@hannah-olsen
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Personally, that has always been a favorite scene of mine, when an arrow is shot through a room with a message…especially if it is to the villain. For one, that shows the arrow was chosen to relay a message, instead of killing him/her in cold blood even though the opportunity was there.
I’m not sure if it’s exactly cliche, but it is used very often. I think one of the main reasons is because in medieval times, there was a very limited amount of ways to relay messages. The arrow with the message is faster than pigeon or scroll, easy, anonymous, almost braggartly (or a way of showing off), and allows for an escape easier than it would be by word of mouth. Also with some archers, their bow was unique and personalized in some way so it would be obvious who the message was from.
I think it really depends on the reader with this. I’ve always liked the idea and think it’s kind of epic… but I can also see how some would be like “Oh, here we go again… It’s always the same.”
Personally, I wouldn’t worry about it, as long as it’s not overused in your book. Like for example, every time said person needs to send a message, he always uses an arrow. If I were you, I’d go for it and use it, but make sure it’s not overdone or over dramatized. 🙂
I hope this was helpful! 😀
@warrioroftherealm Sorry to hear you’re dealing with Writer’s Block, because I just came out of a dry spell myself. It definitely isn’t the best feeling in the world. -_-
I feel like there really is no ‘best way’ to deal with the dreaded Writer’s Block, since I’ve found it seems different for every writer. Some ways work better, while others just defeat the purpose. However, one thing I’ve found that helps me immensely is picking up a new book and just reading for a few days. This refreshes/encourages me and gives me the inspiration and extra boost I need. Just taking a break for a good while and being the reader instead of the author can really help. Then, when you come back to your story, re-read it, and you may notice something like, “Oh, I should change this to this,” or “I could’ve added ____ here, and really made the scene perfect.” Then you’ll get on a roll, new thoughts will come and you’ll be back to writing.
I hope this helps you! I know it works for me! Good luck! 🙂
Sorry I haven’t participated in so long – let alone been on KP! :O I absolutely love Pride and Prejudice – in fact, I’ve been reading it again lately and love it just as much as last time. I always discover something new! 🙂
I have a lot of friends who are OYANers, but I personally havent done OYAN. I am interested though. 🙂 I’ve heard its amazingly helpful!
Although I love a good Sherlock, I may have to pass on this one – due to the fact that my schedule these coming two weeks is crazy, and I’d have to grab the book from the library. I’ll still be checking back here and reading the comments on it though!!!! 😀
I’m with Faith Kindred; I’m sorry I missed the last discussion! 🙁 I’m working full time now, so it’s been crazy. 🙁
I vote for:
1. The Sign of Four
2. Treasure Island@Daeus: I’m so sorry it’s taken me forever to get back on here! Life has been crazy busy…
@hannah-krynicki: The part when Napoleon was taking the pups away to ‘educate them’ also jumped out at me. In fact, when I read it, I must’ve immediately had the communist agenda in mind, since I muttered, “ooooohhh….” My sister was in the room and had to know what new little piece of symbolism I had discovered. 😛So far I am still enjoying Orwell’s style of writing, although it’s not typically what I’m used to. However, I do love seeking out those hidden meanings and connecting them with how communism works and how it’s slowly affecting America. *cough* Sorry! I don’t necessarily wish to get in a political discussion either! haha! 😛
I love what everyone has been saying so far! I also noticed how Orwell didn’t put forward his own beliefs/views but seems like he’s allowing the reader to make up his/her own mind, which I think is good.
I’m the type of reader who always looks for the humor in a book, even if it’s one of the most serious novels ever written. I always search for subtle humor. So far I’m loving Molly’s character, and I couldn’t help but laugh as I read on page 23, “Some hams hanging in the kitchen were taken out for burial…” 😛
I happen to be one of those ‘finifugal’ folks… (Not that I hate endings, but I dread having to write one) I think what frustrates me most about them, is trying to get everything wrapped up so that the reader finally understands every detail and is left with some interesting poignant memory. I’m glad someone started this thread, because I can probably use any advice possible when it comes to endings. 😀
Sorry everyone that it’s taken me so long to reply. My life has just been ever so busy lately. *catches breath*
@andry-grace: Thank you!!! I have heard of Johnny Tremain, and I think I may have read it before. If I remember correctly, it was very good. 🙂 I have a lot of WIP right now, but my main one is a novel I’m currently writing called If Tomorrow Never Comes, which I can give you the details of if you’re interested! 🙂 I wrote my first book when I was five years old, so I’ve been writing for about thirteen years now. 😀 Umm… I think that what I like about writing historical fiction is I’ve always been intrigued by the past and history has always been my favorite subject in school. 😀 And don’t worry – I love questions!!! 😀
@ivy-rose: yeah! It’d be awesome to get together! My favorite time period is probably either the 1940’s or the Middle Ages. That sounds like an awesome idea! Good luck on it! 😀I finally got the book! Can’t wait to start reading it! Sorry it’s taken me so long! :O
Ugh, this is hard! :O
My top choices are:
1. Fiddler’s Gun
2. Ben Hur (it’s been sitting on my bookshelf for quite some time now, just waiting for me. I think it’s about time…)
3. The Great Gatsby*stumbles in breathless and looks around in hopes no one has noticed how late I am*
Yay, I’m excited!! I would love to be a part of this, but I’m not sure how much free time I’ll have. But I will definitely try! I just moved from part-time to full-time at my job, so we’ll see how much time I can squeeze in.
@Daeus: Thanks for tagging me! This sounds like a great idea! I can’t wait to find out what book we’ll be discussing! 😀@bluejay: Sweet! I went to one of the screenings and I loved it so much!
@ivy-rose: that’s awesome!!! I live not too far from Coeur d’Alene, so we’re actually really close! 😀 That’s so cool you like historical fiction too! What’s your favorite time era to read/write?