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Hey Reeders,
I am an alternate account, however this is not used for upvoting, downvoting, following or any of those aspects on Reedsy. The only reason I followed so many of you is so that you can see this message. Iโm taking a different approach. It has been suggested a few times that we have a Reedsy account used for giving advice and support. This is my attempt to create one.
Anyone can comment here if they have a problem they would like support or help with, or if they just want to talk it over. You could come here if you have been feeling bad about your writing lately and you would like feedback or suggestions. If you have been struggling to find the motivation to write lately or you havenโt been able to find any ideas. Or, for a slightly different reason, if you have been going through something in your personal life and you would like a friend to work through it with.
Anyone with any opinions and views is welcome, anyone can be included in this if they would like to be. Iโll do my best to help with anything you might be facing. Donโt hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
I guess weโll see how this goes, and if it ends up having any effect. Iโm not sure if this will help, but I sure hope it will.
I will not include some uplifting quotes, because I need more words and I love quotes:
โฟ โYou are more than who you were. You can start over anytime. Like today.โ -Unknown
โฟ โIf you stumble, make it a part of the dance.โ -Unknown
โฟ โIf you feel like youโre loosing everything, remember that trees lose their leaves every year and they still stand tall and wait for better days to come.โ -Unknown
Okay, I hope this helps guys. If you have a problem, Iโll try to help in any way I can.
~Anonymous <3
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I'm also going to include a link for Reedsy's tips on overcoming Writer's Block:
https://blog.reedsy.com/writers-block/
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This is a really great idea and it's going to help out so many people! I appreciate what you are doing for everyone, thank you. I also wanted to know if you would be willing to check out my most recent story? I've been wanting some critique and haven't gotten any, but I feel like there is something missing from it, or it may not make a lot of sense. Anyways, it's pretty short (barely 1k words), and I know you have a lot of stories to read, so no rush at all! Thanks again :)
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Thank you! And of course, I'll check out your story. I added you to my list. :) <3
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Thank you! What a coincidence too... I've had writer's block for a while now and am trying to get back into "the swing of things" or whatever you say :)
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No problem!
Oh, that's good to hear you're going to start writing again. :)
Do you need help with anything? <3
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Oh, Thanks! Im waiting for some inspiration, I'll keep you posted on how its going. ๐
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Sry for the repeats, I deleted them
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Oh, no problem!
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Great! Good luck! :)
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Hey can you check out some of my stories and give feedback? I'm not very good and I need advice.
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Sure, I'll add you to my list. I'm sure your stories are amazing. <3
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tyyyy!
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Heyy!!! Thanks for the follow although your identity must remain secret XDD!! Can you read my most recent story, "Restart Button" and give feedback??? Thanks!!!
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No problem! Sure, I added you to my list of stories to read. <3
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Hi could you please give me some feedback on my recent stories
Thank you for doing this and making reedsy a more positive place to be.
~Palak Shah
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No problem! Sure, I added you to my list. <3
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Thank you so much :))
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Hi! I would love for you to read my stories! I have two thus far... mind to give them a read when you get the chance? :)
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Of course, I added you to my list. <3
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Thanks!! <3
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Advice Account 2.0 read your story and left feedback. :) <3
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You added me and I added you back:)
Since your an advice account, then why not, you should give me advice on whatever story you'd like:)
They're all good, to me, and I like it when others comment.
Thanks
~Jay DMer
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:) I'll do that as soon as I get the chance. <3
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Dear AA,
I have my friends not listening to me as often as they did. I feel like Iโm invisible. What do I do?!
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Hi <3
This is just an idea, but maybe instead of trying to figure out why they're not listening by yourself, you could just bring it up. Maybe if it's out in the open, and they understand how they're making you feel, they'll be able to offer an explanation or rectify how they're acting. That way you could have a clear answer. <3
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Ok Iโll try that! Thank u!
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No problem!
Wishing you all the best. <3
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Can I be on your list? And do you have any tips for writer's block besides the link? I'm still so stuck...
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Sure, I added you!
Hm, maybe you could change what genre or format you're writing in, that way the change might inspire some ideas. Or you could just try small writing exercises, like writing something short (100 words for example) and seeing how it goes. Small steps could writing a story less challenging. <3
Do you have any story ideas recently?
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Not really... Your advice sounds good! I'll try it!
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Okay, good luck! <3
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I was gonna make one, but...
Thank you!
It is a little strange to constantly be followed by alternate accounts, but you have good intentions and will probably help a lot of people.
Who are you really? Where do you post?
Are you Maya? She had a form asking about ways to improve Reedsy or something like that...
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Yeah, I might be her... ;)
This is partly why I made it, because of what you wrote on the form.
