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Some sides of the pjo internet community are so ungrateful that Rick taking the opportunity to expand on and edit his own story to give more context as to how this universe works.
I could not give less of a fuck if Alison wasn’t in the books. It provides more context AND GIVES US MORE BACKGROUND that we don’t get to see in the books which, idk if some of yall remember, ARE ONLY FROM PERCY’S POINT OF VIEW. Of course we’re going to get new characters! This story is over a decade old!
The way people act like Rick is changing the entire plot and story of the season with TWO EPISODES RELEASED (as of typing this) is insane!! If I were given the opportunity to write for or edit !!! My own book to show adaptation, I WOULD TAKE IT!
It’s how I’ve viewed every slight difference from the book since season one; Rick having the opportunity to change things from the way he wrote it over a decade ago in a way that still follows the story!
I feel like there’s no need to already be THIS nitpicky about this season when it’s helping to improve the story if anything!
I for one love the changes he’s made and can see it as him looking back ten years and going hmmm I actually want to tell this a little differently. It’s also being rewritten in the context of other new works like the HOO series and the Nico/Will book and chalice of the gods. Like I can see him making his arguments stronger textually for stuff he wrote later than PJO.
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January Prompts 🎉
Word prompts to use for doodling or writing
- Happy New Year
- new beginnings
- resolutions
- cold
- snow storm
- midnight
- hangover
- celebration
- hiking
- paper planes
- drinks
- bath bomb
- motivation
- healthy
- snow angel
- goals
- icicles
- train ride
- habits
- warm soup
- declutter
- snow globe
- priorities
- ice skating
- games
- fresh
- movie night
- progress
- confetti
- dreams
- journaling
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if you're subscribed to Microsoft word, you probably received an email recently saying they're upping their prices. Like, a lot. ($9.99/month instead of $6.99)
guess what though? you can log into your account, click Cancel Subscription, and get the option to continue your subscription at the same price WITHOUT their bullshit AI.
That's right, the new, higher price is actually a different subscription that includes AI that everyone is being opted into by force! What a cool and fun product that clearly everyone wants.
you can also choose to buy Word 2024 without AI for a single lump sum that will be yours in perpetuity, with no updates, for one computer.
Check your subscription if you need Word for work! Don't get duped into paying for something you might not even want
Also, reminder that Word 2007 still installs just fine on Windows 11 and can do damn near everything Word 2024 does.
With these added bonuses:
- No frequent updates that prevent you from using the thing while it updates
- No AI grammar/spell check (it's all local, baby!)
- No nag screens about sharing everything with OneDrive
- Runs screamingly fast on modern computers
- Free to use, since Microsoft doesn't give a shit
The only downside I can recall is that working with PDF files is a bit frustrating and requires additional steps. But if all you need is DOC or DOCX it's great.
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How to create an atmosphere: Beach
Sight
- rolling waves crashing on the shore
- seagulls flying overhead
- golden sand stretching along the coastline
- seashells, driftwood, and seaweed scattered on the beach
- people sunbathing, playing, or walking
- dogs jumping around the water
- a group of people playing volleyball or frisbee
- boats on the horizon or surfers in the water
- the shimmer of sunlight reflecting on the water
Hearing
- the rhythmic crashing of waves
- crying seagulls and other coastal birds
- children laughing and playing
- yelling from groups playing volleyball
- the distant hum of boats or jet skis
- wind rustling through palm trees or beach grass
- vendors selling ice cream, yelling out to their potential customers
- footsteps crunching in the sand
Touch
- warm, grainy sand beneath your feet
- cool ocean water lapping at your ankles
- a salty breeze brushing against your skin
- smooth pebbles, rough shells, or prickly bits of dried seaweed
- the sun's heat on your skin
- ice cream cone in hand
- dampness from the sea mist or splash of waves
- rough skin, dehydrated from the sea water
- getting sand in places you wish it wouldn't touch
Smell
- salty sea air
- the scent of seaweed
- the smell of sunscreen
- barbecues or food stands nearby (grilled fish, fries)
- a faint fishy or musty ocean smell
Taste
- salt on your lips from the ocean spray
- a hint of sand in all your snacks
- fresh seafood from a stall or a nearby restaurant
- sweetness from tropical fruit or ice cream
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heya love the blog, just wondering how to determine the quality of my story's title?
Picking the Right Title—5 Steps
- Google your options and see what comes up first. Is there already a book out there with the same name that’s more popular? Or is it something else with a popular name, like a company or brand?What do you want people to associate with your book title?
- Will it appeal to the demographic you’re aiming for? Don’t know? Check out the most popular books among that demographic.
- On a scale of 1–10, how likely is it that when your book becomes a movie they’ll change the title to something more sellable? Does that matter to you?
- Imagine your worst enemy saying the title. Do they make it sound like trash, or does it make them sound like a buffoon?
- Imagine your personal hero or crush saying it. Do they make it sound perfect, or does it make them sound dumb?
First two are most important. I just made up those last three.
Obviously, your title should have something to do with your book and not be a random phrase or word that you felt sounded cool. For instance the working title for my novel was “M1″ which meant nothing to anyone but me. First chosen title was “Human Development” which was relevant to the story, but I hated it because it sounded like en educational course and didn’t fit on my book covers well. I finally landed on “Regenerate” as it sounded cool and had more than one tie to the story; literally, metaphorically, and thematically. My only gripe is that it’s a one-word title and I dislike how many of those there are in the writing world right now, but then I am incredibly fickle and will always find something to gripe about.
Unlike the rest of your writing, the title of the story is least about how you feel about it and most about how potential readers feel about it.
And please, please, if it’s going to be a quote or sentence, make sure it’s grammatically correct (unless grammatical errors are relevant to the diction of the characters or something). I’ve seen some amateur book titles that made no sense and were badly misspelled or lacked proper punctuation. That just spells doom for the book because if the title is a hot mess the book can only be a roiling inferno.
Thanks for asking, hope this helped.
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The first step of writing is to yearn
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I made these as a way to compile all the geographical vocabulary that I thought was useful and interesting for writers. Some descriptors share categories, and some are simplified, but for the most part everything is in its proper place. Not all the words are as useable as others, and some might take tricky wording to pull off, but I hope these prove useful to all you writers out there!
(save the images to zoom in on the pics)
Oh, that’s very helpful indeed!
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How to create an atmosphere: Forest
Sight
- tall trees with thick canopies of leaves
- alternating light coming in through the moving leafs of the trees
- ground covered with a mix of grass, ferns, and fallen leaves
- wildflowers adding splashes of colour
- animals like deer, boars, squirrels, birds
- insects like butterflies and bees add movement and life to the scene
Hearing
- the air is filled with the melodious songs of birds
- gentle rustling of leaves as the wind moves through the trees
- constant hum and buzz of insects
- the soft crunch of leaves, twigs, and soil while walking through the forest
Touch
- the spongy feel and the soft coolness of moss
- the rough texture of tree bark
- the cooler temperature in the forest
- with a gentle breeze that can be felt on your skin
Smell
- the smell of fresh grass
- the rich, earthy smell of soil and decaying leaves
- the scent of fresh leaves, pine needles, and blooming flowers
- the smell of the clean, slightly damp scent of water and wet earth from a nearby stream or pond
Taste
- the clean taste of fresh air
- the taste of sweet and tangy wildberries
- the taste of self-picked mushrooms
- the taste of edible wildflowers
- the taste of a variety of nuts
- the taste of wild greens