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Oooh... I've never really thought about being honest with my story. But you're right. I can't just write scenes I want to happen but shouldn't because that's not realistic to the plot or characters.
ReplyDelete(I mean, I guess you could always write it and then cut it and shove it into an obscure folder. Author written fanfiction. XD)
I have been struggling with editing, but it helped so much to get a critique on the beginning and look at my story from there. Helped me to find out what was wrong.
Best of luck to your story... I'm glad you were able to find the thing that was making you feel off about it!
Jeneca @Jeniqua Writes
"Author written fanfiction": I think I'm very guilty of this. XD Editing is super hard; I'm glad I'm not the only one struggling with it. :) You're right. Critiques are super useful. I'm glad you figured out what was wrong with your story too. Best of luck with your own writing, and thanks so much for commenting, Jeneca! <3
DeleteOhh I have trouble with this a lot! I'm actually fighting with my plotting right now because I want one thing for my characters but DEEP DOWN INSIDE I know it's not the right direction.ðŸ˜ðŸ˜‚ Ahem. But yes, being honest with what your characters (and the book!!) needs is hugely important. And editing is HARD. Always hard! I basically write small/short books so I don't have to edit as much hahaha. Ahem.
ReplyDeleteAh I've had the same problem so many times. You could maybe write the scene to satisfy yourself, and then write what you think is the more honest one for the true ending? It's a difficult battle; good luck! Editing is SO hard. That's a good plan though haha. XD Thanks so much for commenting Cait! :D
DeleteI have that same problem!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I'm not the only one! Thank you for dropping by Ella! XD
DeleteAll I ever seem to do is plan and never write so I'm not exactly far along in my writing journey lol, but I've always felt like the most important thing, like whenever I see people asking questions about things or whenever I think of my own stories, is to stay true to the story. You may *want* this to happen, or *that* may be what other people like to read about, but if it isn't true to the story, it'll show. Glad you were able to figure out what was off, and good luck finishing your editing :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Kristen! :) Definitely, we should always stay true to the story! I as a reader always get annoyed when characters do something completely out of character, as it doesn't sit well with me and makes me think the author didn't understand or respect the story enough. Good luck with your own writing (planning is super important too) and thanks for commenting! :D
DeleteAwesome post! :)
ReplyDeleteI've never yet finished a manuscript, so have never had this problem at the editing stage, but I've definitely experienced something like it. I have planned out novels before with the plot as I would like it to go, but once I start writing and the characters take life, it just seems forced and not like what the characters would actually do when I try and stick to my plan. I really love what you say here about staying true to your story and your characters, and I'll definitely be trying to keep to that in my writing.
Good luck with the editing! :)
Thanks Laura! :D I totally get what you mean; whenever I plot an ending I seem to end up writing the complete opposite of it. But the good thing about that is it means by that point we have a better understanding of our characters and story. :D Good luck with your own writing (you can do it!) and thank you so much for commenting! <3
DeleteHow truthful. This is a point that is stressed on every 'tips' post. Without staying honest the story feels dull and the writing lifeless. Glad you emphasised
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely a point everyone should be aware of. :) You're right; without honesty our stories lack realism and feel off. Thanks for dropping by Resh! :)
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