t be done, but since it didn’t work for you last time, I feel like if at all possible outlining before hand will be worth it.

If you’re unsure what goes between the mid point and the third plot point, it might be a sign your midpoint isn’t strong enough. The mid point is when your character…[Read more]

]]> 0 3f27d4903cc2a1d543e5550bb9108fe7 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic How do I prevent outlining from becoming a creativity killer? in the forum Plotting https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/how-do-i-prevent-outlining-from-becoming-a-creativity-killer/#post-136607 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:09:27 -0400 @nataliecone

Hey Natalie!

The crazy thing is, each person is different, so I can’t really give you a one size fits all solution, but I could give a couple suggestions and maybe one will help.

First, if you don’t mind writing short stories (they’re great practice!) that might be an excellent way to find your groove. You can try full own…[Read more]

]]> 1 d5f3d72b499cb49c43fbbc00509cf281 Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/4-lessons-christian-writers-can-glean-from-the-horror-genre/comment-page-1/#comment-7924 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 01:04:52 -0400 I’m one of those guys with the vivid imagination. 😄 Point 1 really struck me though. I’m going to have to dwell on this.

In reply to - Martin Detwiler wrote a new post Shortly after I graduated from high school, I decided to watch a horror film for the first time. I wasn’t sure I wanted to, because I’d never been a fan of scenes designed to sta […] ]]> 3cf634beb49a3ce9d46d8d55605d1707 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Early review copies available for The Songkiller's Symphony in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/early-review-copies-available-for-the-songkillers-symphony/#post-136077 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:35:12 -0400 @chalice Well, I’d put it at the length of about one and a third of The Hobbit.

]]> 0 55287198806d701653f9d14fd0e855de Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Early review copies available for The Songkiller's Symphony in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/early-review-copies-available-for-the-songkillers-symphony/#post-135993 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 22:14:27 -0400 @rebekah12 Yeah! While I’m currently targeting both teens and adults, I wouldn’t be surprised if my main audience ended up being teens. Fire away. I’d love to have you review it.

]]> 0 a6b065f8c808f7d2edbedaaeb070697a Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Early review copies available for The Songkiller's Symphony in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/early-review-copies-available-for-the-songkillers-symphony/#post-135991 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 21:58:22 -0400 @sparrowhawke Oh, dear! I edited the link. Let’s see if it works now.

]]> 0 4fb47cd98a2545ccbfd99c67bd483072 Daeus Lamb started the topic Early review copies available for The Songkiller's Symphony in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/early-review-copies-available-for-the-songkillers-symphony/ Wed, 14 Jul 2021 01:23:57 -0400 Hi friends!

Would you like a free, early review copy of The Songkiller’s Symphony?

It’s my debut, epic fantasy novel filled with

  • Original fantasy races
  • Themes of misguided heroism, suppressed pain, and trust
  • Epic magic systems
  • Poetry

And more of course. It takes some inspiration from Sanderson, though it’s more of a traditional quest…[Read more]

]]> 0 45a42060eb64d92caf53f3d46e48848d Daeus Lamb replied to the topic FORUM GUIDELINES in the forum Guidelines & FAQ https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/forum-guidelines/#post-134973 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 01:13:23 -0400 @obrian-of-the-surface-world If your post disappeared when you clicked the submit button, my best guess is you got automatically logged out between when you started the post and when you clicked publish.

If a post disappears after it was published, that’s weird, but we have had posts disappear when posted before, so I doubt it has anything to do…[Read more]

]]> 0 894aeb597b7d26feab09768bf8e6e5a2 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic FORUM GUIDELINES in the forum Guidelines & FAQ https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/forum-guidelines/#post-134862 Sat, 19 Jun 2021 20:41:24 -0400 @obrian-of-the-surface-world That was a tech glitch.

]]> 0 7f354786f3a490b6a20eed12e3e814a3 Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/2-ways-writers-can-portray-god-in-fiction-and-which-is-better/comment-page-1/#comment-7490 Sat, 05 Jun 2021 22:02:49 -0400 I like me some direct theophany. 😎

In reply to - Martin Detwiler wrote a new post Editor’s Note: This is the second installment in our three-part series exploring how Christian writers should depict the supernatural. You can read the introductory post he […] ]]> a2e61c1e8a3380367f843bb1dd50041f Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/how-to-improve-your-writing-every-second-of-the-day/comment-page-1/#comment-7265 Tue, 25 May 2021 00:04:56 -0400 Yes, you’re very much to blame. 😂

In reply to - Daeus Lamb wrote a new post The enemy of writing is time. It limits productivity and advancement. For many writers, a conflict exists between the hours they spend (or wish they could spend) on their latest story […] ]]> 8a423be1c3ad33f03cfb33001a3e1267 Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=134259 Mon, 24 May 2021 14:00:31 -0400 The enemy of writing is time. It limits productivity and advancement. For many writers, a conflict exists between the hours they spend (or wish they could spend) on their latest story ideas and the other […]

]]> 843e049cdb87b6cc2dafce10d1427950 Daeus Lamb started the topic How do *you* write? in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/how-do-you-write/ Fri, 07 May 2021 19:26:11 -0400 Hey guys,

I’ve run into some interesting ways of writing over the years that made me go, “huh,” and stop to analyze they system’s pros and cons.

