Mallory O'Bier

Being able to freak out an entire world of characters without ever actually being in the room? Maybe Sauron is the greatest villain of all time.

Darth Vader. Why did I not think of him before? Most iconic, in my book. He is also a good candidate.

@leon-fleming mentioned Sauron. I would say that Sauron is a brilliant example of a villain who distances himself physically from the story but is still very active within it. I often find myself marveling at this.

He acts through his minions, somehow escaping a passive role in the story despite the lack of physical presence.

Although… I guess…[Read more]

My favorite villain is probably Sydney Carton, but I’m not sure if he counts exactly.

And the six-fingered man.

Hmm… honestly the first one I thought of was Loki, but again, he’s a wishy-washy sort of villain overall. He lacks conviction.

Moriarty! Smaug! I like them too.

Mother Gothel… she was really good, I thought.

Captain Hook! Now…[Read more]

You know you’re a writer when you’re watching a murder mystery with your family and you say something like, “Wouldn’t it be interesting if they switched places because no one would know the difference…” unwittingly revealing the key to the entire mystery before the murder even takes place.  :/

Thanks for sharing your story with me, @daeus .  It’s beautiful, and I enjoyed reading it very much.  You should definitely publish it sometime. 🙂

If you’re still looking for readers, @daeus , I’m more than willing.  My local libraries have been a desert lately, so I’m good and bored and full of unrealistically high expectations.

Which means I’m ripe for giving criticism– er, feedback. 😉 🙂

(On a more serious note) Those are good points, @daeus , thanks! 🙂

” @dekreel !  Shhh!”  Looks around to see if anybody heard.  Whispers, “That’s a secret!” adding loudly, “Haha, very funny!  Of course, Writer’s Corner is a SERIOUS place where writers ACTUALLY get work done!  No goofing off happens there, haha!” 😉 XD

Hey, @dekreel . 🙂  Nice to meet you.  Actually, this thread is almost the complete opposite of Writer’s Corner.  Whereas the Writer’s Corner is a place to find other writers to write with and share each other’s progress, The Lounge is mainly a place for writers to chat (or complain) about writing or whatever else they want, and basically just…[Read more]

Wow, it’s been a while since I hung out here in the Lounge.  Today I’ve been thinking about target audiences.  How do writers decide what their target audience is?  How important is it?  If anyone is hanging around and cares to answer or add some thoughts, I’d appreciate the insight.  No need for much seriousness.  Not much serious writing happe…[Read more]

Lazy reader finally gets around to reading sequel. Reads Part 1. Runs off to get ice cream. Returns with Sparkling Apple Cider Float. Continues reading…finishes Float. Decides it is the best thing she’s ever tried in her entire life. Keeps reading…until the part about soy ice cream. Agrees, but is relieved that coconut milk ice cream is not…[Read more]

@josiahdeboer , you’re a Wise Jester like the one in Ivanhoe. You play the fool, but you’re not the one being played. (Ivanhoe is a great book by the way.) 🙂

I get it. So the more I post, the more important I become as a character? Hmm …is there any way to downgrade? I’d like to be “Nameless Background Character.” 😉 They don’t have to do anything but exist. No rescuing or sitting in the saddle all day. Sounds nice to me.

What? I’m a knight in shining armor too? How did that happen? Ugh, I just knew that I was gonna get stuck with lousy hero work … 😉 What’s with the titles anyway? Is there any system to them, or are they random? @aratrea They’re kinda cool …

Glad to join the party! I wouldn’t miss this for the world. (I heard there was chocolate cake, @aratrea . I hope you deliver.) 😉 The new site looks great, by the way.

So you’re a knight in shining armor, @aratrea ? Cool. I didn’t know that. That’s great because I actually have a few questions I’ve been meaning to ask a knight. (For novel…[Read more]

I just read that story you had on it, The Broken Scythe. Wow…I have chills, seriously. I love it! 🙂 I’ve always liked your writing, @kate-flournoy.

Oooh, thanks! *Grabs link* You site looks so cool, @kate-flournoy ! 😀 Oops, *starts using whispering voice* sorry. 😉

Oooh, thanks! *Grabs link* You site looks so cool, @kate-flournoy ! 😀

Sure, I will. 🙂 Be sure to share yours, too. I can’t wait to read it, @kate-flournoy .