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Free Manual Wheelchair Reference Models

ID: A banner with grey 3D models of 5 kinds of manual wheelchairs in a line in front of the disability pride flag and text that reads "Manual Wheelchair References" /End ID

For disability pride month, I decided to release a pack of 3D manual wheelchair models.

The pack includes 5 wheelchairs:

2 Active urban-style chairs (one of which includes a smart drive)

1 off-road active chair

1 children's wheelchair

and 1 standard "hospital" wheelchair).

All the wheelchairs are based off either wheelchairs I or friends of mine have used

Downloadable here!

or on the Clip Studio Paint Asset Store (ID 2097442) (there's been an issue with the CSP version, but the models in the download folder can be imported into clip studio paint until I can fix it)

More info about the download contents below:

The first download link includes the original .Blend file with all 5 chairs, as well as individual .obj or .fbx files the chairs (All but 1 have an .obj file, as they're only meshes. The chair with the smart drive is rigged, which is why it has an .Fbx file instead so it will retain that information) as well as a "read me" file that explains in more depth what kind of disability/character/lifestyle each chair is made for (These are just what I had in mind when I designed them, they are usable by other characters who don't fit the suggestions for the most part!) I wanted to include the Read Me contents in the CSP Asset Store listing, but CS said it was too long lol.

Also, as the title says, these files are free to use! While it's not mandatory, I would appreciate credit if you use them (or even just a tag so I can see the cool art you make with them!!)

I actually made these ages ago, the original plan was to use them in a series of posts then release the pack, but I never got around to making the series and so they've just been sitting here. I took a day off from art fight attacks to clean them all up and get them ready to post. If you experience any issues, let me know and I'll try to fix it up.

I had a couple more that were supposed to be in the pack including a sports (basketball/Tennis) wheelchair and some different styles of wheelchair, but I think the files corrupted so once I fix (or remake) them, I'll probably make a second pack.

If you have any issues, please let me know!

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An orphan develops the habit of talking to the moon as if it were a parent—just telling it about their day, and occasionally announcing milestones in their life, like their admission to college. Unbeknownst to them, the moon has been listening all along, and it's so very proud.

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If your writing makes you smile, write it.

If your writing makes you think, write it.

If your writing keeps you up at night because you can't get it out of your head, write it.

If your writing turns you on, write it.

If your writing makes you sweat, write it.

If your writing makes your heart race, write it.

You don't need anyone's permission to enjoy writing something. You don't need to cater to an audience you don't already have. Or even one you do have. You don't need to keep to a specific niche because you know your readers like it.

Is that new genre calling out to you but you've never written it, so you're uncertain how it'll turn out? Write it.

Challenge yourself. Have fun. Create create create.

The only one that matters in the end is you. Audiences come and they go. People may be upset if you change what you do, but in the end, do you like it more? Then keep at it.

What you do should make you happy. You'll find a new audience. There'll be an audience for your new writing. Just keep pushing forward.

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN 1.05 'With Interest' (2025 - )

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Is there a process for writing a novel, or does everyone just figure out what works for them? I feel like I’m making it up as I go and wondering if that’s normal.

This is a question that writers, especially new writers, ask across the board. Is there a process, a right way of creating the story, and am I doing it the best way possible?

If you’re interested in efficiency, you might hate the idea of moving full steam ahead on a project without knowing whether you’re using the best process for writing. So many writers provide “helpful” tips like “write every day.” When you think about it, that’s rather a worthless bit of advice, isn’t it? So what if I write every day? Am I writing in the right order? Will it all flow together in the end? What if I write every day, but none of it makes sense?

Well……

I’ve read a lot of books about writing and tried a lot of different processes. I’ve come to the conclusion, based on both research and practice, that there is no specific process for writing a novel. The number of workable processes is as abundant as the number of novels that exist. 

But this is no reason to get discouraged!

We can still glean some wisdom from other writers who have finished novels and use their knowledge to help us finish our own. I love reviewing the details, however great or small, that other writers give to offer glimpses into their personal writing processes. These are some of the quotes that have helped me create my own personal process. I tend to operate in a more intuitive style than a direct, organised approach, feeling personally that a story must unfold naturally in order to flow in a way that makes sense to me. And I personally love the sandbox imagery! It makes the idea of a process seem more playful and far less serious and rigid.

What we can learn from other writers

The beauty of writing is that every author’s journey is unique, yet we can all learn from each other’s experiences. Some of the most insightful wisdom about the writing process comes from those who have walked this path before us. These writers don’t just tell us what to do, they share their personal relationships with the process, their struggles, and their moments of revelation.

