I would love to hear other writers' thoughts on the 'Ending'.
Is your story ending decided before you put 'pen to paper', or does the story reveal the ending to you only as it unfolds on paper (or screen)... and more to the point, which endings do you prefer to write and or read and how do they effect you?
Although there are many reasons I wonder about this aspect of story telling, I am compelled to admit that although I love a happy ending, it often eludes me and I find myself compelled to use a sad ending. I feel it adds 'impact' and 'remembrance', yet often feel that I may subconsciously use it to finalize the relationship created between writer and character. Beyond the aspect of 'happy' and 'sad' endings, I admit being most drawn to others' use of a bittersweet ending that creates an emotional roller-coaster of emotions.
How important is the ending to you as you write and how does it come into play with your own writer/character relationship?
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Michael
Over 90 days ago
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I really do like the Critique Forum, but I do have a question.
I noted the button "Edit" is added to all posts. Thus it appears that anyone may edit anyone's else's post.
I don't believe this is to be used while critiquing another persons words, yet how is it to be used?
Should we just quote the original post and critique with the new box?
I would also ask if the writer of the original piece submitted should go back and update their original words, thus allowing all to only comment on the 'improved' words.
If this has all been explained elsewhere, just point me in the right direction.
I noted the button "Edit" is added to all posts. Thus it appears that anyone may edit anyone's else's post.
I don't believe this is to be used while critiquing another persons words, yet how is it to be used?
Should we just quote the original post and critique with the new box?
I would also ask if the writer of the original piece submitted should go back and update their original words, thus allowing all to only comment on the 'improved' words.
If this has all been explained elsewhere, just point me in the right direction.
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Although it does appear to be a current fad, I don't see it as disturbing in its use. The stories should not about just 'being a wife', and hopefully are about the unique experiences being married to 'that' person has brought her... experiences that otherwise might have never been.
I view a title that uses "The *** Wife" as a story about how a woman's life was shaped by being married to a ***; just as I would view a similar title of "The *** Husband".
The story "The President's Wife" could be just as well written, enjoyable and perhaps educational as "The President's Husband".
I view a title that uses "The *** Wife" as a story about how a woman's life was shaped by being married to a ***; just as I would view a similar title of "The *** Husband".
The story "The President's Wife" could be just as well written, enjoyable and perhaps educational as "The President's Husband".
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Sheldon Cooper remains my favorite character on BBT due to his rich characterization. Despite being a uniquely annoying nerd, he retains his innocence of human interaction. Thus, the hurtful things he says are generally forgiven. He seems almost a stereotype for Asperger's.
Do you feel that writing good poetry is as difficult as a good story? ... and of course, why?
Do you feel that writing good poetry is as difficult as a good story? ... and of course, why?
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I would avoid using "Him" or "Her" only as it appears more as a script.
I have read a few stories written using only conversation... If done well, it is outstanding; otherwise it is confusing.
These were done with only conversation, no lead in words or identification.
I try to give the reader enough credit that they will understand which character is speaking, while giving them enough information to judge it.
Still if the conversation is bouncing back and forth a lot, it can be confusing for the reader, thus I will try to introduce some reference words such as>
Her eyes suddenly flashed, "You can never do that!"
I did try to write Empty Kitchen using emphasis on dialog, it is challenging.
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I think this is a marvelous idea and hope it spreads...
I do like that is an editor's choice and so will remain an exalted choice.
The comments continue to be one of the best tools to improve our writing.
My congratulations to Hulya, for it is only with readers like her that writers have motivation to create...
She is most deserving to receive the prestigious first award of
"Reader of the Month"
I do like that is an editor's choice and so will remain an exalted choice.
The comments continue to be one of the best tools to improve our writing.
My congratulations to Hulya, for it is only with readers like her that writers have motivation to create...
She is most deserving to receive the prestigious first award of
"Reader of the Month"