Nectar Vam
@nectar-vam77.bsky.social
Paracosmist, Greek-American, Leftist, man of faith, AuAdhd, writer (in the works), lover of all things fantasy, myth, and lore. He/Him.
NO Maga, Trumpists, Right-wingers, Bigots, Frauds, Scammers, Fascists, Crypto, Hookups, or Catfishers allowed.
NO Maga, Trumpists, Right-wingers, Bigots, Frauds, Scammers, Fascists, Crypto, Hookups, or Catfishers allowed.
#FantasyIndiesNovember 23 #Writersky #Authorsky #Authors #Writers #Writesky #WritingCommunity
I have yet to deal with it myself, as I'm currently working on my first book.
Must/Do all writers suffer from Imposter's syndrome?
I have yet to deal with it myself, as I'm currently working on my first book.
Must/Do all writers suffer from Imposter's syndrome?
Day 23 of #FantasyIndiesNovember
I have no advice for dealing with imposter syndrome; I still haven't been able to deal with it effectively.
#WritingCommunity
I have no advice for dealing with imposter syndrome; I still haven't been able to deal with it effectively.
#WritingCommunity
November 24, 2025 at 3:30 AM
#FantasyIndiesNovember 23 #Writersky #Authorsky #Authors #Writers #Writesky #WritingCommunity
I have yet to deal with it myself, as I'm currently working on my first book.
Must/Do all writers suffer from Imposter's syndrome?
I have yet to deal with it myself, as I'm currently working on my first book.
Must/Do all writers suffer from Imposter's syndrome?
#awesomecharacters #WritingCommunity #Writesky #WritingPrompts
Bethany's a natural redhead. Her hair starts out short (shoulder length) but it grows a little longer as she grows. She wears her hair down, not following the late 1920s hairdo styles (and no, she's not an NLOG).
Bethany's a natural redhead. Her hair starts out short (shoulder length) but it grows a little longer as she grows. She wears her hair down, not following the late 1920s hairdo styles (and no, she's not an NLOG).
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
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
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 3:25 AM
#awesomecharacters #WritingCommunity #Writesky #WritingPrompts
Bethany's a natural redhead. Her hair starts out short (shoulder length) but it grows a little longer as she grows. She wears her hair down, not following the late 1920s hairdo styles (and no, she's not an NLOG).
Bethany's a natural redhead. Her hair starts out short (shoulder length) but it grows a little longer as she grows. She wears her hair down, not following the late 1920s hairdo styles (and no, she's not an NLOG).
You know who started the original war on Christmas?
A group of colonizing, English fanatical Christians called Puritans
They condemned the holiday as "pagan", "unbiblical", and having all the "trappings of Roman Popery" (Puritans hated the Catholics). They outlawed Christmas in their domains.
A group of colonizing, English fanatical Christians called Puritans
They condemned the holiday as "pagan", "unbiblical", and having all the "trappings of Roman Popery" (Puritans hated the Catholics). They outlawed Christmas in their domains.
November 24, 2025 at 3:15 AM
You know who started the original war on Christmas?
A group of colonizing, English fanatical Christians called Puritans
They condemned the holiday as "pagan", "unbiblical", and having all the "trappings of Roman Popery" (Puritans hated the Catholics). They outlawed Christmas in their domains.
A group of colonizing, English fanatical Christians called Puritans
They condemned the holiday as "pagan", "unbiblical", and having all the "trappings of Roman Popery" (Puritans hated the Catholics). They outlawed Christmas in their domains.
#worldbuilding #storydevelopment #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompts
Yes, theater exists in the Nequinum world, even Masques (court theater). And was also once banned by a puritanical government. The Calazan archipelago is famous for its productions of drama, comedy, & tragedy.
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Yes, theater exists in the Nequinum world, even Masques (court theater). And was also once banned by a puritanical government. The Calazan archipelago is famous for its productions of drama, comedy, & tragedy.
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Authors and Gamemasters, today's world building question!
Is there theatre in your world? Is it common or reserved for the wealthy?
#ttrpg #authors #gamemasters #worldbuilding #storydevelopment #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompts
Is there theatre in your world? Is it common or reserved for the wealthy?
#ttrpg #authors #gamemasters #worldbuilding #storydevelopment #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompts
November 23, 2025 at 9:37 PM
#worldbuilding #storydevelopment #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompts
Yes, theater exists in the Nequinum world, even Masques (court theater). And was also once banned by a puritanical government. The Calazan archipelago is famous for its productions of drama, comedy, & tragedy.
