And then they did the sex.😂

I think the first question to ask is why writing a mentally ill character as in; how does the character having this mental illness move the plot along better compared to if it wouldn't have this mental illness? Personally I would go with looking for traits that make up a mental illness and see how these traits would influence such character's behavior, in severity, quantity, and maybe other factors I haven't thought about now. Mental illnesses in real life can be a challenge to live with and that alone could make for a very interesting character.

I have a better idea. Stop writing smut.

Can you please help me that somehow my mirror page begins with two unwanted spaces aligning to the previous page.? Thank you.

The next big step: getting people to buy the book and read it. That will take some convincing (ahem, marketing). Maybe reveal the first chapter as a free sample, or maybe the first three chapters, and if people are interested in the characters or the plot, then they may actually buy the book from you. Money earned.

Depends on the audience. If you're a guy, we often want clinically graphic detail and filthy language. Ironically, emotions and metaphors tend to bore most of us. It's robbery! Like a sex scene in a film where they keep their shirts on.

Thank you. Hope you feel better.

Looking at the other commenter's list I think Enmity fits the bill nicely. But the other question I had is what is the degree and type of "lover-ness" that they have in the end? Is this a wild fling of passion, a seduction, a long term relationship? The type of love affair that they will have and the intensity is something to think about. Also do they like each other in the end? Not all relationships are built on mutual respect and trust.

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0:40 Re: "level of enemy-ness" - how about words like: animosity, antagonism, competition, conflict, disagreeability, discord, dissention, enmity, friction, opposition, rivalry, (etc.)

Stopped at 0:29. For all of your self-claimed wisdom and so-called 'Know how' you have sold one book via Vanity Press, aka you published your own ebook, as if that makes you an expert. You are nothing but an arrogant fool.

0:52 🎯 Knowing the purpose of your sex scene is crucial; consider whether it advances the plot, builds character, arouses emotion, or serves another specific function. 1:58 🖋 Choose your words carefully; use language that matches the mood and purpose of the scene, avoiding clinical terms and excessive metaphorical language. 2:57 📝 When describing body parts, opt for words that maintain the scene's mood and purpose, avoiding overuse of synonyms and overly ornate language. 4:25 🚪 Writing sex scenes in private can foster creativity and remove feelings of awkwardness or shame, leading to a more authentic portrayal. 5:32 🎶 Creating the right atmosphere with music can enhance the mood and help you visualize the dynamic between characters in your scene. 6:59 ❌ Don't feel pressured to include a sex scene in your writing if it doesn't serve your story or if you're uncomfortable with it; it's okay to skip it or imply it instead.

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Wow, those euphemisms in the link are pretty awful.

Well done young lady

Just finished this book and I loved it! I also couldn't picture some of the underwater setting but loved the char arcs

Very nice, Marilene!

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I tend to resolve the romantic subplot after the final fight - it's a reward for the hero's hard work.

Great video! excited to subscribe!

This was really insightful, I'm always looking for more tips to make all my characters more interesting and find ways to link them together in the story. Thank you for this.

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That’s so cool I should try it with 2 female characters

The sad moment when you have to write in german and your word options are absolutely terrible

You go girl

I just decided I'm gonna do Nanowrimo this year, so this video popping up was perfect! Your channel deserves more views.

Dealing with any illness (physical or mental) when trying to write novels is not easy! I know because I have a plethora of ailments (generalized anxiety + panic disorder, ADD, Schizoaffective and IBS, carpal tunnel...). I got my first idea 20 years ago but I still haven't completed my first draft! What you say it's true. I always listened to my limits. For the longest period of time I could not do anything concrete with my writing. As a solution in the low times, I was watching tones of movies/series trying to find similar ones to what I want to write or listening to tones of audiobooks (non-fictions on the art of writing) and I filled piles of notebooks with my ideas for the last decades! And all of this paid paid off because I've learned a lot on the craft and now I got a killer outline lol Sure it helps that I found a day job where I answer customer emails and learned to type very fast in both languages and helped me work on my self-editing skills.. but taking care of your health is of prime importance, working on improving your routine(sleep, time blocking) and diet is of prime importance for me. I also use the Miracle Morning for Writers by Hal Elrod to help me implement consistency with daily reading and writing. :)

girl that music almost killed me

I totally agree with what you said about writing with music. Something about the song Center by Sir Chloe helps so much with my writing. Thanks for this video.

What about the quality of the text ink. If I use a thin front like Garamond, will it be dark and crisp?

Ok i know its off topic but ur voice is really pretty 😭

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I just published mine…I spent 10$ 😂 your cover looks amazing

I hit the subscribe button😊❤

How exciting !! I'm new here, but I cannot wait to follow you along your journey. I also love the idea of the audiobook. I will for sure listen to it.

I'm writing a character who is a pyromanic, if that counts as a mental disorder.

So in effect, write them with respect in relation to your story and genre. Will keep that in mind, although, I've heard it's also best not to specify and label it either, which you seem to be suggesting is to be brought to the forefront. That's not how we define our characters with any of these sort of issues; rather it is subtly woven in, and thus, does have an effect on the story if it affects the plot going on, then perhaps whatever the situation is, it then becomes brought to light because of it or not. My point is, and you've probably heard this term before, is to use _ambivalence_ when writing characters with a mental illness.

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Younger me: “I’m gonna write romance with no sex scenes in it at all.” Now me: “erotic writing is my best skill” 😂

Wow. Very useful

Excellent advise. Please make more writing videos. Subscribed.

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Thank you for this beautiful video. Im using your template for my short story contest. Ty ❤️

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To the last point - having written solely as a creative outlet AND with intent to publish, I would say the latter stimulated more attention to craft and the former was funner. (Notably because I could use words like, “funner.”)

You need more subs, u give great tips

Hey Blomi, so trots. You look so happy. Can't wait to read it.

Soooo proud of you!!! Cannot wait to read it! Already pre-ordered!❤

Well done on such a great accomplishment 👏🏻👏🏻

You kind of sound like Leliana from Dragon Age