I’m thinking about doing an article exploring unique systems for developing plots and characters.

So I want to know. How do you develop your plots and characters?

]]> 0 af523eb94c3a7f141b854aa20c9cdc5a Daeus Lamb started the topic Word War XXI in the forum Word Wars https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/word-war-xxi/ Fri, 23 Apr 2021 17:32:39 -0400 Great job, word warriors!

Group #3: 18,072

Group #2: 7,213

Group #1: 18.072

And the individual record for this month was 8,792, by @corkybookworm

@toklaham-veruzia @hope-ann @seekjustice @hope-mcclellan @r-m-archer @emberynus-the-dragonslayer @gabrielwoods @kari-karast @fairfay @the-golden-light @corkybookworm @abigail-rebekah @cassidy @millen…[Read more]

]]> 3 dcd4143b8d923631c01a5c0716131f52 Daeus Lamb posted a new activity comment https://storyembers.org/a-crash-course-on-how-to-market-a-book/comment-page-1/#comment-6870 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:35:55 -0400 Good question Lucia,

Let me direct you to two resources.

1. This amazing guy. https://davidgaughran.com/ Take his free course (it’s specifically on how to grow from 0) and download his free book and then if you like him as much as I do buy his other books.
2. The Novel Marketing Podcast. This addresses almost every area of book marketing…[Read more]

In reply to - Daeus Lamb wrote a new post During my first few months as an author, I despaired over the book I was writing. How will I reach people and convince them to read this? Could I pay a publisher to print my book and […] ]]> 191848a87eadefb3440711ea65ee153c Daeus Lamb started the topic Beta readers for short story? in the forum General Writing Discussions https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/beta-readers-for-short-story-2/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:56:00 -0400 I wrote a short story to share with my email list.

It’s just 6,976 words. Anyone interested in beta reading?

I’m too lazy to write a synopsis, so here are the first five paragraphs.

 

Abdar shuts the door, clattering loose, rusty hinges. His own body creaks, his heart jump-roping inside him to an off beat rhythm. He must restock his medicine.…[Read more]

]]> 0 349eb042a44ed1cafeb565f99abd6a1e Daeus Lamb wrote a new post https://storyembers.org/?p=128093 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 14:00:45 -0400 If you’ve ever gone hunting for advice on finding your writing voice, your brain is undoubtedly tuckered out. Many tips are vague at best and confusing or contradictory at worst.
 
Some claim that voice de […]

]]> bae5d0bc43e5f39e6100b0904fc6c9d6 Daeus Lamb replied to the topic Keeping it real vs. Too good to be true... Balance? in the forum Writers of Children's/Middle Grade Books https://storyembers.org/groups/writers-of-childrens-middle-grade-books/forum/topic/keeping-it-real-vs-too-good-to-be-true-balance/#post-127232 Tue, 30 Mar 2021 22:13:14 -0400 @sesi 😄 no, no. You’re good! Question away.

]]> 0 135e76e45088bfdcd19bbe520bd23458 Daeus Lamb started the topic What are you looking forward to in the Engaging Plots Summit? :D in the forum Plotting https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/what-are-you-looking-forward-to-in-the-engaging-plots-summit-d/ Wed, 10 Mar 2021 21:58:46 -0400 Hey guys!

With our Engaging Plots Summit just around the corner I wanted to meet some of my fellow attendees and discuss what we’re looking forward to about it.

I’m especially interested in Stephen James talk on plot twists since I’m expecting he knows more than I do about that than I do, lol. Also Daniel Schwabauer’s talk on scenes because…[Read more]

]]> 0 2c94b4043e92cc3424a40d75104ece91 Daeus Lamb started the topic Word War XX Winners! in the forum Word Wars https://storyembers.org/forums/topic/word-war-xx-winners/ Wed, 10 Mar 2021 21:49:58 -0400 Hi friends!

Our word war champions have emerged. In a stunning victory, word war group #3 takes the lead with 14,577 words, group 2 following with 7,358, and group 1 strangely no-show.

The individual with the highest wordcount was @joelle-stone with 6,841 words!

Great job everyone who participated.

@toklaham-veruzia @hope-ann @seekjustice @hope…[Read more]

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