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Yes, theater exists in the Nequinum world, even Masques (court theater). And was also once banned by a puritanical government. The Calazan archipelago is famous for its productions of drama, comedy, & tragedy.
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#Bookvember 23
I think Moll Flanders is my fav unreliable narrator.
I thought it would be a story of redemption, but no, Moll is still a rascal to the end, just a very rich and fortunate rascal now. And I can't help but love her for it.
I think Moll Flanders is my fav unreliable narrator.
I thought it would be a story of redemption, but no, Moll is still a rascal to the end, just a very rich and fortunate rascal now. And I can't help but love her for it.
Welcome to #Bookvember Day 23!
Follow the directions on the prompt card and discuss the tropes we love and hate.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
Follow the directions on the prompt card and discuss the tropes we love and hate.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
November 23, 2025 at 5:22 PM
#Bookvember 23
I think Moll Flanders is my fav unreliable narrator.
I thought it would be a story of redemption, but no, Moll is still a rascal to the end, just a very rich and fortunate rascal now. And I can't help but love her for it.
I think Moll Flanders is my fav unreliable narrator.
I thought it would be a story of redemption, but no, Moll is still a rascal to the end, just a very rich and fortunate rascal now. And I can't help but love her for it.
#NovemberWorldbuilders 23 #queerwriting #lgbtqwriters #writesky #writingcommunity #writingprompts
Gwinthrith is one of Neony's past rulers, and who went through magical gender shifting (mtf) upon gazing in an enchanted pool blessed by the goddess of the wild. She one of Neony's greatest Queens.
Gwinthrith is one of Neony's past rulers, and who went through magical gender shifting (mtf) upon gazing in an enchanted pool blessed by the goddess of the wild. She one of Neony's greatest Queens.
We're talking about our fictional world's history this week, #NovemberWorldbuilders. Tell me about a ruler or leader who made an impact in your world. How are they remembered by those living in the future?
November 23, 2025 at 5:15 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders 23 #queerwriting #lgbtqwriters #writesky #writingcommunity #writingprompts
Gwinthrith is one of Neony's past rulers, and who went through magical gender shifting (mtf) upon gazing in an enchanted pool blessed by the goddess of the wild. She one of Neony's greatest Queens.
Gwinthrith is one of Neony's past rulers, and who went through magical gender shifting (mtf) upon gazing in an enchanted pool blessed by the goddess of the wild. She one of Neony's greatest Queens.
#AwesomeCharacters #WritingCommunity #writesky
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not exactly a group project, and no one disappears. Bethany's quest is to gather stinging nettles to sew into shirts that would break the curse on her family. Her companion trio help, but Beth does the sewing. They also hunt, scavenge or buy food.
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not exactly a group project, and no one disappears. Bethany's quest is to gather stinging nettles to sew into shirts that would break the curse on her family. Her companion trio help, but Beth does the sewing. They also hunt, scavenge or buy food.
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
Your cast is assigned a group project to complete!
Who is doing all the work?
Who disappeared on the first day and hasn't been seen since?
Who is bringing snacks but otherwise hasn't contributed?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
Your cast is assigned a group project to complete!
Who is doing all the work?
Who disappeared on the first day and hasn't been seen since?
Who is bringing snacks but otherwise hasn't contributed?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 23, 2025 at 12:27 AM
#AwesomeCharacters #WritingCommunity #writesky
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not exactly a group project, and no one disappears. Bethany's quest is to gather stinging nettles to sew into shirts that would break the curse on her family. Her companion trio help, but Beth does the sewing. They also hunt, scavenge or buy food.
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not exactly a group project, and no one disappears. Bethany's quest is to gather stinging nettles to sew into shirts that would break the curse on her family. Her companion trio help, but Beth does the sewing. They also hunt, scavenge or buy food.
#characterdevelopment #characterquestion
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Bethany Ivanoff is the odd one out in her adopted family. Being a Bi & Autistic redheaded would make her odd by 1920s small town standards. Her mother (maternal aunt in actuality) loves her unconditionally but is unhelpful like the rest of the family.
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Bethany Ivanoff is the odd one out in her adopted family. Being a Bi & Autistic redheaded would make her odd by 1920s small town standards. Her mother (maternal aunt in actuality) loves her unconditionally but is unhelpful like the rest of the family.
Today's character question!
In your character's family (blood or chosen) who was the odd one out? What was their relationship with them? If it was your character, who in their family was closest to them?
#characterdevelopment #characterquestion #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompt
In your character's family (blood or chosen) who was the odd one out? What was their relationship with them? If it was your character, who in their family was closest to them?
