R.J.M. — Writer — DRAFT 3! 📖🎮🎥🤖✍️🦸🏻♂️
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Currently working on: Daughter of the Sword (Draft 3!) Fantasy novel
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Currently working on: Daughter of the Sword (Draft 3!) Fantasy novel
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I'd actually love to have a side story in the POV of the villain, or one of their henchmen; to really be able to dissect their actions and what drives them!
See the other side of the conflict, so to speak — hammer home how evil they truly are.
See the other side of the conflict, so to speak — hammer home how evil they truly are.
November 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
I'd actually love to have a side story in the POV of the villain, or one of their henchmen; to really be able to dissect their actions and what drives them!
See the other side of the conflict, so to speak — hammer home how evil they truly are.
See the other side of the conflict, so to speak — hammer home how evil they truly are.
Money, Nachos, Friends.
Three things I would love to have more of in 2026!
Three things I would love to have more of in 2026!
the first 3 words you see will define your 2026 😭
Money
New car
Pussy
Money
New car
Pussy
November 25, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Money, Nachos, Friends.
Three things I would love to have more of in 2026!
Three things I would love to have more of in 2026!
Storm System for today — a snip from Draft 2, as 3 is still underway and little more than a chapter to draw from so far!
I have however almost filled a whole notebook with prep for Draft 3, so needless to say it's going well.
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I have however almost filled a whole notebook with prep for Draft 3, so needless to say it's going well.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Storm System for today — a snip from Draft 2, as 3 is still underway and little more than a chapter to draw from so far!
I have however almost filled a whole notebook with prep for Draft 3, so needless to say it's going well.
#WIPsnips
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I have however almost filled a whole notebook with prep for Draft 3, so needless to say it's going well.
#WIPsnips
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#WritingCommunity
In short, Bronwyn is special simply because of who she is — her drive, her personality, her morals, her choice to do right in the face of the odds. Not controlled by fate, but choosing to do the right thing because that's who she is.
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
In short, Bronwyn is special simply because of who she is — her drive, her personality, her morals, her choice to do right in the face of the odds. Not controlled by fate, but choosing to do the right thing because that's who she is.
... because destiny is something individuals choose and take responsibility for. Bronwyn is seen by some as a "Chosen One", but there's nothing to set her apart from others who can use magic; she has no different powers or ability, no prophecy, not chosen by the gods.
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
... because destiny is something individuals choose and take responsibility for. Bronwyn is seen by some as a "Chosen One", but there's nothing to set her apart from others who can use magic; she has no different powers or ability, no prophecy, not chosen by the gods.
One which I know is quite rife in the fantasy genre which I'm trying to avoid is the "Chosen One" trope.
The real world, even one with magic and dragons, doesn't have chosen ones; just people who step up in the right place and time...
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The real world, even one with magic and dragons, doesn't have chosen ones; just people who step up in the right place and time...
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#Novmemeber 25
Anti-tropes: what are some tropes that you've purposefully avoided in your WIP? OR, are there any tropes that you've put a twist on?
Anti-tropes: what are some tropes that you've purposefully avoided in your WIP? OR, are there any tropes that you've put a twist on?
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
One which I know is quite rife in the fantasy genre which I'm trying to avoid is the "Chosen One" trope.
The real world, even one with magic and dragons, doesn't have chosen ones; just people who step up in the right place and time...
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The real world, even one with magic and dragons, doesn't have chosen ones; just people who step up in the right place and time...
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I'm still debating it! She might stay dark brown or another brown shade instead, but I feel the name Bronwyn is more suited to a blonde for some reason.
November 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
I'm still debating it! She might stay dark brown or another brown shade instead, but I feel the name Bronwyn is more suited to a blonde for some reason.
Bronwyn's first true love is the forge; she loves the warmth, the reminder of home, and the process of making something with her hands. Over time it becomes a comfort to her, something to take her mind from her struggles...
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Today's random #Lovember #WritingPrompt for the #WriteSky #WritingCommunity:
Would your character(s) still fall for their first love(s)?
If it doesn't make sense to answer for romantic love, you can talk about some other sort of "first love".
Would your character(s) still fall for their first love(s)?
If it doesn't make sense to answer for romantic love, you can talk about some other sort of "first love".
November 24, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Bronwyn's first true love is the forge; she loves the warmth, the reminder of home, and the process of making something with her hands. Over time it becomes a comfort to her, something to take her mind from her struggles...
#Lovetember #WritingPrompt #WriteSky #WritingCommunity
#Lovetember #WritingPrompt #WriteSky #WritingCommunity
I've not yet made decisions about her hair in Draft 3; Bronwyn, as she is now renamed, may be blonde! She may also cut her hair short, as I quite liked the symbolism of sacrifice there.
