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Diana Mill
Hey! I really liked your story and wanted to leave you a proper message because I think good writing deserves appreciation. The pacing was interesting, and I found myself wanting to continue reading to see what would happen next. Your characters also feel like they each have their own personalities. What part of writing this story did you enjoy the most?
Cyclone_57168
The part where I enjoy writing was to make the ending of the novel. In case if I haven't published it, or spoiler alert, it gives a resounding reflection from the start of the story, yet the boiling point or maybe a cliffhanger of events. What I also enjoy is putting my native language in it as well, as to show heritage and the culture you came I from, and to honor it.
Diana Mill
@Cyclone_57168, Ohh that sounds really interesting I also like stories with endings that connect back to the beginning while still leaving a bit of suspense. And including your native language and culture in the story is really nice too By the way, what genre is your story?
Cyclone_57168
@Diana Mill, historical-fiction with a sense of spiritualism, in which if I haven't published that part yet, spoiler alert
Diana Mill
@Cyclone_57168, Ohh that sounds like a really interesting combination Adding a spiritual element to historical fiction makes the story feel even more mysterious. Now I’m even more curious because of the spoiler By the way, when did you first get the idea to write historical fiction
Cyclone_57168
@Diana Mill, I think it was in 2025 since the beloved matriarch's 11th death anniversary is just for the next year (2026), I started and put a what if. That what if is a spoiler again in the next chapters
stellareed1
Writing takes a lot of patience, so it’s genuinely nice seeing someone keep at it. What usually helps you get back into writing after a break?
Cyclone_57168
If I get held back by academics, then I need to pause and leave a concept. With the concept I left, I would continue it again after some important works.
stellareed1
@Cyclone_57168, Balancing academics and creative writing is definitely no small feat, but the fact that you always return to your story shows how dedicated you are to your craft. Pausing when life gets busy is actually a great way to avoid burnout, and holding onto those core concepts means your passion for the story never really fades.It's really impressive how you keep your creative momentum going despite a busy schedule. When you finally get back to a concept after a break, do you usually find that your ideas have grown richer, or do you prefer to stick strictly to your original outline?
Cyclone_57168
@stellareed1, when I will review that concept, stick to it, and refine it if there are new ideas.
stellareed1
@Cyclone_57168,That makes a lot of sense auntie I like that you give yourself room to refine the concept while still keeping the original idea as your foundation It shows you really care about making the story feel right rather than rushing it Do you usually get your new ideas while you are reviewing the concept or do they come to you when you are away from writing
Cyclone_57168
@stellareed1, only when I'm reviewing the concept
stellareed1
@Cyclone_57168,“I really like your story, and honestly, I’ve enjoyed talking with you too. Would you be comfortable chatting on another platform, like Instagram or Discord? It might be easier for us to stay in touch and talk more about your stories.”
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