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REVERSE TROPE WRITING PROMPTS
Too many beds
Accidentally kidnapping a mafia boss
Really nice guy who hates only you
Academic rivals except it’s two teachers who compete to have the best class
Divorce of convenience
Too much communication
True hate’s kiss (only kissing your enemy can break a curse)
Dating your enemy’s sibling
Lovers to enemies
Hate at first sight
Love triangle where the two love interests get together instead
Fake amnesia
Soulmates who are fated to kill each other
Strangers to enemies
Instead of fake dating, everyone is convinced that you aren’t actually dating
Too hot to cuddle
Love interest CEO is a himbo/bimbo who runs their company into the ground
Nursing home au
Identifying places
Don’t know if your location is a city, town etc? Here’s rough population numbers for each.
Village: 50-1000 people
Town: 1000-6000 people
City: 6000-20,000 people
Metropolis: 20,000-50,000 people
"𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡?" 𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙩𝙨
may or may not be based on my life lmaooo | tag me if you use any :)
"You never text first."
"Don't you wanna be something more than whatever...this is?"
"When are you going to be serious about this?"
"You say you want to talk to me, but you never call back."
"It feels like I'm the only one fighting for whatever we have."
"Why should I hold onto this?"
"You say you love me, but you said that to [insert pronoun] last week."
"Figure out what you want first before you come running back to me."
"You can't just come back to me whenever you get bored."
"I don't wanna be the second option anymore."
"Why do I have to beg just to see you?"
"It's like you don't wanna be with me."
"I'm not just something to pass the time with."
"Why does it feel like I'm wasting my time waiting for you?"
also if anyone treats you like this leave them right fucking now (a kind suggestion from someone who means well 😭)
The Ultimate (short) Guide to Crafting Captivating Book Titles: A Writer’s Journey into Naming Novels
Embracing the Power of a Book Title
Greetings, fellow writers and wordsmiths! As we embark on the magical journey of storytelling, there exists a crucial milestone—bestowing our creations with a name, a title that encapsulates the essence of our narrative. The quest for the perfect title can be as thrilling as drafting the story itself. In this guide, we will unravel the art and significance of titling a novel, exploring strategies, tips, and the creative process behind crafting an engaging and magnetic book title.
Understanding the Importance of a Book Title
The Gateway to Reader Connection
A book title is the beacon that beckons readers to explore the universe you’ve crafted. It’s the first impression, a snapshot that encapsulates the soul of your narrative. A compelling title can captivate an audience, generating curiosity and inviting them to step into the world you’ve woven within your pages.
Reflecting the Essence of Your Story
A well-crafted title encapsulates the core theme, mood, or central conflict of your novel. It should resonate with the narrative, teasing elements without revealing too much, leaving a trail of intrigue that entices readers to delve deeper.
The Art of Title Creation
Embrace the Journey: Start with a Working Title
Begin with a placeholder, a working title that captures the essence of your story in its rawest form. Let it evolve and grow as your narrative does. This title might serve as a guiding light until you uncover the perfect one.
Exploring the Heart of Your Story
Consider the central themes, characters, or pivotal moments within your book. Delve into the emotional core of your narrative and unearth words or phrases that resonate with its essence.
Utilizing Literary Devices and Techniques
Explore metaphors, alliteration, symbolism, or even poetic verses. Experiment with wordplay, juxtapositions, and contrasts. These literary devices can infuse depth and intrigue into your title.
Testing and Refining Your Title
The Power of Feedback
Share your title ideas with trusted friends, writing groups, or beta readers. Gather feedback on their impressions and the emotions evoked by the titles. Use this input to refine and narrow down your choices.
Alignment with Your Target Audience
Consider your intended readership. Does your title resonate with the genre and expectations of your audience? Ensure it’s not only enticing but also aligns with the preferences of your potential readers.
Finalizing the Perfect Title
Distillation of Essence: Keep it Succinct and Evocative
Aim for brevity and impact. A concise yet evocative title can linger in the minds of readers. Often, the most powerful titles are those that say much with few words.
Research and Avoiding Clichés
Investigate existing titles in your genre to ensure your title stands out. Steer clear of clichés and overused phrases, aiming for originality and uniqueness.
Embrace the Artistry of Title Crafting
Crafting the ideal book title is an art in itself. It’s the literary cloak that shrouds your creation, inviting readers into the tapestry of your imagination. Embrace the journey of titling your novel with the same passion and creativity you pour into your storytelling. Let the title be a herald, whispering the promise of a remarkable journey that awaits within the pages of your book.