#characterdevelopment #characterquestion #writingcommunity #writersky #writingprompt
November 22, 2025 at 8:37 PM
#characterdevelopment #characterquestion
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Bethany Ivanoff is the odd one out in her adopted family. Being a Bi & Autistic redheaded would make her odd by 1920s small town standards. Her mother (maternal aunt in actuality) loves her unconditionally but is unhelpful like the rest of the family.
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Bethany Ivanoff is the odd one out in her adopted family. Being a Bi & Autistic redheaded would make her odd by 1920s small town standards. Her mother (maternal aunt in actuality) loves her unconditionally but is unhelpful like the rest of the family.
#QueerPrompts 22
Bethany would definitely be a heroine with only her heart. Wealth and power is temporary and fleeting, but hearts are forever to her. It helps that she reads Aesop's Fables, and takes to heart about the lessons of greed (such as in King Midas).
Bethany would definitely be a heroine with only her heart. Wealth and power is temporary and fleeting, but hearts are forever to her. It helps that she reads Aesop's Fables, and takes to heart about the lessons of greed (such as in King Midas).
#QueerPrompts November 22: Would your MC/character rather be a villain with unlimited power and wealth or a hero with only their heart?
November 22, 2025 at 8:29 PM
#QueerPrompts 22
Bethany would definitely be a heroine with only her heart. Wealth and power is temporary and fleeting, but hearts are forever to her. It helps that she reads Aesop's Fables, and takes to heart about the lessons of greed (such as in King Midas).
Bethany would definitely be a heroine with only her heart. Wealth and power is temporary and fleeting, but hearts are forever to her. It helps that she reads Aesop's Fables, and takes to heart about the lessons of greed (such as in King Midas).
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#NovemberWorldbuilders
There used to be a town, at the end of a narrow peninsula, in the far south. It was called Greenwood and there, for a time, there was peace and prosperity between the Humans, the Fairies and the Elenites.
Till it ended in fire.
@kiraofthewind.com
There used to be a town, at the end of a narrow peninsula, in the far south. It was called Greenwood and there, for a time, there was peace and prosperity between the Humans, the Fairies and the Elenites.
Till it ended in fire.
@kiraofthewind.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:38 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
There used to be a town, at the end of a narrow peninsula, in the far south. It was called Greenwood and there, for a time, there was peace and prosperity between the Humans, the Fairies and the Elenites.
Till it ended in fire.
@kiraofthewind.com
There used to be a town, at the end of a narrow peninsula, in the far south. It was called Greenwood and there, for a time, there was peace and prosperity between the Humans, the Fairies and the Elenites.
Till it ended in fire.
@kiraofthewind.com
#NovemberWorldbuilders 22 #Writesky #WritingCommunity #Writing
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In the country of Palamede (Nequinum world), there's the ruins of Helminth; a once proud city infested with corruption, slavery, brutality, inhospitality, greed, vanity, thievery, etc. It was divinely destroyed, with few survivors.
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In the country of Palamede (Nequinum world), there's the ruins of Helminth; a once proud city infested with corruption, slavery, brutality, inhospitality, greed, vanity, thievery, etc. It was divinely destroyed, with few survivors.
It's our next week, #NovemberWorldbuilders! The theme this week is HISTORY in your fictional worlds. To start off with: does your world have any ancient (perhaps long-lost) civilizations? Did they leave ruins behind? Does anyone know what happened to them?
November 22, 2025 at 8:12 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders 22 #Writesky #WritingCommunity #Writing
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In the country of Palamede (Nequinum world), there's the ruins of Helminth; a once proud city infested with corruption, slavery, brutality, inhospitality, greed, vanity, thievery, etc. It was divinely destroyed, with few survivors.
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In the country of Palamede (Nequinum world), there's the ruins of Helminth; a once proud city infested with corruption, slavery, brutality, inhospitality, greed, vanity, thievery, etc. It was divinely destroyed, with few survivors.
#Bookvember 22 #Booksky #Books #Authorsky
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Coraline is (or was) my favorite Heroine's Journey story. It is all about a child breaking free from an abusive, authoritarian adult, something of which I could relate to (though with a school figure, not a family member, in my case).
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Coraline is (or was) my favorite Heroine's Journey story. It is all about a child breaking free from an abusive, authoritarian adult, something of which I could relate to (though with a school figure, not a family member, in my case).
Welcome to #Bookvember Day 22!
Follow the directions on the prompt card and discuss the tropes we love and hate.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
Follow the directions on the prompt card and discuss the tropes we love and hate.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
November 22, 2025 at 7:57 PM
#Bookvember 22 #Booksky #Books #Authorsky
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Coraline is (or was) my favorite Heroine's Journey story. It is all about a child breaking free from an abusive, authoritarian adult, something of which I could relate to (though with a school figure, not a family member, in my case).
