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Stephanie’s use of imagery is impressive and I want to be just like her when I grow up.🙂 I really like your draft and I especially like the line about the kids “tucking their heads beneath their parents airborne snores” It really creates the image of these kids sneaking out and also injects some humor. And you really capture the moodiness of their adventure just by using the blue color scheme. Thanks!
I liked your flash fiction, it reminded me of camping in the woods far from civilaztion and all you see is the sky going to dark blue. I often get the inspiration of my stories from images that flash in my brain at the most mundane moments of the day, like doing the dishes or waiting to pick up my kids. Imagery often is one those aspects of fiction I enjoy, like painting my story with just the right words. Thanks I enjoyed your video a lot!
Thank you so much, I'm glad the story brought an image to mind for you. I also get inspiration from small flashes in my mind. It's amazing how those mindane moments can just allow a little bit of creativity to make it's way through!
Thanks for the video Kieren. Still trying to find that spark to start writing again. Currently reading Catcher in the Rye, it’s a good book that’s giving me some ideas.
This video reminded me of a quote by Spike Milligan about radio that went something like: "the pictures are better because they happen on the other side of your eyes." Really enjoyed your flash piece as well. Keep up the good work!
Great video. This imagery can work like seasoning on a bland text, so the text doesn't necessarily need to be reworked to improve it. It's more like a change of tone.
I guess it's a matter of taste, but by "...high vaulted ceilings," I'd have been out of there. That prose has veered irrevocably into the purple zone. The smilies don't land for me, and I'm not pulled into the scene. The language does not function to 'show' his style of oration, nor does it provide subtext, hinting as the character's misbelief. I'm at a loss to understand what the writer is trying to achieve with that imagery.
I’m not expert but I’ll give you my thoughts - you can use brand names and stuff, that shouldn’t be a problem. The only time you might get into trouble is if you use names (especially of people) in a disparaging way. Even then it’s very unlikely I think.
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You are the only writing channel I watch religiously. Thank you for creating these videos!
Thanks so much for watching them! ☺️ I really appreciate that.
Right here with you 😃
Hey man that bit of flash gave me that feeling in my stomach that I get when I can feel the magic of good writing. Nice one
This is the absolute best kind of feedback, thank you so much ☺️
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Stephanie’s use of imagery is impressive and I want to be just like her when I grow up.🙂 I really like your draft and I especially like the line about the kids “tucking their heads beneath their parents airborne snores” It really creates the image of these kids sneaking out and also injects some humor. And you really capture the moodiness of their adventure just by using the blue color scheme. Thanks!
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! I agree though, I'd like to be like Stephanie when I grow up too ☺️
I liked the flash piece, invoked a beautiful image for me!
Thank you ☺️ I liked how it came out, a bit more magical than my usual stuff, it was a nice change!
That was amazing! I could see the whole scene like a movie!
Thank you! Imagery works wonders for stories for sure :)
The right tips at the right moment :)
Love some of these descriptions: 'as tall as my longing for home' and 'plump on other people's grief' (might not have quoted these 100% correctly!)
I loved those too, I love having a reason to write them down and talk about them 😂
@@KierenWestwoodWriting Definitely!
Another great video on imagery. Thank you.
Dude your videos are amazing! So helpful. Getting me inspired.
Thanks so much! I always love to hear my stuff has helped a fellow writer 🙂
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I liked your flash fiction, it reminded me of camping in the woods far from civilaztion and all you see is the sky going to dark blue. I often get the inspiration of my stories from images that flash in my brain at the most mundane moments of the day, like doing the dishes or waiting to pick up my kids. Imagery often is one those aspects of fiction I enjoy, like painting my story with just the right words. Thanks I enjoyed your video a lot!
Thank you so much, I'm glad the story brought an image to mind for you. I also get inspiration from small flashes in my mind. It's amazing how those mindane moments can just allow a little bit of creativity to make it's way through!
Thank you for the tips
Outstanding content.
Thank you for watching! ☺️
Thanks for the video Kieren. Still trying to find that spark to start writing again. Currently reading Catcher in the Rye, it’s a good book that’s giving me some ideas.
I enjoyed that book too, I think it’s a good example of a character driven novel ☺️ hang in there mate, it will come back, the spark is elusive 😕
Love that description of Aunt Ruda. I might need to steal that book for my tbr pile 🥰📚
You’re very welcome to it ☺️☺️☺️❤️
I LOVE THESE SO MUCH
Thank you! 😁
Ahhh I love this!! So useful and your videos always make me want to sit down and write!
Ahh thank you! That's exactly what I wanna do! 🙂
This video reminded me of a quote by Spike Milligan about radio that went something like: "the pictures are better because they happen on the other side of your eyes."
Really enjoyed your flash piece as well. Keep up the good work!
That’s the perfect way to put it I think ☺️
Thanks mate, appreciate that as always! Hope all’s good with you.
Great video. This imagery can work like seasoning on a bland text, so the text doesn't necessarily need to be reworked to improve it. It's more like a change of tone.
Absolutely! Great way to look at it I think.
Great advice. I definitely need more practice with imagery 🤣 because all your examples sound magical and just take me away 😍.
They did that for me too, it’s such a good collection of stories and I love the magic in the everyday ☺️
I LOVE your channel Kieren. Thank you for your brilliant writing insights and guidance.
Thanks so much! You're too kind 🙂
Loved it!!!
Thank you!
Can't find the link to the collection you're discussing. Need to add it to the other million books I want to read! 😂
Here it is: amzn.to/3xOIAu3 🙂 Hayley has already nabbed my copy for her TBR!
@@KierenWestwoodWriting I'm not surprised! It sounds excellent 😊
Great video, too!
I guess it's a matter of taste, but by "...high vaulted ceilings," I'd have been out of there. That prose has veered irrevocably into the purple zone. The smilies don't land for me, and I'm not pulled into the scene. The language does not function to 'show' his style of oration, nor does it provide subtext, hinting as the character's misbelief. I'm at a loss to understand what the writer is trying to achieve with that imagery.
Unrelated question: When it comes to copyright in writing like Walmart or Abraham Lincoln, can i put this in my writing, or do i need permission
I’m not expert but I’ll give you my thoughts - you can use brand names and stuff, that shouldn’t be a problem. The only time you might get into trouble is if you use names (especially of people) in a disparaging way. Even then it’s very unlikely I think.
Those examples are confusing 🤔