Hi there! It’s been a minute since I’ve been tagged on KP!

Before I respond to your post…

@ampeterson03 @elishavet-pidyon @kathleenramm @koshka

Thank you all for your incredible and insightful answers to this thread!! I apologize for not responding sooner (*cough* like a year sooner *cough*), and I figured that a long o…[Read more]

It has been 2 years since I have been on KP, and I’ll be honest about 2 years since I have seriously written anything so that’s been fun. But I have returned and I hope to write a lot during the rest of the spring and over the summer and I just might become a regular back in the kingdom.

A little about me:

• I am the 4th child of 6…

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It’s absolutely beautiful ✨❤️

I’ve loved a ton of KP articles, but unfortunately, I usually forget to bookmark them XD

The one I do have bookmarked is Habits of Prolific Writers: The Secrets of Seven Authors. That one was really good!! 🙂

I love articles on writing habits, characters, plot, and world-building.

Hey-oo!

I have so many replies to catch up on here… *facepalm*

But anyhow, I had to hop on here, ’cause I had a similar experience with the series!!

I honestly stopped it because the romance was getting uncomfortable and there were several inappropriate scenes/comments. I can’t remember what book I stopped on… it’s been…[Read more]

Wow, impressive!! I like it a lot and want to read more of it!! 😀

Like other people already said, the brother dynamic is fantastic!

One thing I noticed that was super cool was how you cycled through writing a bit from the perspective of each brother. First Leo, then Joshua, then Jakob, then Reuben, then Wolfgang. That was…[Read more]

Glad to be of service!! 😉

Oooh, I love that scene!! You’re doing great with the tension between them 😀

Heyooo

Everybody else said so many things that there’s not much left for me to say XD

First, great job with the intensity of the scene!!! 😀 😀 😀

As far as ideas to make it better, I love to see the build-up of emotion in Christopher’s body language before he snaps at her. I can see at the first little bit that he’s trying to…[Read more]

Congrats on your upgrade 😉 😉 😉

Here, someone posted this once and I saved it for future reference…

• Your first post, you are a Bumbling Henchman
• 20 posts, you become a Charismatic Rebel
• 50 posts: Wise Jester
• 100 posts: Loyal Sidekick
• 300 posts: Knight in Shining Armor
• 1000 posts: Eccentric Mentor
• 2000 posts:…

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Hi there!! It’s great to meet you!! (*returns virtual hug*)

You said it, our Family is one that will never fade!!! <3 We all have the same greatest possession, salvation in Christ!! Truly, one of the wonderful blessings of this life is that we’re running this race alongside so many others! The encouragement and fellowship of the saints…[Read more]

Aww, thanks!! <3 🙂 Amen, sister, he is faithful!!!!

Mmm, without Hobby Lobby… I cannot imagine a world like that XD

Ooooofda, braces are no fun! How much longer do you have to have them on?

It really is a good book! It’s one of the few books that my dad likes, and he’s not a reader. The intricacy of the plot is sooo well done; it’s just one of those super complicated storylines that keep you hooked! You really should write an article!

I ordered The Eagle of the Ninth from the library the other day, so I’ll let you know w…[Read more]

Oh, how did I miss this forum thread?!

First and foremost, I’m thankful for salvation in Jesus Christ!! For the suffering and anguish that He endured on the cross because of His great love to bring me to life in Him forever!!

I’m also thankful for God’s faithfulness! We can fully trust Him because of the perfect harmony of His…[Read more]

That’s so cool!! I have such an interest in languages, but unfortunately, it’s an interest that only recently developed which means I’m not far in learning any language XD

Which is your favorite language? And which was the easiest to learn?

Oofda, yeah, I can see how that would be a lot! Pizzas are often already spicy enough…[Read more]

I know, I know, but I still love asking questions ;P

Ooh, awesome!! Two of those series I haven’t read, so I’ll have to check them out!

Yessss apple cider is amazing 🙂 I’ve had wayyy too much of it in the past week XD Just can’t get enough of it! 😉

Oh yeah, I should have guessed that! Eowyn is a great character! I really should…[Read more]

HEYYYY THEREEEE!!!!! 😀 😀 😀

It’s so great to have you here!!! 🙂

For one, I had no idea you’re learning five languages and that’s just insane! XD. Now I’m inspired to pick Latin back up 😉 Which language are you most fluent in right now?

Also, YES, I love Dutch Blitz too. It’s been a while since I’ve…[Read more]

WOOOOHOOOOOOO!! YOU’RE HERE!!!!!

*calms down*

Hey there!! 😉 So glad you’ve finally joined!!!

I already know you, but I’m still gonna ask some questions ’cause, ya know, it’s tradition.

–What are your top three favorite series?

–Which do you prefer–coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or apple cider?

–What’s your favorite fictional c…[Read more]

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]

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.

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]

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]

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?

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]

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)

So sorry I never replied to a lot of you guys!!!!!!!

@elanor

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

@lydia-s

Thanks for sharing your…[Read more]

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 😉

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]

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]

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]

(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]

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]

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 😬

@elishavet-pidyon

Hey, good luck on your new (or old? XD)…[Read more]

Go for it!! 🙂

Will be praying <3

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)

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]

Mmm, at this point probably a dark gold. It varies though 😉

Oh, I love CityAlight! What are some of your favorite songs from them? XD They’re both Australian, right? I haven’t listened to FK&C, but I have a friend who loves it.

Yesss, Narnia all the way! And Jane Austen! Have you read any other books by her?

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Yay, it went through! The forum can be iffy like that sometimes.

Glad to be of service! As I said, it’s a beautiful poem, and I hope it will encourage a lot of people! Have you considered submitting poetry to the KP blog?

That’s so true!! Poetry is my happy place ✨ It does seem to often resonate deeper than just prose.

Happy…[Read more]

Hey-o!

For one, I LOVE your poem!! As someone who has struggled with chronic pain in the past, I can really see the beauty in it. I’m sure it will be an encouragement to others 🙂

I love the theme of total dependence on God. Though trials are confusing and bring us low, His Hand is in it all, He is our Rock in our time of…[Read more]

Glad to be of service 🙂

Awesome, looking forward to it! 😀

I love that idea!!

To be honest, it’s been a bit since I last read The Wingfeather Saga, so I honestly can’t remember where the Fork Factory was… or what it was for…

I really should read them again XD

Okay, I just found a Wingfeather fandom page online and refreshed my knowledge, so I’m good to go 😉

I would definitely re-read…[Read more]

Nice to meet you!!

What are your favorite Christain music artists?

Hey, another classic lover!! What are some of your favorites?

And how ’bout a random question…

If your writing style was a color, what color would it be?

See ya around!

Haha, good idea!! How are you going to get high school credit for writing?

Yesss, isn’t it strange how these GPSs don’t work underground?? Must be a design flaw. But, I agree, ending up in Madagascar or Australia isn’t the worst scenario. I haven’t ended up in the ocean yet, so that’s something to be thankful for *shrug*

That’s t…[Read more]