What’s particularly striking about these perspectives is how they embrace the messiness and uncertainty of the creative process. Rather than prescribing rigid rules, they offer metaphors and frameworks that can help us understand our own approach to writing. Here are some particularly illuminating quotes that capture different ways of thinking about the writing process:

“I’m writing a first draft and reminding myself that I’m simply shoveling sand into a box so that later I can build castles.” —Shannon Hale

“I long ago abandoned myself to a blind lust for the written word. Literature is my sandbox. In it I play, build my forts and castles, spend glorious time.” —Rabih Alameddine

“I write just about everything piecemeal…It’s effective because it works; I’m never held up stewing about What Comes Next— I don’t care what comes next, I just care about something I can see happening. The order of the happening has a logic to it (often, more than one), and that will become clear to me as I work.” —Diana Gabaldon

“I think there are two types of writers, the architects and the gardeners. The architects plan everything ahead of time, like an architect building a house. They know how many rooms are going to be in the house, what kind of roof they’re going to have, where the wires are going to run, what kind of plumbing there’s going to be. They have the whole thing designed and blueprinted out before they even nail the first board up. The gardeners dig a hole, drop in a seed and water it. They kind of know what seed it is, they know if planted a fantasy seed or mystery seed or whatever. But as the plant comes up and they water it, they don’t know how many branches it’s going to have, they find out as it grows. And I’m much more a gardener than an architect.” —George R. R. Martin

Common writing processes

While there’s no “right” way to write a novel, there are several common approaches that writers tend to gravitate toward. Understanding these can help you find or develop a process that works for you:

The Plotter

Creates detailed plot outlines before writing.

Develops character profiles and backstories.

Maps out story beats and major plot points.

Researches extensively before drafting.

Works from a structured chapter plan.

The Pantser

Starts with a basic premise or character.

Lets the story unfold organically.

Discovers the plot through writing.

Makes notes about story elements as they emerge.

Revises extensively after the first draft.

The Plantser

Combines planning and discovery writing.

Creates loose outlines that allow for flexibility.

Plans major plot points but discovers the connections as they write.

Develops some characters fully while letting others evolve organically.

Adjusts the outline as the story develops.

Finding your process

The key to developing your own writing process is experimentation. Try different approaches and take note of what works best for you:

Start small

Test different methods on short stories.

Try writing scenes both with and without outlines.

Experiment with different planning tools and software.

Practice different prewriting techniques.

Observe your natural tendencies

Notice when you feel most productive.

Pay attention to what blocks your progress.

Identify your preferred writing environment.

Recognise your natural storytelling style.

Adapt and combine methods

Take elements from different approaches.

Modify existing processes to suit your needs.

Be flexible and willing to change methods.

Create hybrid systems that work for you.

Remember, your writing process can and should evolve as you grow as a writer. What works for one project might not work for another, and that’s perfectly fine. The goal is to find methods that help you tell your stories effectively and enjoyably.

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"your love is like loneliness - angsty dialogue for a dying couple

a prompt list by @novelbear

"there's someone else, isn't there?"

"so what, that's it? you're just going to walk away?"

"whatever, do what you want."

"i can't believe i wasted five years of my life on you. on this."

"i don't need this."

"when was the last time we had a proper conversation?"

"everyone is noticing..."

"you always have something to say, don't you?"

"go! see if i care!"

"aren't you tired of fighting?"

"there's no helping this."

"don't you walk away from me!"

"you hang up and it's over."

"enough with the empty threats. you're bluffing."

"i hate the person you're turning me into."

"i never have these problems with anyone else." "then go talk to everyone else! why are you still here?"

"we're not happy. look at us."

"has it ever occurred to you that maybe we're just not meant for each other?"

"you wouldn't fight for us?" "what is there to fight for?"

"i don't understand why you always have a problem with me."

"oh go to hell."

"now you care?"

"no. i got it. i'll do it myself."

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Encouragement for Writers

A list of posts with encouragement for writers. I paraphrased or shortened many of these quotes, so click on each quote to read the full post.

