Writers 101

[Tiaraaii]

@WordLover, I wrote the story. Thank you.

@McKennaR, thanks alot! Your tips are really helpful, I seem to see the bright light of using words now. (:
Oh, and the story indeed is kinda weird. It's based on something that happened to me in real, of course it was not a few days, but just a few minutes. I wanted to make it alot more extreme, since I had a really scary feeling once I saw them leaving. My lexicon is not that huge, yet. I am not English myself, but I really appreciate your tips! Thanks again!

[Baritooth]

I've been writing short stories and poetry for a good few years, but I still run into a lot of problems. I never took any real courses or learned anything. I usually just wing it and things pop onto the paper.

My only question is, how would you develop a main character? I always have trouble with that.

[McKennaR]

Hey Baritooth!
If you're having trouble developing a main character you might want to consider a few things. First, think of the layout of your story and what type of character would best fit. For example, if you've got a story like 'James Bond' on you're hand you'll want to create a smooth, cunning protagonist with quick wits to go through the things James Bond did. In a story like Les Miserables, Jean Valijean was more kind and forgiving because it succumbed to the flow of the story. So, think of how you want your main character to click with the story. Also set up a character sheet if all else fails. Strip your character down to even eye color if it helps.
Now if you mean creating depth to a character as the story goes on, I guess it's hard to help you with that one when I'm unfamiliar with your story and character. Just, as I said, strip your character down. Take into consideration everything; how would the events that they go through alter their personality? How would they react? What things in the story are going to let the true colors of your character shine?
Okay, I hope I helped you. I have a tendency to completely over-explain and miss the point. If you need more clarification, or have another question, feel free to ask!
-Answered by C

[dragoncello]

Hey McKenna, I've been writing this story on and off (because of school XP) and I was just wondering if people still read Fairy Tales.

It started off as an idea (i've had too many that i never finish >.<) for my friend. It is my friends' lovelife stories all mixed together in a medieval setting complete with prince's and dragons. But i'm not sure that it would really interest people other than the one's that it is about.

[McKennaR]

That's hard to answer; people's interests are their own opinions. Chances are you'll get buys; and as far as I'm concerned multiple peoples are getting into the Brother's Grimms; which are fairytales. And unique stories that break away from the chain of popular genres, or repeated genres are a nice breather; so if it's written correctly I really think you'll gather a lot of people who would be interested in it. This of course is just my opinion, and I can't be certain. Either way good luck!^^
-Answered by T

[dragoncello]

thanks a bunch

[N1KOL1]

I've always found that the best way to write is without a writers block; I never have a set schedule for writing. Write when you feel inspired to do so, don't force it apon yourself. Your mind will reveal all of its awesome ideas when it's good and ready. You just have to wait til then.