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For over a decade, I have been a player and overall fan of the tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) Dungeons & Dragons. I have DMed four campaigns, played nearly ever class and race, and run the D&D club at my school. While the game is fun in its own right, it has also served me a
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When a familiar idea appears in a story, it’s easy to feel dismayed, fearing accusations of idea theft. However, originality persists despite recurrent themes. Consider iconic works like Eragon, Avatar, and Taken, each echoing familiar narratives. While common themes and premises endure, your unique perspective ensures your story’s distinctiveness, transcending similarities.
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Lately, I have been going back and forth about what my ultimate career goals are, and I have finally decided! I am going to become a writing coach. In hindsight, this is a long time coming. I’ve always enjoyed not only writing but helping other writers with their work. In college, I enjoyed the creative
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The writer struggled with month-long challenges due to stress, setbacks, and physical discomfort. She realized shorter or longer goals, set daily or weekly, could be more manageable and less overwhelming, leading to a decision to forgo future month-long challenges.
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The grind culture leads to burnout, affecting health and relationships. Prioritize a balanced life over relentless work and success.
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The book launch surpassed expectations, with love from family and friends. Reading and Q&A were well-received, marking the start of a fulfilling author journey.
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Author’s debut novel, “The Soul Child”, published in ebook and paperback. Initial sales modest; hopeful for increased interest with future works.
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The journey to my book launch has been chaotic, with delayed books and unexpected hiccups, but I’ll learn and adapt.
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Author excitedly announces upcoming book release and surprising lack of nervousness about reader reception, feeling accomplished and eager.
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Indie author almost mistakenly publishes unfinished book on KDP due to unintentional click, crisis averted by missing ISBN.
C. Sloan Lewis | Your Virtual Writing Coach 