Things that do & don't matter when writing Things that writers need to hear Things you can say instead of “I'm bad at writing” Write it anyway. Protect your joy as a fanfic writer What if nobody likes my story? Write what you want, how you want, when you want. Write what you love and love what you write. Write for yourself. Take your time. Progress is progress, even when it isn't. Creating for you vs. creating for other people Writing as a hobby & just for pleasure Forget social media & just write Writing what you know & what you like [aka how to write like Tolkien] Daydreaming about story ideas vs. writing the story How to go from daydream to draft When you’re not creating Self-care is writing solely for you You can only write regularly if you’re willing to write badly. You get good at things by being bad at them. Someone else has done it worse and been fine There are very few actual truly bad ideas. It doesn’t matter how good or how bad it is. You don’t need to finish everything you write. A good piece of media can reset a creative slump. Caring about fiction Writing the same type of stories over and over again

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I’m a writer, poet, and editor. I share writing resources that I’ve collected over the years and found helpful for my own writing. If you like my blog, follow me for more resources to help with your writing process! ♡

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I think what was most exciting about taking on Steven Grant and Marc Spector and Moon Knight, Mr. Knight, was that there was an ability to use this, you know, superhero genre and Egyptian iconography, superpowers; all this kind of stuff that's exciting and super entertaining and use those things to tell a very internal story. This very, you know, deeply psychological, emotional story of this person uncovering the trauma that they lived through and finding a way to heal. — Oscar Isaac

MOON KNIGHT S01E01 | The Goldfish Problem

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How do I write a character to be a little mean and surly but with hints of softness, without making them annoying?

Ahaha, hello! When I saw your ask, I immediately jumped on it because it's such a fun question! I present to you...

How to Write a Surly (Yet Soft) Character Who ISN'T Annoying

Mean For a Reason + What Makes Them Appear Mean

One thing that is incredibly important when writing characters with a "worse" personality is considering what shaped their personality. Your character should not be rude just because you want them to. Add some background and context to their attitude. Oftentimes, this rudeness serves as a defense mechanism.

Additionally, consider what makes your character appear mean. Do they bully people? Are they inconsiderate of others? Or perhaps do they simply state the truths that people do not want to hear? A "mean" person can look like many things, but not all of them are stereotypical bullies.

Apologies

One of the best ways to showcase character development (in this case, it might be revealing some softness) for a surly character is through apologies.

Having a character who's normally stuck-up, rude, and/or inconsiderate genuinely apologize and realize their wrongdoings is a HUGE moment. It might not cause a monumental shift in the story, but it demonstrates that they feel guilty, responsible, and that they care enough to overcome their pride to apologize.

Awkward, Not Reluctant

A common thing I see when authors write a poor-tempered character apologizing, for example, is that they often seem very reluctant to do so. While the reluctance does make sense because they're doing something they are unfamiliar with, it becomes one of those things that can get annoying when overdone.

So instead of making your character too reluctant to do something nice to someone else, make them more awkward. Reluctance creates a sense that the character doesn't exactly want to be there but is doing it, nonetheless. Although it can seem charming, you don't want your character to appear to be forced to be kind.

However, if you make them more awkward/nervous when apologizing or helping someone, you demonstrate that they WANT to be there, they're genuinely putting effort into trying, despite it still being something that's out of their comfort zone. And honestly? That looks way better.

Avoid The Irrevocable Point

Before I start this, remember that all of these points are my opinion, and this is definitely one of them. If you disagree, that's alright! You're never obligated to listen to everything I say, and many things depend on context!

When writing a poor-tempered character, it's easy to get carried away. Despite that, I suggest being careful about the actions they take. No matter how rude they are, they should not go past a point that's unredeemable for them. Now, this point depends on many factors, but as the author, hopefully you can tell. It's just generally harder to rebuild their reputation as a character and any attempts to do so later on may seem insincere if done incorrectly.

Subtle Actions

Realistically speaking, it's hard for someone to admit something they're uncomfortable with admitting. This applies to your character: verbal forms of kindness are often more difficult for "mean" characters to express.

Thus, I suggest using small, subtle actions to show that they care. It doesn't have to be saving a child from a building on fire or even helping an old grandma cross the road. It can be something like paying for a friend's meal without asking, leaving a bottle of water on an athlete's bench, or just listening to someone.

Pattern of Softness

A surly character is, by definition, not the nicest person, and they are definitely not going to be nice to everyone, ESPECIALLY in the beginning.

What makes your character feel empathetic/sympathetic towards someone? It could be an event someone went through, a few key traits, or their general personality that makes your mean character turn soft. They will not be soft towards everyone, but they might act nicer to those that fall into those specific categories.

It might help to remember that we tend to feel bad towards people who have experienced something similar to us. If it's not something we can't relate to very well, we'll feel less sorrow on the other's behalf.

Don't Make It Forced

When I say "don't make it forced", I mean it in two ways.

For starters, please don't force your character into being extra rude or being nice. You want it to be as natural as possible; remember that you determine your character!

However, I also mean that you should make your character feel forced to be nice. If they wish to correct past mistakes, then yes, there should be solid motivation, but don't force them into feeling like they have to change.

