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oozey mess

if i look back, i am lost
Aqua Utopia|海の底で記憶を紡ぐ
let's talk about Bridgerton tea, my ask is open
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Jar Jar Binks Fan Club

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@whyvaly
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there will never be anything as funny as the mutual disbelief between long form and short form fic writers about each other's style.
short form writers look at people writing 100k+ fics as though this is some sort of talent given as part of a fae bargain, that the commitment required shows some sort of ungodly mental fortitude.
meanwhile long form writers look at people writing 1000 word one shots like god I would cut off my left nipple to be able to say anything concisely. i would love to play with multiple ideas. free me from the shackles of this child I have birthed. i love them but I now must take them to t-ball and doctor's appointments and they're going to destroy everything I own.
I am literally at 7K word count of Ch. 16 of The House At King's Alley and I'm not even at the middle of the chapter, ugh!
Anyways, before getting distracted, here's a snippet of the beginning of that chapter:
Maybe Argilac the Arrogant was having a good laugh at every living soul in the ill-begotten line that came from his poor Argella, Harry thought. The guard in the watchtower beckoned from the window. On the plains, near the Red Watch, a couple of knights stalled on. The squires who remained behind fought against the warm water falling from the leafy branches. Or maybe he would be weeping, he continued. He steered the reins of his white horse to slow its trot. His father was still assessing the situation. At his side, as part of his entourage, sat Blas Swann, the eldest son of Lord Swann. He held a longbow in his hand, with a black quiver on his back, matching the color of his tunic. His white trousers were carefully protected from the black horse's coat. A thin layer of dust rose into the air. He was arguing with the squire of one of the knights who had gone out to march as the first wave of attack.
Alas, no rest for the wicked! See you soon!
Take It Back
@microficmay prompt: Give and Take. WC: 85
"Take it back, Malfoy."
"Give me one good reason I should, Potter."
"Because I wanted to say it first, arsehole."
"Fine, then say it, you brat."
"I can't, you've ruined it."
"You're utterly ridiculous."
"Then why did you say it?"
"Because I'm an idiot, obviously."
"Hey, only I'm allowed to insult you."
"Prat."
"Wanker."
"You've lost the plot."
…
"Don't pout, it's unbecoming someone of your station."
…
"Oh alright, I don't love you. Happy now?"
"Very."
"Good."
"Hey, Malfoy."
"What, Potter?"
"I love you."
2026.05.05
Complete fics posted on AO3 this day
1. No Expense of Spirit on Shame by VAGLO [E, 1k]
Draco and Harry, feeling a bit tipsy, hook up in a shabby bathroom cubicle at a nightclub.
2. Relax, Potter by EllieByrrd [G, 1k]
Harry is obsessed with his job and Draco might be obsessed with him.
The fifth drabble for the Draco Tops Harry Discord Server Monthly drabble challenge!
The prompt was Weakness for 339 words!
Contaminated Lives (339 words) by VAGLO @whyvaly Chapters: 1/1 Fandom: Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Relationships: Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter Characters: Draco Malfoy, Harry Potter Additional Tags: Secret Relationship, Draco Tops Harry Discord Drabble Challenge Series: Part 4 of Many writing challenges Summary: Their lives are contaminated with the clash of their words and their lips.
How to show emotions
Part IX
How to show being delighted
bright, sparkling eyes
smiling or grinning broadly
light, bouncy steps or movements
clapping hands or small, excited gestures
warm blush or flushed cheeks
soft, happy sighs or laughter
jumping up or small hops
eyes crinkling at the corners
open mouth, slightly parted in surprise or joy
leaning forward eagerly
staring at whatever delights them
spinning in a circle
How to show dread
rapid, shallow breathing or sudden gasps
sweaty palms or clammy skin
trembling hands or body
tightened jaw or grinding teeth
furrowed brows, tense forehead
wide, darting eyes or a fixed, unblinking stare
clenched fists or nails digging into skin
stiff, frozen posture or tense muscles ready to react
dry mouth or difficulty swallowing
sudden chills or shivers
heart pounding visibly or audibly (e.g., pounding in ears)
fidgeting or restless movements, pacing
nausea or tightness in the stomach
avoiding eye contact or looking away anxiously
voice trembling or catching in throat if speaking
How to show serenity
slow, deep breathing
soft, gentle smile or neutral, peaceful facial expression
softly gazing
smooth, unhurried movements
hands resting calmly, loosely folded or open palms
even heartbeat/pulse
slight tilt of the head, indicating calm attentiveness
relaxed jaw, no clenching or grinding
steady, balanced posture with relaxed shoulders
soft sigh or contented breath out
minimal fidgeting or twitching
How to show being alarmed
widened eyes
raised eyebrows
dilated pupils
quickened or shallow breathing
heart pounding or racing
trembling or shaking hands
stiffened posture or frozen still
sweating or cold sweat
sudden intake of breath or gasping
paleness or flushed face
lips pressed tightly or quivering
clenched jaw or fists
neck hairs standing on end
fidgeting or restless movements, pacing
mouth slightly open or dry mouth
rapid head movements, scanning surroundings
jumping or flinching suddenly
tightened throat or throat clearing
More: How to write emotions Masterpost
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are you serious............
bro if i have to rebuild top!Draco city, by myself, brick by brick, I WILL
#Please little bird
I love that the modern-day tumblr post equivalent of chain emails only requires me to reblog a relatively pleasant image instead of forward an email to a bunch of my friends and family members to quell my raging anxiety.
