Ben Dykes

@issawriter7

So sorry it’s taken me this long to reply! *facepalms* I’m honestly so forgetful about these things! Anyways, girl that was SO helpful, thank you! That really helped me figure out what the climax is supposed to look like and how to properly heighten the tension!!! And THANK YOU for that article!!! <333

@nova21

Thank you so much for your input!! I’m totally thinking about coming up with one!! <33

@ariel-f

Thank you! That was very helpful and duly noted! 🙂

@seekjustice

I couldn’t agree more! I never thought about it being more ‘accepted’ in some areas of writing as opposed to others… Thanks, Chelsea!:)

@morgan

*gasps* Seriously?…[Read more]

@joy-caroline

First of all, YAY!!! I am so excited for you about starting a new novel, and that summary sounds so interesting!!! *high-fives* Secondly, *rubs hands together*, I’m chock-full of tips about fantasy writing, so let’s get into it.

#1 Read (and study) fantasy. When you’re looking to explore a new genre of writing, the first and f…[Read more]

@writerlexi1216 Ehehe, am I totally stalking this topic because I’ve had (and continue to have at this very moment) the very similar debate in my head about whether to use initials or my middle name? I’ll never tell. 😛

Anyway, I don’t have much to add, except to suggest just playing around with it. Add your name to some mockup covers of your…[Read more]

@daisy-torres

Wait, it isn’t? *adjusts monocle and leans in to squint at screen* Interesting! (I mean, I just changed my internet name to Alexa ‘Autorski’ because why not have a fake Polish name? XD) Ahh, that makes sense! I didn’t think of that, that maybe readers would remember me better. That’s very helpful to know, thank you! I appreciate the…[Read more]

@sparksaraabbott11

When you’re at the Recent Topics page, look right underneath where it says Recent Topics and click on Forums (where you start new topics). Scroll all the way down and you’ll see who’s recently been active. At the very bottom you’ll see ‘Welcome to our newest member’ and it’ll show the name. Hopefully that helps!:)

@gracie-j

No worries! (I wish I’d chosen a simpler tag back when I joined the forum… I had no idea people would have to type that out every time XD) Copypasta is the way to go, it seems.

Awwh, thank you so much!!! I wasn’t sure if my name sounded fitting for an authoress, hence why I didn’t want to use it, but that makes me feel a lot better.…[Read more]

@devastate-lasting

Thank you so much! Yeah, privacy was one of the many reasons I considered using a pen name as well. And I never thought about that! XD

@jodi-maile

Thanks, Jodi! That’s why I was considering using a pen name/fake name, so that my works wouldn’t be judged (is that the right word?) simply because I’m a female. Though, like you…[Read more]

@keilah-h

those look great! <3

@ariahd

*crickets chirping*

*ahem*

I don’t suppose I could jump into this, could I? *more crickets chirping* Yeah, I agree with @devastate-lasting. Wholeheartedly. I must assure you were aren’t this strange all the time. (Or are we?)

Anyways, uh, I’ll introduce myself. My name’s Alexa, but most people ’round these parts call me Lexi. Either is…[Read more]

@lewilliams

Ugh, this forum has eaten enough replies for a full meal XD Anyways, yes, do check them out! And then tell me your thoughts! *shudders* Yeah, the movie was okay-ish. Still can’t get over the character ages, though. (Also, another book I’ve heard great things about but have yet to read is The Ranger’s Apprentice, so you might want to…[Read more]

@not-so-secret-assassin I realize I misspelled your username but am afraid to edit my post in order to rectify my error for fear that it will disappear forever. My humblest apologies.

@not-so-secret-assassin *saunters into topic late (as per usual), a mug of a suspiciously cozy tea-like beverage in hand* So, what did I miss?

*ahem* Let’s get down to business. Party business, that is.

I shall be bringing soup. Because what party is truly complete without soup?

As far as attire goes, I shall be dressed as a hobbit. Or perhaps…[Read more]

I think the forum ate my post, so we’re going to try this again. *headdesk*

…that awkward moment when you started a topic three weeks ago and never replied to anyone about it…oops 😛

Anyway, thanks guys for all the recommendations!!!

@nanisnook I haven’t, but since starting this topic I’ve started listening to the audio version of the first b…[Read more]

…that awkward moment when you started a topic three weeks ago and never replied to anyone about it…oops 😛

Anyway, thanks guys for all the recommendations!!!

@nanisnook I haven’t, but since starting this topic I’ve started listening to the audio version of the first book and am definitely a fan!! Thanks for the rec! 😀

@lydia-s Thank you!!!…[Read more]