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Coraline is (or was) my favorite Heroine's Journey story. It is all about a child breaking free from an abusive, authoritarian adult, something of which I could relate to (though with a school figure, not a family member, in my case).
#AwesomeCharacters #Writesky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
Bethany Ivanoff only allows physical touch with people she's either related to or is comfortable with. Its one of her neurodivergent characteristics.
Bethany Ivanoff only allows physical touch with people she's either related to or is comfortable with. Its one of her neurodivergent characteristics.
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
How does your character feel about physical touch?
Are they fans of a handshake, hug, pat on the back, etc?
Do they prefer to keep their distance?
Does it matter how close they are to the other person?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
How does your character feel about physical touch?
Are they fans of a handshake, hug, pat on the back, etc?
Do they prefer to keep their distance?
Does it matter how close they are to the other person?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 22, 2025 at 12:16 AM
#AwesomeCharacters #Writesky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
Bethany Ivanoff only allows physical touch with people she's either related to or is comfortable with. Its one of her neurodivergent characteristics.
Bethany Ivanoff only allows physical touch with people she's either related to or is comfortable with. Its one of her neurodivergent characteristics.
The real Problem with certain Gays...
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November 21, 2025 at 10:41 PM
#Novmemeber 21
This song is definitely Bethany's vibe.
Wicked Girls Saving Ourselves by Seanan McGuire
youtu.be/Re0YzKE-4xc?...
This song is definitely Bethany's vibe.
Wicked Girls Saving Ourselves by Seanan McGuire
youtu.be/Re0YzKE-4xc?...
November 21, 2025 at 6:31 PM
#Novmemeber 21
This song is definitely Bethany's vibe.
Wicked Girls Saving Ourselves by Seanan McGuire
youtu.be/Re0YzKE-4xc?...
This song is definitely Bethany's vibe.
Wicked Girls Saving Ourselves by Seanan McGuire
youtu.be/Re0YzKE-4xc?...
November 21, 2025 at 6:24 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders 21 #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts #Writesky #WIP #Writing
During the wintertime, when the Great River Shooting Star is frozen, the Neonyian people would skate there, even have ice skating contests, dances, and games.
During the wintertime, when the Great River Shooting Star is frozen, the Neonyian people would skate there, even have ice skating contests, dances, and games.
Howdy, #NovemberWorldbuilders. What special events take place near the river/lake in your fictional world? Do they have any festivals or annual traditions? How do your characters engage with these events?
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders 21 #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts #Writesky #WIP #Writing
During the wintertime, when the Great River Shooting Star is frozen, the Neonyian people would skate there, even have ice skating contests, dances, and games.
During the wintertime, when the Great River Shooting Star is frozen, the Neonyian people would skate there, even have ice skating contests, dances, and games.
#AwesomeCharacters #Writesky #WritingPrompts #WritingCommunity
Aspasia Moschou, a Greek-American teen protag, brings her mother's classic Greek dish.
Macaroni & Kima, which is spaghetti with minced meat sauce, and Parmesan cheese thrown in.
Aspasia Moschou, a Greek-American teen protag, brings her mother's classic Greek dish.
Macaroni & Kima, which is spaghetti with minced meat sauce, and Parmesan cheese thrown in.
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
It is character potluck day! Everyone is gathering for a meal!
What is your character bringing? Do they have a favorite dish/something they make in a pinch?
Bringing ice or crudité is also acceptable!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
It is character potluck day! Everyone is gathering for a meal!
What is your character bringing? Do they have a favorite dish/something they make in a pinch?
Bringing ice or crudité is also acceptable!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM
#AwesomeCharacters #Writesky #WritingPrompts #WritingCommunity
Aspasia Moschou, a Greek-American teen protag, brings her mother's classic Greek dish.
Macaroni & Kima, which is spaghetti with minced meat sauce, and Parmesan cheese thrown in.
Aspasia Moschou, a Greek-American teen protag, brings her mother's classic Greek dish.
Macaroni & Kima, which is spaghetti with minced meat sauce, and Parmesan cheese thrown in.
Reposted by Nectar Vam
#FantasyIndiesNovember
Inspiration
I've talked alot about how music is very inspiring to me.
The Rose book has scenes that were inspired by a foggy morning, a bridge where I went to college, rail fences, and an old mill.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
Inspiration
I've talked alot about how music is very inspiring to me.