Do your thing, little guy.
#Please little bird
I love that the modern-day tumblr post equivalent of chain emails only requires me to reblog a relatively pleasant image instead of forward an email to a bunch of my friends and family members to quell my raging anxiety.
Do your thing, little guy.
no fanfic will tell you this but very deep and old scars feel to the touch like hairless old man skin. like it’s thin and wrinkly and stretches especially if it goes along a curve in your body like the center of the back or the inner armpits or your butt. it’s not a bad texture by any means but it’s not smooth
How to create an atmosphere: Beach
Sight
rolling waves crashing on the shore
seagulls flying overhead
golden sand stretching along the coastline
seashells, driftwood, and seaweed scattered on the beach
people sunbathing, playing, or walking
dogs jumping around the water
a group of people playing volleyball or frisbee
boats on the horizon or surfers in the water
the shimmer of sunlight reflecting on the water
Hearing
the rhythmic crashing of waves
crying seagulls and other coastal birds
children laughing and playing
yelling from groups playing volleyball
the distant hum of boats or jet skis
wind rustling through palm trees or beach grass
vendors selling ice cream, yelling out to their potential customers
footsteps crunching in the sand
Touch
warm, grainy sand beneath your feet
cool ocean water lapping at your ankles
a salty breeze brushing against your skin
smooth pebbles, rough shells, or prickly bits of dried seaweed
the sun's heat on your skin
ice cream cone in hand
dampness from the sea mist or splash of waves
rough skin, dehydrated from the sea water
getting sand in places you wish it wouldn't touch
Smell
salty sea air
the scent of seaweed
the smell of sunscreen
barbecues or food stands nearby (grilled fish, fries)
a faint fishy or musty ocean smell
Taste
salt on your lips from the ocean spray
a hint of sand in all your snacks
fresh seafood from a stall or a nearby restaurant
sweetness from tropical fruit or ice cream
More: How to create an atmosphere
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On writing sexual tension
⊹ standing too close. like just barely not touching. why are their shoulders breathing on each other??
⊹ conversations that sound normal but feel like foreplay. “pass the salt” has never been so loaded.
⊹ one of them says something flirty and the other freezes for 0.2 seconds like “oh.”
⊹ eyes dropping to lips and then—back up. with effort.
⊹ holding eye contact just a little too long. like... are they gonna kiss or duel??
⊹ unintentional physical contact that lasts one second too long and now they’re both broken
⊹ a hand on the small of the back. that’s it. that’s the tweet.
⊹ tension so thick that other characters start noticing like “hey are you two okay?” (they are not)
⊹ “accidental” sleepovers. “oh no there’s only one bed.” yeah. suuuure.
⊹ biting back a smile. biting back a moan. biting anything really.
⊹ one of them walks away and the other has to physically restrain themselves from watching the hips
⊹ lots of sighing. frustrated sighs. horny sighs. “i want to kiss you but I’m emotionally unavailable” sighs.
FANFIC WRITING RESOURCE MASTER POST
so in the spirit of wanting to see writers thrive I've decided to make a big master post of every single resource I use in order to create my works. It can be really hard to find concrete resources and it's frustrating to feel like you just don't know how to do something or how to get started but no worries hopefully you can find answers in this post ^_^
ON WRITING SMUT
› writing resources to keep on hand while you write
The Ultimate Guide to Writing Smut Fic by QuinnAnderson on AO3
The Sexy Thesaurus by Laurel Clark
Lewd Vocabulary in Erotic Fiction Survey by KJ Scott (from a survey done on r/fanfiction)
75+ Ways To Say Heart Pounded by Kathy Steinemann
Ways To Describe Breath & Breathing by Kathy Steinemann (everything on her site is super helpful tbh)
21 Other Words For Vagina by Lisette Marshall
The Gay Sex Positions Guide (be advised this is a photo guide!)
Writing Sex Scenes by Michael La Ronn (video resource)
GENERAL HELPFUL WRITING TOOLS
› things that can help when you feel stuck on certain words, want to avoid repetitive sentences, or check your spelling and grammar
Reverse Dictionary (search for words based on their definition)
Related Words (help you find words related to another word or phrase)
Describing Words (find adjectives)
Words to Use (reference that groups subject related words by parts of speech)
Wordhippo (has synonyms/antonyms/ect based on different definitions)
Netspeak (search for words you don't know yet/internet slang)
OneLook (thesaurus/dictionary)
Fighters Block (overcome writers block by setting it up as a game to achieve a certain word count)
Scribens (lesser known spelling and grammar check but does more! Helps prevent word repetition, rephrasing, vocab enhancement, + other stuff)
THE BASICS OF WRITING
› helpful resources to give you a solid foundation for your writing
7 Fundamentals of Writing by Michael Stover
Fundamentals of Writing by Jim Westergren
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
› this section is books on writing I recommend reading, you can either purchase them or if you know how to pirate you can get them that way too
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King
On Writing Well by William Zinsser
The Elements of Style by William Strunk & E.B. White
Ernest Hemingway on Writing by Larry W. Phillips
The Writers Journey by Christopher Vogler
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