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  1. SouthernMaiden

    What's the most attractive part of the human body?

    In my opinion, for women it's thighs. For men, probably abs. 🤔
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    Shoutout Swap

    Why don't authors do shoutout swaps here? They're the #1 way of promotion on RR. Any particular reason?
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    Why do less boys and men read?

    Just saw this article(below) I don't think this is just in the UK and might be even worse in the united states. Why do so few men and boys read? While women and girls are having a cultural Renaissance with whole new genres (Romantasy for example) and reading more than ever. Why do you think...
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    Anyone working on any story anthologies?

    I'm working on an anthology of short stories based in the same world, linked by common themes. Basically, post apocalyptic romance/smut. Have ya'll worked on an anthology of stories with similar themes?
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    Any of ya'll use Bluesky or X to promote your work?

    Just curious if you use social media to promote your work. Personally, I use BlueSky cause I'm a filthy leftist commie alphabet mafia wokie. ?
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    SouthernMaiden's two sentsnce horror story thread!

    In this thread we share two sentence horror stories. Of the so "bad its good" variety. Here's my first one: I heard someone knocking on my front door late one night. When I answered, I looked in horror at THE CREATURE.
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    When was the last time you cried?

    I think for me it was like a month ago. I was upset thinking about kids getting hurt in **current event**. What bout you guys?
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    Do you ever go back and re-write old chapters?

    I've started getting into the habit of editing on my older chapters whenever I post a new chapter. Just because my older chapters aren't as good, in my opinion. What do ya'll do?
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    I will give feedback on YOUR horror story, or story with heavy horror themes

    Link me your horror story, or story with heavy horror themes and I will read a chapter or two and give feedback in this thread. Submit your story. Let me peep your horror.
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    What makes your fiction unique?

    What single thing makes your fiction different. What sets it apart from others in the genre? It could be your prose, a worldbuilding detail, a character, something about your plot. I want to hear what makes your writing unique. I mean we all do this because we want to put something out onto...
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    Tips for writing romance and (non explicit)physical affection?

    Personally, I like cute awkward moments. When people are close awkward moments can be laughed off, without feelings being hurt. I just find it so sweet Do ya'll have any tips?
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    Do you include images or nah?

    I'm debating if I should include a basic map showing the journey thus far in my latest chapter or if it's not needed. Do you include images, illustrations or maps in your work? Do you think it adds to the story?
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    What's your editing process? What do you focus on?

    I'm very interested in editing and how authors do it. What do you focus on? Do you have any special techniques or tools? How many rounds do you go through, how do you know it's ready? Here's my process: 1) I write on an old AlphaSmart(distraction free), then transfer to my laptop when a...
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    Besides writing, what's the best way to improve as a writer?

    I would say reading a variety of genres, and just reading a lot in general. Also providing and receiving critique, AND actually making changes based on the critique.
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    Cruelty Squad Appreciation Thread

    We are living through the boomer shoot Renaissance. We have Citadel, Beyond Citadel, Mullet Madjack, Forgive me Father, DUSK, HROT. But none compare to the king (which isn't actually a boomer shooter, more of an immersive sim, but I only play boomer shooters ?‍♀️). CRUELTY SQUAD If you haven't...
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    Weak Protagonist, OP Protagonist, or somewhere in between?

    We all know that web novels, light novels, and LitRPGs are absolutely saturated with overpowered protagonists. Sometimes they start out weak, then become OP by the the end of the first chapter. Occasionally, it'll take a handful of chapters before the protag gets crazy strong. Or my least...
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    I'm SouthernMaiden, looking to give some Story Feedback while sick with the Flu [Now Closed]

    Hey I'm SouthernMaiden. I'd like to give feedback on some stories. I'll give feedback on: The cover The synopsis And at least the first chapter I won't be giving any scores or ratings. Also I'm too nice, so I won't tear you to shreds or anything. I'll just be honest. In this age of AI and...
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