As you venture forth, remember, the perfect title awaits—a key to unlock the hearts and minds of your future readers.
Happy writing and titling!
This comprehensive guide aims to take writers through the journey of creating an impactful and engaging book title, emphasizing the importance of a title and offering practical strategies to craft one that truly resonates with a novel’s essence. If you need further insights, examples, or specific advice on any aspect of titling a novel, feel free to delve deeper into each section. Happy titling!
WORLD BUILDING CHECKLIST
If you are writing a book/story that takes place in another world, I have provided for you the complete world building checklist to ensure that you know your world inside out.
Economy A. Currency B. Poverty rate/line
Government A. Crime & Legal System B. Foreign Relations C. Politics D. War
The Land A. Physical & Historical Features B. Climate C. Geography D. Natural Resources E. Population
Society & Culture A. Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation B. Architecture C. Calendar D. Daily Life. E. Diet F. Ethics & Values G. fashion & Dress H. History I. Dining Customs J. Education K. Language L. Gestures M. Manners N. Meeting & Greeting O. Religion & Philosophy P. Social organization
Magic A. Magicians B. Magic and science C. Magic & Technology D. Rules of Magic
Technology C. Technology D. Medicine D. Transportation & Communication you're welcome <3
Fell free to reblog and fill it out if you want. I am curious to see the worlds in my fellow writers heads.
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Writing Tips Master Post
Character writing/development:
Character Arcs
Making Character Profiles
Character Development
Comic Relief Arc
Internal Conflict
Creating Distinct Characters
Suicidal Urges/Martyr Complex
Creating Likeable Characters
Writing Strong Female Characters
Writing POC Characters
Character Voices
Plot devices/development:
Intrigue in Storytelling
Enemies to Lovers
Alternatives to Killing Characters
Worldbuilding
Misdirection
Consider Before Killing Characters
Foreshadowing
Narrative:
Emphasising the Stakes
Avoid Info-Dumping
Writing Without Dialogue
1st vs. 2nd vs. 3rd Perspective
Fight Scenes (More)
Transitions
Pacing
Book writing:
Connected vs. Stand-Alone Series
A & B Stories
Miscellaneous:
Overcoming Writer's Block
1000 Follower Special
Writing Fantasy
Character Ask Game
not easy to please ⋆⭒˚｡⋆
alternatives to popular tropes
⇴ siblings's worst enemy
they're your sibling's enemy, so of course they're yours too. they're despicable and you seriously want them dead. luckily for you, the feeling's mutual.
⇴ struggling ceo and their know-it-all office worker
how did this mf become the ceo of one of the most progressive countries in the world?? they're clueless and you're the one that has to fix all their mistakes. you seriously don't get paid enough for this (unless they can come up with another way to pay you).
⇴ marriage of inconvenience
what happens in vegas stays in vegas. except when you've signed an official marriage contract, and everything is so much more complicated before. now this person is stuck with you until you can divorce! (or will you?)
⇴ forbidden hate
your parents absolutely adore the idea of the two of you together. they have wedding pinterest boards, future plans, and baby names for the two of you. only one thing: you two kinda hate each other, and hell would have to freeze over before you'd ever get with them.
⇴ no more second chances
sorry dude! f'ed up really bad the first time, and now you're not giving anymore chances, and your ex has to deal with the consequences. one problem: they can't deal with the consequences bc they're literally in love with you. hm. just what will this person do to get you back?
⇴ not so secret identity
everyone knows who they are. not even the old mask and hat trick could prevent people from identifying them. and it's fine–they absolutely bask in the fame. one problem though: they're a constant target to the entire world. perfect!
⇴ separated from each other
they never get any alone time. alone together in an elevator? too bad, a party of ten just showed up, pushing the two of you on the opposite side of the elevator. finally alone at home? nope! unfortunately, your friends make a surprise visit! oh how will you two ever get past this?
⇴ "you deserved it."
a normal person would've asked "who did this to you?" except your bond is not normal. not in the slightest. i mean seriously, what does this person want from you?
⇴ "i can't have you, so i'll let someone else take my place."
they know that they're not good enough for you, and that you deserve someone better than them. so, they choose to let you go, and hope that someone else can make your world light up like they used to
⇴ the one that is still here
everywhere you go, this person is there. whether it's physically, mentally, or spiritually, everything ties back to them. everything reminds you of them. you couldn't even escape if you tried.