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
I've not yet made decisions about her hair in Draft 3; Bronwyn, as she is now renamed, may be blonde! She may also cut her hair short, as I quite liked the symbolism of sacrifice there.
Later she did grow it back, but still chose to keep it relatively short (well above shoulder length) as a matter of practicality, but would still be considered unusually short for a young woman in Riviera.
Her hair has also changed colour between drafts - first dark brown, then maple brown.
Her hair has also changed colour between drafts - first dark brown, then maple brown.
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Later she did grow it back, but still chose to keep it relatively short (well above shoulder length) as a matter of practicality, but would still be considered unusually short for a young woman in Riviera.
Her hair has also changed colour between drafts - first dark brown, then maple brown.
Her hair has also changed colour between drafts - first dark brown, then maple brown.
Hair is an important one for me, as I think it can say a lot about a character - how much they care for their appearance, their lifestyle, even their culture.
In the very first draft, Cassiel cut her hair very short (very roughly) as a way of making a statement about her own dedication.
In the very first draft, Cassiel cut her hair very short (very roughly) as a way of making a statement about her own dedication.
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Here's an appearance one that I don't think we've talked about yet: What does your character's hair look like?
Do they have hair? Long or short? What color? How do they usually wear it? Is it important to them?
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Here's an appearance one that I don't think we've talked about yet: What does your character's hair look like?
Do they have hair? Long or short? What color? How do they usually wear it? Is it important to them?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Hair is an important one for me, as I think it can say a lot about a character - how much they care for their appearance, their lifestyle, even their culture.
In the very first draft, Cassiel cut her hair very short (very roughly) as a way of making a statement about her own dedication.
In the very first draft, Cassiel cut her hair very short (very roughly) as a way of making a statement about her own dedication.
No crystals at all in Draft 2 — so I found Rubies instead!
Already started planning Draft 3; hoping to begin before Christmas!
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Already started planning Draft 3; hoping to begin before Christmas!
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November 22, 2025 at 10:55 AM
No crystals at all in Draft 2 — so I found Rubies instead!
Already started planning Draft 3; hoping to begin before Christmas!
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Already started planning Draft 3; hoping to begin before Christmas!
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Finally got to write the fated words every author hopes and dreads to reach: THE END!
Farewell to you, Draft2! I learned much, and have many far better ideas for where to go next.
Draft 3 here we come - new names, new lore, the same story but BETTER!
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Farewell to you, Draft2! I learned much, and have many far better ideas for where to go next.
Draft 3 here we come - new names, new lore, the same story but BETTER!
#writeSky
#WritingCommunity
November 19, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Finally got to write the fated words every author hopes and dreads to reach: THE END!
Farewell to you, Draft2! I learned much, and have many far better ideas for where to go next.
Draft 3 here we come - new names, new lore, the same story but BETTER!
#writeSky
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Farewell to you, Draft2! I learned much, and have many far better ideas for where to go next.
Draft 3 here we come - new names, new lore, the same story but BETTER!
#writeSky
#WritingCommunity
Honestly exactly the same — if I didn't have a full time job and could dedicate myself to writing, I'd have 3 books out by now I'm sure!
As it is I'm wrestling through just finishing Draft 2 with how busy I've been the last few months; but I'm into the last 2 or so chapters, and a short epilogue!
As it is I'm wrestling through just finishing Draft 2 with how busy I've been the last few months; but I'm into the last 2 or so chapters, and a short epilogue!
November 19, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Honestly exactly the same — if I didn't have a full time job and could dedicate myself to writing, I'd have 3 books out by now I'm sure!
As it is I'm wrestling through just finishing Draft 2 with how busy I've been the last few months; but I'm into the last 2 or so chapters, and a short epilogue!
As it is I'm wrestling through just finishing Draft 2 with how busy I've been the last few months; but I'm into the last 2 or so chapters, and a short epilogue!
Forewarning for those who follow my snips, one of the big changes I'm making may be to change Cassiel's name entirely. I'm going through some opinions on what to make it — I like a lot of names from the Mabinogion, Welsh mythology, so Bronwyn, Branwyn, Gwyndolyn and similar are competing in my head!
November 17, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Forewarning for those who follow my snips, one of the big changes I'm making may be to change Cassiel's name entirely. I'm going through some opinions on what to make it — I like a lot of names from the Mabinogion, Welsh mythology, so Bronwyn, Branwyn, Gwyndolyn and similar are competing in my head!
A wintry post for today's snip as the weather turns colder!
Had a great discussion with some friends and fellow writers over the weekend while attending a wedding, so I've got even more ideas for draft 3 — watch this space!
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Had a great discussion with some friends and fellow writers over the weekend while attending a wedding, so I've got even more ideas for draft 3 — watch this space!