Do you need any help? <3
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Hopelessly blocked.
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Have you tried the tips in the link above?
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I think so.
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Thanks so much for setting this up! <3 You're a real MVP!!
One of the issues I'm having lately is that I've zero motivation to write. I have ideas for the prompts and what not, and if I sit and think I can imagine a kind of 'screenplay' in my head about what happens. For some reason, I can't get it onto paper. It feels like writing it out is too 'slow', and what I write doesn't seem to be what's going on in my own head. It's really weird. I've tried the writer's block things, too, but it doesn't seem to be a writer's block. It seems to be writer's laziness. If I could headbutt the laptop and have the story there... anyone else struggle with this?
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Thanks! <3
Ohh, that's difficult. Have you tried writing out an outline for the story step by step so once you start to actually write it you have a plan? Or you could try just sitting down and writing a rough, rough draft, as choppy or incomplete as it may be. Then with a lot of editing, you might be able to get it to the place you would like. <3
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Another perk of writer's laziness, I have ZERO desire to plan! Never have liked planning. But I do like the idea of just writing - not thinking about story or plot or anything, just writing words and then going back to it later! Let's give that a go. Thanks so much, Anonymous lovely person! <3
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Hi, I saw that you followed me, and I was wondering if you would like to check out my YouTube channel? I narrate supernatural stories each week from other authors. I'd love to have you as a subscriber. The link is below. โค
https://youtube.com/c/AfterDarkFairyTales
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Ooh, that sounds really interesting! Since I'm younger, I can't subscribe or comment on youtube (Sorry!) but I would love to check it out! <3
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Also would you consider reading my story!
It's called 'The brightest one there'
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Of course, I'll add you to the list in my bio. :)
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:)
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Hey! you're such a sweet person for helping like this!
If you don't mind, all i need is a friend.
~M
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Thank you! Of course, we can be friends. <3
Tell me if you want to chat anytime. :))
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aww, thank you sm!
<3
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Could you read my stories and give some suggestions please? I would really appreciate that!
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Sure, I'll put you on my list. :)
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I think this is such a wonderful idea, and I'd love to help if there is ever anything I can do, just let me know! I also love the dance quote <3
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Thank you! Aw, that's sweet of you. I'll tell you if I think of something, maybe just giving feedback on stories. Me too! <3
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Thank you for taking on this difficult task. I am sure that plenty of writers will take you up on the offer.
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Hopefully :))
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This is so sweet and caring.
I just wanted to let you know I wrote a story called "Ouroboros". I think the dialogue is a little stiff, and I am unsure if the ending is predictable. Do you think you could give it a read when you have the time?
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Thank you! I would love to read it, I put your name on the list of people's stories to read in my bio. <3
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Yes, of course. No rush. I love feedback of all kinds
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Great! :)
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This is a great idea! You're so kind to take your time out of your day to do this!
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Thank you! Tell me if you ever need anything. <3
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Ofc! <3
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I have been unmotivated to write for the last couple of weeks. I posted today for the first time in a while, but feel it can be improved. Can you a) read and then criticize my latest story, and B) give advice for writer's block? Thank you.
This account is great btw!
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I'll definitely read your newest story as soon as I get the chance, I added you to the list in my bio. There's a link at the bottom of this message for writer's block tips, maybe check that out? Thanks! <3
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Thank youuu :)
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Thanks for the inspirational quotes and useful links!
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No problem! Hope they help! <3
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Hey Ad ( gonna call you that) I was wondering how you would go about making a normally boring setting seem interesting and captivating.
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Hm, one time I heard this piece of advice a short story writer gave in an online class. She said she makes a list of unique/ strange objects (for example, furniture, decorations, clothing). Like a vase with a unique shape, or a painting of an interesting scene, then tries to incorporate them in her stories. And when she does she crosses them off the list. Could that work? <3
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Ooh, that does sound great!! Thanks a ton!! I think I know who you are lol
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No problem! Who do you think I am?
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You seem like Zilla but Iโm probably wrong... I always am with which alt account is her talking
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Oh lol, I'm not her. But I'm honored you thought I was. Lol :)
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Awww I love this idea and how positive it is! Thank you, wonderful person <3
Also, if you donโt mind, could you give me feedback on one of my newer stories? Thank you so much!
Bye! ๐
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No problem! Of course, I'll put you on my list of stories to read. <3 Bye!
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This is such a great idea! Really would help so many people so thank you for this!
I would love to talk to you whenever I need help. Also I would love it if u could read my latest story.
<33 Have a wonderful day!
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Thank you! I would love to read your story!
You too! <3
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Of course! Aww, thank you!
<33
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If you have time, I would love feedback on one of my stories. ๐
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Of course, I'll do that. <3
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