#fanseries tip

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Fanseries Tip #1

If a character speaks in a particular dialect, language, or accent, show us with subtlety! Adding excessive honorifics, scattered words in other languages, or sounding the accent out distracts from the meat of the writing and can cause confusion. In a worst case scenario, doing so might even be offensive. 

Trust that your readers will pick up on how the character speaks by using dialogue tags that imply an accent, local slang, or more realistic language mixups. This ensures that your story is the true star of the show, rather than distracting people as they try to figure out exactly what your character is trying to say.

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Fanseries Tip #2

We are a close knit community, small and social, and you get out what you put in. Want your writing, artwork, and other creative endeavors to be recognized? Be active in the community, and breathe positivity into it. Support and help others when they are in the spotlight, and when it is your time to shine, others will return the favor!

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Fanseries Tip #3

You don’t have to write what you know, but know what you write! Before you tackle a theme you’re not completely knowledgeable about... or even one you’re confident you are... take some time to do research. It can sound boring, sure, but there are many ways to make it interesting, such as talking to an expert, finding fun (preferably sourced) websites on the material, watching videos, and going out and trying things in the field. Doing the extra work will be evident in your fanseries, and makes it more than worth it!