#WIPsnips
#WriteSky
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November 17, 2025 at 12:21 PM
A wintry post for today's snip as the weather turns colder!
Had a great discussion with some friends and fellow writers over the weekend while attending a wedding, so I've got even more ideas for draft 3 — watch this space!
#WIPsnips
#WriteSky
#WritingCommunity
Had a great discussion with some friends and fellow writers over the weekend while attending a wedding, so I've got even more ideas for draft 3 — watch this space!
#WIPsnips
#WriteSky
#WritingCommunity
What happened to the Wizards of old? They are gone from this place, a land of magic now without.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:18 AM
What happened to the Wizards of old? They are gone from this place, a land of magic now without.
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I have the feeling Reha's would start fun, but as she starts to throw heavier and heavier weapons with less and less accuracy, it would veer towards... Concerning 😂
November 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
I have the feeling Reha's would start fun, but as she starts to throw heavier and heavier weapons with less and less accuracy, it would veer towards... Concerning 😂
Cassiel would certainly put on a magic show — Gandalf style, fireworks and sparklers and illusions to delight!
Rehara, reluctant until drunk enough, would sink drinking songs and throw knives, axes, swords... Until Cas made her stop.
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Rehara, reluctant until drunk enough, would sink drinking songs and throw knives, axes, swords... Until Cas made her stop.
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It's talent show day!
We are all putting together a talent show! What will your character's act be? Extremely flexible prompt, any talent goes!
If they don't like performing what backstage job would they want?
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It's talent show day!
We are all putting together a talent show! What will your character's act be? Extremely flexible prompt, any talent goes!
If they don't like performing what backstage job would they want?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 12, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Cassiel would certainly put on a magic show — Gandalf style, fireworks and sparklers and illusions to delight!
Rehara, reluctant until drunk enough, would sink drinking songs and throw knives, axes, swords... Until Cas made her stop.
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
Rehara, reluctant until drunk enough, would sink drinking songs and throw knives, axes, swords... Until Cas made her stop.
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
Just a short snip today — haven't got much writing done lately. I know I need to push through to get the last 3-4 chapters of this draft done, but really struggling with time and motivation!
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November 12, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Just a short snip today — haven't got much writing done lately. I know I need to push through to get the last 3-4 chapters of this draft done, but really struggling with time and motivation!
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I should not have put this on before bedtime.
How am I meant to sleep when I will be haunted by every aspect of the Frankenstein narrative, of the monster's desire to just be loved, to LIVE, to be seen—
Every time I revisit Frankenstein I relate to the monster a little more.
How am I meant to sleep when I will be haunted by every aspect of the Frankenstein narrative, of the monster's desire to just be loved, to LIVE, to be seen—
Every time I revisit Frankenstein I relate to the monster a little more.
November 11, 2025 at 11:29 PM
I should not have put this on before bedtime.
How am I meant to sleep when I will be haunted by every aspect of the Frankenstein narrative, of the monster's desire to just be loved, to LIVE, to be seen—
Every time I revisit Frankenstein I relate to the monster a little more.
How am I meant to sleep when I will be haunted by every aspect of the Frankenstein narrative, of the monster's desire to just be loved, to LIVE, to be seen—
Every time I revisit Frankenstein I relate to the monster a little more.
I really, REALLY appreciate how visceral and practical everything in this film was; they don't try to blind you with sci-fi babble, (the book never specified the exact method of animation) but they don't shy away from actually showing Victor build the body; something lacking from every other film.
November 11, 2025 at 11:24 PM
I really, REALLY appreciate how visceral and practical everything in this film was; they don't try to blind you with sci-fi babble, (the book never specified the exact method of animation) but they don't shy away from actually showing Victor build the body; something lacking from every other film.
Finally got around to watching #Frankenstein — and wow. WOW.
By far the most true to the spirit of the original of any adaptation I've seen; truly emotional and moving, and every shot of it was utterly beautiful.
Sat here crying at the end credits.
By far the most true to the spirit of the original of any adaptation I've seen; truly emotional and moving, and every shot of it was utterly beautiful.
Sat here crying at the end credits.
a man with curly hair stands in front of a statue
Alt: A gif of Victor Frankenstein, as played by Oscar Isaac; he stands in shadow, before the gaping maw of a gorgon-esque carving, before being illuminated by a stark burst of lightning.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Finally got around to watching #Frankenstein — and wow. WOW.
By far the most true to the spirit of the original of any adaptation I've seen; truly emotional and moving, and every shot of it was utterly beautiful.
Sat here crying at the end credits.
By far the most true to the spirit of the original of any adaptation I've seen; truly emotional and moving, and every shot of it was utterly beautiful.
Sat here crying at the end credits.
November 10, 2025 at 9:03 AM