Remember: the key to all this is genuity. An annoying character, no matter their trope, often appears annoying if they lack sincereness.

I hope this helped!

Happy writing~

3hks <3

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The willow woman.

Photo taken by The Henge Shop, Avebury.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) Daredevil: Born Again (2025 - ) 1.05

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Every writer has that one story that they don't even intend to write down anymore, but that is forever stuck in their brain.

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hi! do you know how to show the progression of a relationship (from strangers to friends to that awkward stage of not yet dating but mutual feelings)?

Writing Ideas: Relationship Progression

Create a Relationship Arc

Static characters produce static storylines.

Just as your main plot needs an arc from beginning to end, so do the relationships between your characters.

Readers respond to dynamic characters who change over the course of a story.

Examples of dynamic main characters include Shakespeare’s Hamlet and Charles Dickens’ Ebenezer Scrooge.

When a dynamic character changes, their relationships with the different characters in the story also change.

If you load your novel or screenplay with dynamic characters, you’ll find all sorts of occasions for both internal change and interpersonal arcs.

A character arc is how a character grows or changes through the story. And a relationship arc is how a relationship grows or changes through the story.

Kinds of Relationship Arcs

Two directions a relationship can grow:

Closer, through love and respect (Positive)

Apart, through dislike and disrespect (Negative)

Two ways this can happen:

The relationship changes

The relationship remains steadfast (strengthening in resolve)

While we can get more complicated and specific from there, at the most basic level, any relationship should, theoretically, fit into this breakdown.

Tip: Consider Specific Labels to Map the Arc

It's useful to look at generalities and the basics, but it can also be helpful to get more specific.

One of the influences of September C. Fawke's post, came from her running into people online who would identify tropes like this:

Enemies to lovers

Friends to lovers

Lovers to exes

. . . and she realized they were essentially describing relationship arcs.

She advises that it might be helpful to look at the relationship arc in your story, and map it out in a similar way:

Strangers -> best friends Enemies -> allies Allies -> rivals Brothers -> enemies Friend -> frienemy Classmates -> found family

Read the full article here with some examples.

The Relationship Trajectories Framework

A metatheoretical framework that conceptualizes how human mating relationships develop across their complete time span, from the moment two people meet until the relationship ends.

The framework depicts relationships as arc-shaped evaluative trajectories that vary on 5 dimensions:

shape (which includes ascent, peak, and descent),

fluctuation,

threshold,

composition, and

density.

Read the full article & some related articles here: 1 2 3 4

3 Basic Layers in a Relationship

Chemistry

Commonality

Compatibility

Read the full article here, which focuses on the creation and execution of a love story: two people meeting, discovering they really like each other, and deciding to stay together for the foreseeable future. They include common tropes for inspiration, some pitfalls you can avoid, and more helpful information.

Sources: 1 2 3 4 5 ⚜ More: References ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

Hi, here are some tips and references that you may use as a guide to create your character's relationship progression. There are a variety of tips from different sources. Choose which ones you would prefer to use in your specific story, and find more details and examples in the links. Hope this helps with your writing!

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Do you have any writing tips to share? I really love your sentence structures and greatly admire you as a writer

oh my god—thank you so much, angel?? that means the world to me, truly. i’m gonna treasure that in my lil writer heart forever.

and YES absolutely, here are some writing tips that have helped me so much:

1. vary your sentence lengths for rhythm.

short sentences hit. longer ones, especially when they spiral through thought or emotion, build momentum. mixing them creates a natural cadence that keeps your reader engaged and makes the emotions feel real and lived-in.

2. repetition = power.

repeating a word or phrase on purpose can emphasize urgency, grief, desire—whatever you need. (“she said no. no. no.” vs “she refused.”) don’t be afraid to break technical rules if it makes the moment land harder.

3. write like you’re confessing something.

the best writing feels intimate. sometimes i ask myself: what would this character never say out loud—but think when they’re alone? that’s where the magic is.

4. let the emotional beats breathe.

sometimes what you don’t say hits harder. instead of “she cried for hours,” try: “the floor was cold beneath her knees. still, she didn’t move.”

5. use contrasts to create impact.

“she was smiling when she said it. but her hands were shaking.” those emotional contradictions?? that’s gold.

6. your voice matters more than perfect grammar.

if it feels good when you read it aloud, it is good. rules are helpful, but style is what makes people remember you.

and most importantly:

7. don’t edit while you write.

you wouldn’t tell someone to fix their house while they’re still building it. write messy. write ugly. you can make it pretty later.

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Matt Murdock's hot Irish accent is a blessing to the world and a blessing to my ears

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Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 Episode 05 - With Interest