I'm Writing a Book

Discussion in 'Off Topic Discussion' started by Kythol, Oct 24, 2014.

  1. Kythol

    Kythol ok Moderator VIP

    So yeah. The title is true. I'm going to be writing a full-fledged Dystopian book. Think of it as kind of like Divergent... but without a shitty ending and without factions (no spoilers plzerino).

    I just need some character names at this point and I'll be off to writing. If anyone wants to pitch in a few, feel free! I'll be updating you guys as I progress with the book.
     
  2. Kythol

    Kythol ok Moderator VIP

    Also, please be serious. I'd like to have serious names in my book and not "420blazeityoloswag mc69er" as a character.
     
  3. The Seventh

    The Seventh Bloom. VIP

    I think a little bit of background on some characters or at least a general idea of their role in the story would make it much easier to choose a good name.

    Best of luck with the book!
     
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  4. Mr Butters

    Mr Butters For a few to be immortal, many must die. VIP

    Do you want regular names like Ben or something a little more creative and somewhat sci-fi ish like Aurora
     
  5. Taco_Rocket

    Taco_Rocket G-G-G-Godmin VIP


    Now I have to think a little harder. You took the one that I was thinking of.
     
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  6. Kythol

    Kythol ok Moderator VIP

    Whatever sounds good!
     
  7. Machinekiller00

    Machinekiller00 I <3 Gunter VIP Silver

    I can't wait to see how this turns out. Good luck with the book :)
     
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  8. Linkthedinosaur

    Linkthedinosaur Self Proclaimed Master of the No Scope VIP

    Joel.

    I love that name!
     
  9. Espurr

    Espurr #AlwaysStabEspurr Administrator VIP

    If any of the characters name is Sharkiesha I will burn the boom
     
  10. 4sea

    4sea VIP

    Seeing I've been where you are at (I've started writing a book)
    I'll give you some tips and tricks:

    • for names, just look at the genre you want to write about, and browse on the internet. (I always enjoy finding a name that has some legacy or ties to the subject)
    • Work out your main characters in advance.. Work out how their personalities are, how they react to certain things and write that shit down! Else you will always end up having to think about every single reaction (if you wanna keep it authentic)
    • Work out your main storyline, make sure you know your ending and plot.
    • Make a storyboard before you begin. Just starting a book with no direction is simply asking for a writersblock. So as example : Main char in city growing up with uncle and aunt --> Main char gets visitor --> Harry, you're a wizard --> off to school with magical train.
    You honestly will have to live, eat and breathe your story for it to become 'alive'.
    Describe atleast 1 different 'sense' in every paragraph. (smell, sound, touch...)
    Describe mundain things too, like how the light influences a room.. You might see this in your head, but your reader won't have the same picture unless you describe it.
    Do not describe too much though, have you tried reading the lord of the rings.. It's the one example where the movie is actually better :p
     
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  11. Darth West

    Darth West I am Darth West, Dark Lord of the Sith. VIP

    I was reading this and I was was impressed by how much good advice you were giving and the amount that you put into it. But I have to disagree on your statement above, the movies fail in comparison to the books. They don't have the depth that the books have, and does not give the entire plot. The main reason that the movies are so successful is because of the amount of detail that the books give. The details allows the movies to be very precise and give accurate portraits of the characters, nations, and overall atmosphere. Other than that I was impressed by your post.

    Also good luck to you Kythol.
     
  12. Muffin

    Muffin Fresh Baked VIP

    I honestly couldn't suggest any names that wouldn't be taken directly drone game of thrones. I'm a bit of a fan girl. I wish you luck though, and I'd like to see how the story progresses.
     
  13. Kythol

    Kythol ok Moderator VIP

    Alright guys, update 1 time!

    Thank you all for the suggestions.

    Inserted:
    Joel

    Working on:
    Storyboard (thank you for the suggestion forcie!)

    Finished:
    First chapter of Rough Draft #1 ( just an introduction, but it's something)
    How it's going to end (not written, but will be located on my storyboard)
    Title of book (will keep secret until done with Rough Draft)

    So far, a list of characters:
    Porter Lowe - Main character
    Ross - Best friend of main character
    Joel - Best friend of main character
    Rachel - Love interest of main character, ends up becoming best friend of main character
    Blair - Head scientist (will come into play in middle of book)

    Keep the suggestions coming guys!
     
  14. Muffin

    Muffin Fresh Baked VIP

    I always liked the name Watson. Don't know why.
     
  15. Serious Lawyerbot

    Serious Lawyerbot Supporter

    If you are gonna describe use a bit of vocabulary about it. Simple and complex. When introducing something that is new explain it just a tad bit if its rather complex. Slang? Depends.
     
  16. Serious Lawyerbot

    Serious Lawyerbot Supporter

    Head scientist? Do you mean clinically persuasive person? Albert fish i recommend looking up for that stuff...
     
  17. LionDoge

    LionDoge (◕‿◕) VIP

    jkjk. Matt? xD
     
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  18. But what if Matt turns out to be a total dick?

    Speaking of which, how about Dick?
     
  19. LionDoge

    LionDoge (◕‿◕) VIP

    Ethan could work too!
    Make Ethan the bad guy pls
     
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  20. Kythol

    Kythol ok Moderator VIP

    Okay. He like, runs the whole science part of the city. That is what I mean by "Head scientist."