⇴ playboy but he's actually a nerd that cannot get play
he's gorgeous–he's the most attractive man you think you've ever seen in your life. you think he's probably got it all–girls or boys coming up to him nonstop. only, that's not true in the slightest. somehow, he's managed to fumble every single time.
⇴ nobody wants the bad boy
he's troubled. there are rumors of him starting fights 24/7, and he lives in a bad area. he could really fuck someone up. nobody wants him.
⇴ "you must be delusional"
lovers that know that they're in love with each other, but when admitting it to their friends, they shut down their feelings.
⇴ loving someone to save them
none of that breaking up nonsense. love is power. their love and support causes you to be stronger than ever. knowing that there's love out there gives you a reason to keep on going. love saves you.
⇴ too smart to live
you've outdone yourself this time. bypassed every guard, rule, and law without anyone catching you. so, of course, there's only one solution here: to eliminate you.
⇴ different worlds (revised)
you grew up poor while they grew up rich. now, in the present, you are the more successful one, while they are struggling to get their life together. now, you must help the one who used to be in your current position, and fix things together.
⇴ one-sided blind date
rule one of having a blind date: you should not know who you're meeting. well, too late! you sneaked a peek at your friend's phone and found out who you'll be seeing soon. now, you're scrambling to get out of this date because you know exactly who it is.
snoopy of the day
a little bunny looking at the stars in case you're having a bad day.
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The zodiac series by MK Čiurlionis. If your sign is here, do you feel like it represents you?
Irritating Character Tropes:
1. Meddler: Had to share explosive commentary about everything and everyone.
2. Gossip-monger: Make up stories and spread them far and wide like a virus.
3. Riddler: Speaks in puzzles and keeps people on toes the hidden meanings in their tales.
4. Jester: Everything and everyone is a joke. Must crack a few ones to earn them wages.
5. Rat hole: Has to sneak in in nook and crannies like a rat to uncover secrets.
6. Interrogator: Wouldn't stop asking same questions with different angles.
7. Petty Thief: Kleptomaniac and pickpocket extraordinaire.
8. Quarreler: Need to pick a fight about everything and anything.
9. Idiot: Speaks out of turn, doesn't know what they are talking about.
10. Lame Poet: Make everyone suffer with their awful compositions.
11. Liar: Conjures up lies out of thin air without skipping a heartbeat.
12. Plotter: Manipulative, calculative, untrustworthy, and narcissistic.
13. Personality Divergent: Sucks living daylights and happiness from people around them.
14. Chaotic: Unorganized messy scatterbrain.
15. Peeping Tom: Needs jail time.
16. Impersonator: Either mentally disturbed or suffering from insecurities.
17. Man child: Regardless of gender acts like a child that needs supervision and extra attention.
18. Foul-mouthed: Starts and ends every sentence with one cursive word or the other.
19. Daydreamer: Always have head stuck in cloud and couldn't focus for more than 5 minutes.
20. Overzealous: Strict adherence to authority figures. Will not hesitate to commit crimes.
21. Righteous Prick: Nothing they do can be wrong or at fault.
22. Existentialist: Make others depressed with their annoying cynicism.
23. Overly-enthusiastic Schmuck: Out of touch with real world and impervious to any challenges. Thinks goodwill is enough resource and help.
24. Undoctor: Has a home remedy for every disease and ailment. Usually a chain-smoker with a protruding belly.
25. Know-it-all: Grammar Nazi, encyclopedia, general knowledge enthusiastic. Insufferable.
26. Geek: Lack of boundaries and respect for privacy.
27. Dare Devil: Needs to get hurt before setting anyone else on fire.
28. Psychoanalyst: Wouldn't shut up about what you actually think, need, and want.
29. Fortune-teller: Spew nonsense out their ass and present it as divine revelation.
30. Manufacturer: Breaks more things than repairs.
31. Conspiracy Theorist: Busy in organizing telepathic peace talks with president and alien civilization.
32. Over-committed Logician: Acts like a machine until an emotional explosions.
33. Otaku/Fic Connoisseur: Spoilers spoliers everywhere.
34. Drama Queen: Nonstop emotional blackmailer.
35. Fatphobic: Anorexic, suffering from health and psychological issues.
36. Glutton: Overweight, hates skinny people. Could use some exercise.
I mean the list doesn't ends. I can honestly think of just as many more of these.
Gotta add them all!
snoopy reads a timeless classic!!
call me by your name and I'll call you by mine