From The Dead I Rise

Hi, I’m Poppy Cat! I’m a writer and I’m revamping this account (formerly @ill_write_when_im_dead) Main WIP: Counterparts

[poppycat-writes]

WIP introduction! Old followers might remember this m, but it’s been revamped. I need to go back through the old tag and delete the posts that no longer are relevant/accurate. I’ll use the same tag— #counterparts wip— so post progress on this.

Hope y’all enjoy and feel free to ask questions! I’m going to make a character introduction post next.

[poppycat-writes]

Counterparts character intro post! Art is by my good friend @the-honey-badger-boi (I love you)

Feel free to ask questions!

[the-honey-badger-boi]

My friend has such cool ocs!!

[poppycat-writes]

You’re too nice ❤️

[poppycat-writes]

Counterparts character intro post! Art is by my good friend @the-honey-badger-boi (I love you)

Feel free to ask questions!

[melloncolliegalaxies]

[ad-wills]

[davnittbraes]

[colubrina]

for the love of god, write all the self-indulgent scenes you want.  be utterly  shameless about including every last fantasy.  i know everyone likes to share quotes and quips about how miserably hard writing is, but please please try thinking of it as a joyful act where you get to be a messy human who makes art rather than some pain filled quest for icy perfection.

[write-on-world]

[isabellebissonrouthier]

What if I just *ties you to your desk chair* force you to write

[write-on-world]

[imastoryteller]

Understanding Internal Conflict in Storytelling

Internal conflict is a vital tool in storytelling, enriching characters and deepening narrative impact. Understanding and effectively using internal conflict can transform a good story into a compelling, unforgettable one.

Introduction to Internal Conflict

Definition: Internal conflict refers to a psychological struggle within a character, often involving emotions, desires, or beliefs.

Purpose: It adds depth to characters, making them more relatable and complex.

Types of Internal Conflict

Moral Dilemmas: Situations where a character must choose between right and wrong, often with no clear answer.

Emotional Struggles: Conflicts arising from feelings like love, guilt, fear, or jealousy.

Identity Crises: Moments when characters question who they are or what they believe in.

Conflicting Desires: When a character's wants or needs are at odds with each other.

Examples of Internal Conflict

Classic Literature: Hamlet's indecision about avenging his father's death.

Modern Fiction: Katniss Everdeen's struggle between her survival instincts and her growing sense of rebellion in "The Hunger Games".

Film: Frodo Baggins grappling with the burden of the One Ring and its corrupting influence in "The Lord of the Rings".

Importance of Internal Conflict

Character Development: Drives growth and transformation, showing how characters evolve.

Engagement: Keeps readers invested in the character’s journey by creating empathy and tension.

Theme Exploration: Allows writers to explore complex themes like morality, identity, and human nature.

Crafting Internal Conflict

Believability: Ensure the conflict is realistic and relatable to the audience.

Depth: Give characters more than one internal conflict to make them richer and more interesting.

Resolution: Show how characters resolve or cope with their internal struggles, even if it’s not a happy ending.

Questions to Consider

What is the character’s main internal struggle?

How does this conflict affect their decisions and actions?

In what ways does the internal conflict drive the story forward?

[sourdough-seal]

“how did you get into writing” girl nobody gets into writing. writing shows up one day at your door and gets into you

[sanguinarysanguinity]

Expanding a thought from a conversation this morning:

In general, I think "Is X out-of-character?" is not a terribly useful question for a writer. It shuts down possibility, and interesting directions you could take a character.

A better question, I believe, is "What would it take for Character to do X?" What extremity would she find herself in, where X starts to look like a good idea? What loyalties or fears leave him with X as his only option? THAT'S where a potentially interesting story lies.

In practice, I find that you can often justify much more from a character than you initially dreamed you could: some of my best stories come from "What might drive Character to do [thing he would never do]?" As long as you make it clear to the reader what the hell pushed your character to this point, you've got the seed of a compelling story on your hands.

[alinacapellabooks]

Are you the writer who carefully chooses OC names for their meanings, or are you the writer who picks whatever sounds good?

[nczaversnick]

[abiteofhoney-deactivated2025030]

looking for writeblr accounts to follow!!!

Hi, my name is Xena! I want to follow fellow writers whose stories I can enjoy and learn from! please interact with this post if you’re a writer account - even if you don’t post your writing!! even if you just post about your writing experiences!!! i want to follow you all! let’s be friends <3

[poppycat-writes]

Hello! I’m also looking for writeblr accounts!

[poppycat-writes]

I’m back, homies. I was in middle school last time I posted on here, and I now graduate with my B.A. next spring. Time sure flies. Anyway, follow me on instagram at @poppycat.writes and welcome back to the chaos.

Should I tag the original counterparts tag list lol (are y’all still even here?)

[poppycat-writes]

Yeah I’m bringing back the six year old tag list

Just ask to be added/removed lol

@puffyswritings @musicofglassandwords @velvetinewitch @beanenigma @livvywrites

These are the only ones off the tag list I can still find lol

[poppycat-writes]

I’m back, homies. I was in middle school last time I posted on here, and I now graduate with my B.A. next spring. Time sure flies. Anyway, follow me on instagram at @poppycat.writes and welcome back to the chaos.

Should I tag the original counterparts tag list lol (are y’all still even here?)