The Rose book has scenes that were inspired by a foggy morning, a bridge where I went to college, rail fences, and an old mill.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember
Inspiration
I've talked alot about how music is very inspiring to me.
The Rose book has scenes that were inspired by a foggy morning, a bridge where I went to college, rail fences, and an old mill.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
Inspiration
I've talked alot about how music is very inspiring to me.
The Rose book has scenes that were inspired by a foggy morning, a bridge where I went to college, rail fences, and an old mill.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
Reposted by Nectar Vam
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Town by a lake
On this journey with Rose, Mathias visits a human town bring rebuilt in the middle of a lake. The original town was destroyed completely by magic in the most recent Fairy war, after a long and horrible siege.
@kiraofthewind.com
Town by a lake
On this journey with Rose, Mathias visits a human town bring rebuilt in the middle of a lake. The original town was destroyed completely by magic in the most recent Fairy war, after a long and horrible siege.
@kiraofthewind.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:31 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Town by a lake
On this journey with Rose, Mathias visits a human town bring rebuilt in the middle of a lake. The original town was destroyed completely by magic in the most recent Fairy war, after a long and horrible siege.
@kiraofthewind.com
Town by a lake
On this journey with Rose, Mathias visits a human town bring rebuilt in the middle of a lake. The original town was destroyed completely by magic in the most recent Fairy war, after a long and horrible siege.
@kiraofthewind.com
#Bookvember 20
Exit to Eden by Anne Rice
I'm not really big into BDSM Erotica, but what drew my attention to the story is the fact that both the romantic leads (a cis man and cis woman) are bisexual. And it was published in 1985, when bisexuality wasn't taken seriously, especially in men.
Exit to Eden by Anne Rice
I'm not really big into BDSM Erotica, but what drew my attention to the story is the fact that both the romantic leads (a cis man and cis woman) are bisexual. And it was published in 1985, when bisexuality wasn't taken seriously, especially in men.
Welcome to #Bookvember Day 20!
Follow the directions on the prompt card and explore the many genres readers love.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
Follow the directions on the prompt card and explore the many genres readers love.
#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity
November 20, 2025 at 8:28 PM
#Bookvember 20
Exit to Eden by Anne Rice
I'm not really big into BDSM Erotica, but what drew my attention to the story is the fact that both the romantic leads (a cis man and cis woman) are bisexual. And it was published in 1985, when bisexuality wasn't taken seriously, especially in men.
Exit to Eden by Anne Rice
I'm not really big into BDSM Erotica, but what drew my attention to the story is the fact that both the romantic leads (a cis man and cis woman) are bisexual. And it was published in 1985, when bisexuality wasn't taken seriously, especially in men.
Speak roughly to your little boy, and beat him when he sneezes. He only does it to annoy because he knows it teases. Wow Wow Wow! I speak severely to my boy, I beat him when he sneezes, for he can thoroughly enjoy the pepper when he pleases Wow Wow Wow!
November 20, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Speak roughly to your little boy, and beat him when he sneezes. He only does it to annoy because he knows it teases. Wow Wow Wow! I speak severely to my boy, I beat him when he sneezes, for he can thoroughly enjoy the pepper when he pleases Wow Wow Wow!
#NovemberWorldbuilders 20 #WritingCommunity #amwriting
In the country of Neony, there's the university town of Noredawn, near the River Vigor; and Willowdam village, with its watermills & bridges, near the River Scratch.
In the country of Neony, there's the university town of Noredawn, near the River Vigor; and Willowdam village, with its watermills & bridges, near the River Scratch.
Good day, #NovemberWorldbuilders! What settlements exist along the river or lake in your fictional world? Are they small? Big? A series of small villages or maybe one grandiose castle that dominates the area? Who lives and works around the water?
November 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders 20 #WritingCommunity #amwriting
In the country of Neony, there's the university town of Noredawn, near the River Vigor; and Willowdam village, with its watermills & bridges, near the River Scratch.
In the country of Neony, there's the university town of Noredawn, near the River Vigor; and Willowdam village, with its watermills & bridges, near the River Scratch.
#FantasyIndiesNovember 20 #Booksky #Writers #Authors #Writersky
From my imagination, dreams, history, current events, and from the stories of past and present. And rarely from an epiphany.
From my imagination, dreams, history, current events, and from the stories of past and present. And rarely from an epiphany.
November 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember 20 #Booksky #Writers #Authors #Writersky
From my imagination, dreams, history, current events, and from the stories of past and present. And rarely from an epiphany.
From my imagination, dreams, history, current events, and from the stories of past and present. And rarely from an epiphany.