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My AI Writing Experiment
Artificial intelligence freaks me out! It feels like this evil dark cloud, looming off in the horizon, waiting to steal everything I've worked my butt off for.
By Misty Rae7 months ago in Writers
Why Writers Fall in Love With Their Characters
“They’re fictional. I know. And yet — I’d die for them.” Writers get it. Or maybe we don’t, and that’s why we’re so emotionally attached to people who exist solely in our heads. I’ve cried over my characters. I’ve argued with them, obsessed over them, rooted for them like they were my own chaotic children. And yes — I’ve had full-on crushes on them.
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
Magical Creatures Without the Clichés
“If I see one more sassy talking cat or a dragon with daddy issues, I might scream.” Let’s be honest: magical creatures are part of what makes fantasy sparkle. They lift us out of the ordinary and into the wondrous. But all too often, they also fall into painfully predictable tropes. You know the ones. The wise old centaur. The rebellious fae prince. The brooding werewolf with a soft side. Yawn.
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
How to Write Descriptions That Don’t Bore Readers
“Don’t just describe the room — make me feel like I’ve stepped inside it.” We’ve all read that one book (or three) where the descriptions feel like someone hit pause on the story to give you a furniture catalogue. And look — I get it. Description is hard. You want to paint a vivid picture, but not drown your reader in a sea of adjectives. So, how do you write description that actually enhances the story, rather than dragging it down?
By Georgia7 months ago in Writers
Why Structure Creates Freedom at UEM
SOPs or Standard Operating Procedures often get a bad rep in workplaces, especially for us writers who thrive on creativity and freedom. While it’s used to check quality and improve workflow efficiency, some claim that such rigid guidelines leave room for flexibility.[1]
By Pat Zuniega7 months ago in Writers
Writing Down The Bones Deck #17
Hi guys, It has been a while since I completed one of these card prompts. This post series has been inspired by Denise E Lindquist. I never would have known about this deck of cards if it wasn't for her. So thank you Denise for sharing this lovely deck of cards with all of us on Vocal. I definitely have been putting this card off.
By Chloe Rose Violet 🌹7 months ago in Writers
How to Write a Feature Film
Werner Herzog says don’t use the 3 act structure. But he’s a genius. Most of us need to learn the ropes in order to untie them one day and let our particular genius fly. The ropes are the 3 act design.
By Marie Wilson7 months ago in Writers
Why I Always Start with a Map
There’s something about a blank page and a pencil that feels impossibly powerful. But before I write a single word of dialogue, sketch a character, or even name a city, I start with a map. Maps aren’t just decorative; they are the spine of a story, the geography of imagination, and, frankly, my personal coping mechanism. Somewhere between plotting rivers, mountains, and roads, I find clarity that no outline or spreadsheet could ever provide.
By Kayla Bloom7 months ago in Writers
Fantasy Worldbuilding as a Coping Mechanism
There’s something about building a world from scratch that feels safer than navigating the one I actually live in. As a teacher, I spend my days tethered to schedules, grading, meetings, and the constant push and pull of other people’s expectations. By night—or whenever I can steal a quiet moment—I retreat into my own imaginary realms, drafting maps, naming cities, and deciding which laws of physics I’m allowed to break. It’s not just a hobby; it’s a coping mechanism, a small rebellion against chaos.
By Kayla Bloom7 months ago in Writers
WHAT REALLY MATTERS (ENGLISH AND ITALIAN VERSION)
Ever since I was a child, I have always loved watching films and TV series. My favorite genre has always been science fiction, yet the curiosity to discover and live through stories has never set boundaries on my appetite for cinematic works.
By Giada Gali 7 months ago in Writers
Talent does (not) exist
In Chinese culture, there’s a ceremony called Zhuazhou (抓周). On their first birthday, children are placed in front of various objects and encouraged to pick whichever catches their eye. Tradition says their choice reveals something about their future career.
By M.7 months ago in Writers
Zipho Memela Shares why Blogging Still Beats Social Media for Building Real Wealth in 2025. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Here’s a statistic that caught my attention recently: 600 million active blogs exist today, yet only 14% of bloggers create content longer than 2,000 words. This gap represents a massive opportunity for anyone serious about building sustainable online income.
By Kin Mancook7 months ago in Writers