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Book Review | The Sun is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Summary:

Natasha is being deported to Jamaica tomorrow. She can try to change her fate and make just one person change their mind, but she knows that it’s not realistic. She likes likes to have things to an exact science. Things like love can’t exist, as there isn’t a formula that can make it.

Daniel is a dreamer and he can’t help it. Even with his strict Korean family and his…

Not like actual facts where there are professionals who can answer with universal answers, but just non-writer stuff.

Like how do non-writers write in a diary/journal? Mine is detailed as hell, but I’m not sure if that’s normal or because I’m a writer. Why do non-writers people-watch? I do it to learn about different types of people so I can create different types of characters; I’ve never known a different reason. Do people with hobbies that aren’t typically turned into a career (like people who collect things) stay up during odd hours of the night in order to make time for their hobby?

I’ve been tagged by @sometimes-writing

1. Do you use paper and pen, a computer, or a combination?

I kind of use a combination. I usually write my outlines, rough drafts, and extra scenes with paper and pen. If I go beyond the first draft, I do it on a computer. Also, if I post it, I obviously do that on a computer.

2. Do you have any OCs you want to build on? Why?

I don’t have any OCs I want to build on. The answer to question 6 will explain this.

3. What type of character is your favorite to read?

My favorite type of character to read is the one who can make you laugh during a serious scene, whether they’re trying to be funny or not.

4. What is the hardest type of character to write?

The hardest type of character for me to write are ones with a lot of friends. When I say this, I mean that they don’t just hang out with their circle of 5 (give or take a few) friends. As a contemporary writer,  it’s hard for me to remember to accommodate time to all of their friends as one would in real life.

5. Do you have any OCs that you want to kill off? Why?

I don’t have any OCs that I want to kill off because they’re my friends lol. That and the fact that they’re mostly teenagers.

6. How do you create OCs? Based off a person? Random thoughts?

Usually, I think of characters before I think of a story. My characters already come to me, fully developed, so I don’t necessarily “create” them, but they’re not base off of anything. I write them down so other people can see who my characters are, but all of my characters are safe in my head. I don’t know what I would do if I had to sit there and decide every little detail about my characters. I’m so sorry for you guys.

7. Do you have any rituals you go through before writing?

Not really, unless you count procrastinating.

8. Do you have a drink with you when settling down? If so, what is it?

Yes, a bottle of water. I go through at least 9 of those bad boys a day.

9. What AUs do you have going? Are they only going in your head, or are any of them written?

I’m still working on my WIP, Hey Di: Freshman Freakout. I have another idea, but it hasn’t gone anywhere besides the few ideas I have in my head.

10. What character of yours is the most fun to write?

She doesn’t have a story as of right now, but I have a character named Jade that I really enjoy writing. I love how she doesn’t care how people think and just does what she wants to do. I had a story for her in 8th grade, but I don’t like the story anymore, so I trashed the book and am still trying to find a reason to write her again (even if she’s just a side character).

I tag @parisbarnes14, @noodle-writes, and @relatableteenwriter (only if you want to, of course) and anyone else who wants to do this!

1. Do you share your writing with your friends/family?

2. Do you have a specific place where you prefer to write? Where is it?

3. What is your favorite book to movie adaption?

4. Which character of yours do you enjoy writing the most?

5. How many WIPs have you completed?

6. Do you listen to music while you write? If so, what kind?

7. Which genre do you enjoy writing the most and why?

8. How old were you when you started writing?

9. What is/are your favorite book(s)?

Book Review | The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Summary

Starr grew up in a mostly poor black neighborhood. She also goes to Williamson Prep, a predominately white private school. After watching her friend, Khalil, get shot by a white police officer during a traffic stop, her life feel like a puzzle without any matching pieces. As she struggles with using her voice, she learns the importance of pride. Is “Thug Life” just a couple…

Monthly Update | October 2018

Hi hey hello it’s already time for the monthly update for October and I’ve barely done anything.

Reading

I’ve read a total of two books.

Two.

Things are just dandy.

Th1rteen R3asons Why by Jay Asher

The Unwritten Rule by Elizabeth Scott

I’m currently reading The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, will finish by the end of the month, and will have a book review written for you guys on Wednesday!

Writing

Book Review | The Kissing Booth by Beth Reekles

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

Summary

Elle and Lee have been best friends since birth. They’ve done everything together, including sharing birthday parties. While working at a kissing booth for school, Elle ends up locking lips with Lee’s older brother, Noah. The Kissing Booth by Beth Reekles not only tells the tale of Noah and Elle’s budding relationship, but also how they keep it from Lee.

Review

I want to begin…

Being a Teen Writer

If you’re here for advice for being a teen writer, I’ll get that over with so you can get on with your day. There’s only one secret that you should know on how to be a real teen writer, and I’m going to give it to you: write. That’s it. No special formula. No virgin blood that you have to shed. You only have to write.

Now, for the real reason that I’m writing this post. I want to share my…