writing
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Just Wanted to Give an Update.
So far, I’ve shared Ever Becoming, The Genesis of Dust, and The Sage of Shadows. I wrote each of them in 24 hours, and I loved pushing myself. Writing this kind of flash fiction has felt cathartic. It was a challenge to come up with a concept, draft it, and revise it so quickly. I’ve Continue reading
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Level Up Your Characters (Part 2): Ensuring Believable Consistency
In Part 1 of our series, we examined the foundational elements (personality, backstory, and motivations) needed to build a character from the ground up. In part 2, we’ll move on to the next step: ensuring character believability and authenticity from the first page to the last. The Bedrock of Character Trust Character consistency ensures your Continue reading
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The Genesis of Dust
At the beginning of time, existed only the Colosseum. On copper shelves, glowed suns, each with a beaded necklace of planets. In silver halls, black holes twirled like tops powered by the most balanced of fingers. Comets trailed along the crystal walls with tails of icy fire. And the floors were constructed from obsidian’s night. Continue reading
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The Sage of Shadows
There was once a mountain, unknown to man but cherished by time. At its heart was a cave, and all around stretched a vast desert. One day, the moon devoured the sun. Beneath the eclipse, two beings were born. Within the cave, appeared an angel. He had wings, but no sky. He had light but Continue reading
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Level Up Your Characters (Part 1): Building Character Depth
Characters are more than just names and roles; they are individuals who resonate with an audience. Developed characters have imperfections, motivations, and emotional depths, ensuring a well-defined drive. By mastering the nuances of character development, you can craft dynamic figures that readers will carry with them forever. Unveiling Character Authenticity The following points elaborate on Continue reading
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Where Does PolyProse Go from Here?
Today’s post steps aside from my usual rhythm. I’ve been exploring cultural critique and have leaned into philosophical reflections. I’ve played with allegory, journalism, and some lifestyle content. Some posts focus on me, others on humanity as a whole. My style has varied from light musings to soulful meditations, and my tone has shifted from Continue reading
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Does the Devil Wear Blue Jeans?
If you haven’t watched The Devil Wears Prada, then as Mushu once said, “Dishonor! Dishonor on your whole family! Dishonor on you, dishonor on your cow!” It’s a must-watch. The story follows Andy, a recent college graduate who aspires to be a journalist, despite having little experience. She lands a job at Runway magazine as Continue reading
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Showing & Sometimes Telling: Bringing Character Emotions to Life
Our connection to a story hinges on how deeply we empathize with characters. As writers, we always hear the advice, “Show, don’t tell.” But what does that mean? And is telling always bad? This blog post will deepen your understanding of the concept and explore techniques to craft compelling narratives. Deconstructing “Showing” Showing involves using Continue reading
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Did Prometheus Deserve His Punishment?
Prometheus is a Titan in Greek mythology. He is often remembered for his famous defiant act: he stole fire from the gods and gifted it to man. However, it wasn’t just a flame. Prometheus handed humanity the spark of progress. After the Titan struck the sun and gave the torch to humans, Zeus bound him Continue reading
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