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Madelyn replied to the topic Writing out of chronological order? in the forum Plotting 2 years, 1 month ago
Yes, absolutely! In fact, I started to do this more recently and found it much easier to write that way. I haven’t tried jumping significant amounts of time (because lately, I’ve just written short stories), but I do find it incredibly helpful to allow myself the option of skipping the place that I have on my mind rather than…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic You have the ability to read a book for the first time again… in the forum Topic of the Week 2 years, 5 months ago
Off the top of my head, The Chronicles of Narnia. I listened to the Focus on the Family version growing up (which was amazing), but when I finally picked up the books, I already practically knew them by heart. So, in a way, I never got to read it for the “first time” because I already knew the stories so well.
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Madelyn started the topic What Makes An Allegory Impactful? in the forum Mission, Calling & Ethics 2 years, 6 months ago
Hey y’all!
So, I’m dipping my toes into allegories…
Who am I kidding, I’m diving right in!!
I would love all y’all’s input on this subject! Namely, what are some of your favorite Christian allegorical stories and what made them impactful? What parts drove to your heart? Narnia is definitely on the top of my list of Christian allegories, so i…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic Wingfeather Saga in the forum Book Discussions 2 years, 6 months ago
Hey there, fellow Wingfeather lover!! It’s great to have you! Love your username 😉
Yesss, the ending of the Warden and the Wolf King was… intense. Honestly, I accidentally spoiled that *thing we don’t speak of* by reading this forum thread (though I wasn’t even a member of KP at the time), so unfortunately I…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic Have you ever written a story that took place in your hometown? in the forum Topic of the Week 2 years, 6 months ago
Honestly, I’ve never even thought of it!! It’s such a neat idea, though! Maybe I’ll give it a try sometime 😉
What sort of twists did you add to your towns?
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Madelyn replied to the topic Y'all help me storm my brain!!!! in the forum Plotting 2 years, 6 months ago
Okay, so I wrote up this super long thing… but I lost it :'(
Let’s see how much I can remember…
I love the sound of your middle grade novel!! It sounds just like something I would pick up at a library!
Here are a bunch of maybe’s and questions to get the creative juices pumping…
How does the townspeople show their dislike for…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic I technically count as new in the forum Start HERE 2 years, 6 months ago
Ooh, that is helpful!! That’s something I do too–refer to WIPS by their acronyms. (Which is funny, because WIP itself is an acronym. We writers like our acronyms, don’t we? XD)
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Madelyn replied to the topic How Do You Turn a Spark Into a Blaze? in the forum Plotting 2 years, 6 months ago
AND I’M BACK
So sorry I never replied to a lot of you guys!!!!!!!
Oh my, that’s a little frightening but totally awesome XD Good thing nothing caught fire!!!
Yep, I feel ya. I’ve got a heap of world building already done on this story (and lots more planned out), but I’m STILL stuck on the plot XD
Thanks for sharing your…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic Can't Reply in the forum Questions and Support 2 years, 6 months ago
That’s really weird!
The only time I’ve had that happen is when I leave the tab with my drafted response open too long. Could that be it? Probably not, though, if you’ve tried doing it all different ways
Lemme tag @kathleenramm, I think she’d be better at helping you out here 😉
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Madelyn replied to the topic Greetings; I am a Jesus-follower in the forum Start HERE 2 years, 6 months ago
Goodness, the forum has been blowing up lately!! Just now getting around to replying to you XD
Ooh, I love Honey Vanilla Chamomile!! Such a soothing flavor.
Hm, never hear of Matthew West before!! But I know Peter Hollens, I listened to a few of his songs. He’s got some serious talent; it’s hard to believe that his songs are ALL voice…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic The Silmarillion in the forum Book Discussions 2 years, 6 months ago
YES, the Silmarillion is awesome!! We needed this thread!
It’s been a whileee since I read it last, so let’s see how much I remember XD
Hmmm… one of my favorite parts is the beginning when all the Valar are introduced (I’m not even sure if I spelled that right). It lays such a cool foundation for the rest of the book! B…[Read more]
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Madelyn and GodlyFantasy12 are now friends 2 years, 6 months ago
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Madelyn replied to the topic I technically count as new in the forum Start HERE 2 years, 7 months ago
Welcome to Kingdom Pen!! It’s nice to have you.
What are some of your favorite books?
Just to answer your questions real quick…
Where would a request for critique of a part of a novel go?
Click “Community”, then scroll down until you find “Critiques” and then “Novel Critique Requests” under that. Click on that, scroll to the…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic Greetings; I am a Jesus-follower in the forum Start HERE 2 years, 7 months ago
(sorry I took a bit to reply XD)
Amen!
Really? It was one of the first things that popped into my head XD. It’s such an interesting name; I got a feeling it had a deep meaning. And I love both meanings behind it!! You put so much thought in it <3
Cool!! I’d love to see some of your poetry sometime!!
AMEN, sister, He can truly use…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic Greetings; I am a Jesus-follower in the forum Start HERE 2 years, 7 months ago
Nice to have you!
I love that your first and foremost description of yourself is your identity in Christ. That is truly the most important aspect of our life!! Do you mind me asking what type of denomination/church you belong to/follow?
Now lemme throw some fun questions your way…
What inspired your username?
What’s your favorite t…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic How Do You Turn a Spark Into a Blaze? in the forum Plotting 2 years, 7 months ago
Haha, I feel ya!! In the moment of inspiration, you can visualize the book finished and on the shelf… then comes the hard part XD
Mmm, good ideas!! So like a brain dump… I like it… Thanks!!
Yesss, there will definitely be blood and sweat and tears and pain 😬
Hey, good luck on your new (or old? XD)…[Read more]
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Madelyn replied to the topic The Hope That Remains Despite Illnesses in the forum Poetry Critiques 2 years, 7 months ago
Go for it!! 🙂
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Madelyn replied to the topic Urgent Prayer Request in the forum General Writing Discussions 2 years, 7 months ago
Will be praying <3
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Madelyn replied to the topic How Do You Turn a Spark Into a Blaze? in the forum Plotting 2 years, 7 months ago
Mmm, yes, the title was very misleading. I take full responsibility for crushed dreams and severed hopes 😋
Hey, you and me both!! I guess we just hang out here and try to start fires while we wait for the people of wisdom-ness to show up 😉 (maybe someone could a teach to how to start a fire too… I’m not even good with matches XD)
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Madelyn started the topic How Do You Turn a Spark Into a Blaze? in the forum Plotting 2 years, 7 months ago
If you clicked on this topic because of the interesting title, I feel obliged to tell you first off that this is not about the practice of fire starting 🔥
Sorry to disappoint you, but, please, stick around!! 😉
Today I have a simple question for y’all:
How do you go from an semi-fleshed-out idea to a real plot? How do you build a bridge from a s…[Read more] - Load More