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P1 -Types of Scarcity in Post-Apocalyptic Fiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Survival Elements in Dystopian Worlds

Understanding the Types of Scarcity

Material Resources: First, start with food, water, fuel, and ammo. Once you have the basics, move to less commonly thought-about things like batteries, clothing, scrap metal, and wood.

Skills and Knowledge: Doctors, engineers, survival experts, and mechanics would be some people worth knowing or being in a post-apocalyptic world. What if there were none?

Emotional Resources: Once the world goes to hell, trust and community become resources. Surviving sometimes means getting along with others; you'll want all parties to mean it. Getting fed to a zombie so someone can escape sounds like no fun. 

Information: Who are you going to let hold the map for you? Things can get harder on your team if it gets stolen, left behind, or destroyed. In a world without GPS, information is a resource; let's face it, you must trust its handler. 

This is part one of a five-part writing guide to post-apocalyptic scarcity. Tune in next time for a more in-depth breakdown of scarcity and who makes the decisions? Not me, that's for sure. I'd probably be the one used as zombie bait first.

-Indigo Everly

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Pathetic Fallacy

Something I Learned Today, and I Wish to Share Here to Help Anyone:

Use Your Setting to Add Emotional Depth: A Guide to Pathetic Fallacy

What is Pathetic Fallacy?

Pathetic fallacy is when features of inanimate nature are given human feelings or characteristics.

It is a powerful tool to express a character's feelings using the surroundings, creating an atmosphere without explicitly stating what the characters feel.

Using Nature to Echo Emotions:

Despair and Loss: The vivid colors of surroundings might turn gray, or a relentless drizzle may cast the landscape in gloom when a character is overwhelmed by despair. These subtle changes deepen the emotional connection for readers.

Anger and Turmoil: Incorporate dynamic elements like a thunderstorm to reflect intense emotions. The violent winds and sharp flashes of lightning mirror the inner turbulence of the character, making the turmoil palpable.

Reflection and Sorrow: For softer emotions, use elements like a gentle breeze through leaves or a thick fog. These details not only set the mood but also draw readers into experiencing the character's quiet sorrow.

Practical Tips for Writers:

Identify the Emotion: Clearly understand the emotion you want to convey.

Choose Suitable Elements: Select environmental details that naturally reflect or enhance this emotion, such as weather conditions, landscape features, or the state of inanimate objects.

Integrate Subtly: Blend these elements into the narrative subtly. They should support and not overwhelm the emotional tone of the scene.

Why Use Pathetic Fallacy?

Pathetic fallacy does more than decorate a scene; it connects readers to your character's emotional journey, making the story immersive and moving.

By aligning the external environment with the character’s internal state, you create a unified narrative that resonates deeply with readers.

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If I could learn anything I would choose to learn every language. As a human being, we have our limitations and boundaries in life including knowledge. Perhaps other remarkable people in the history or in our current generation have a privilege and the knowledge to learn more than 5 or more languages but not everyone could learn every language that exist around the world. As a Language Studies student, these will give me the ability to communicate effectively with people from all over the world that would open up countless opportunities for personal growth, cultural exchange, and understanding. It could help me connect with people on a deeper level, build stronger relationships, and make a positive impact on the world. I believe positivity, willingness, motivation, and interaction are the most powerful resources you could have to learn something new in your life.

By Kemberly Zaulda | September 21, 2024

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Title: Crafting Compelling Non-Fiction Narratives: The Art of True Stories

Non-fiction storytelling holds immense power, offering readers a window into real-life experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Crafting compelling narratives from true stories requires a blend of factual accuracy and engaging storytelling. Let’s explore the art of weaving true events into captivating non-fiction narratives. Understanding the Essence of Non-Fiction Narratives Non-fiction…

[thecpdiary]

The Creative Writing Industry

It's a while since I wrote anything about my books. I first got into blogging by accident when months in and I found out about Cerebral Palsy for the first time. Since then I have gone on to write 3 books and have been published three times. Roll on to 2023 and the creative writing industry looks and feels different to when I first started writing my first book.

Brexit has hit the creative industries including the book and animation industries The UK had already got Brexit done and then the world spiralled into a pandemic. And while the book industry was ticking over, the book industry is changed and the independents are struggling to get their voices heard.

Social media is awash with authors trying to get their books out I can't speak for other authors on their experiences, but I can walk you through my experiences. Social media is awash with independent authors trying to get their books out to anyone who will pay them attention.

Unless you're a celebrity your voice goes unheard. My books are no exception, but they also deal with mental health and mental health is being ignored worldwide.

My 'Books'

When I first penned pen to paper to write 'Cerebral Palsy: A Story' I made the decision to support mental health charities. I have stuck to my word, but haven't scratched the surface. My two other books include my healing story, 'Spirituality, Healing and Me' and then when the pandemic struck I wrote a third book about Covid called, Survival: 'The Covid Years.' If you're interested in dealing with how you feel, your mental health and you fancy grabbing copies of my books, they are available to purchase on my website here https://www.thecpdiary.com/my-books/

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My first kiss went a little like...

First kisses are brutally shamed for being a lot of things, sloppy, embarrassing and not at all enjoyable. You’ll question the lack of butterflies or the lack of any sort of finesse and confidence, but in all that chaos we forget they are just supposed to be one thing and that is ‘first’. The word ‘first’ itself implies that there may be more to come, that the second will follow in its wake, and…

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Author Journal 30th January - 5th February 2023

Join me on my writing journey as I reflect on last week's progress, share my goals for the coming week, and overcome challenges. Let's inspire each other to achieve our writing milestones! #writingprogress #fictionwriting #nonfictionwriting

Hiya 👋 Last week was one of those weeks where I felt like I wasn’t making any real progress. I was getting work done, but it felt like wading through porridge that’s been left on the side for so long that you could set fence posts in it. Have you ever had those weeks? I seem to get them a lot. Anyway, last week I added my non-fiction writing goals into the mix. That could be what made things…

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[introverted-n-anxious]

Thanks but no thanks.

When my sister and I were very young - early primary school years - our parents took us to a modelling agency for what I suppose you’d call an ‘assessment.’ 

We were both dressed in the same dress with matching white tights and shiny black shoes and my dad had styled our hair with extra care. 

We arrived at a building where my sister and I were told to sit side by side in the waiting room while our parents disappeared behind a door with an agent. I was still quite young, so it wasn’t entirely clear to me why we were there or what to expect. All I knew is this is where little girls go to start their modelling career, so I found it somewhat exciting. I’ve always been up for receiving attention. 

Several moments passed before my parents emerged and we all exited and made our way to the car. My sister asked what the agency had to say about us, and that’s when it became clear to me why we couldn’t sit in the meeting room with them. 

They said they saw definite potential in my sister and they felt I would be wonderfully suited to pursue acting. 

....pause to let that sink in....

You don’t have to be an industry insider to understand model equals pretty, but actress doesn’t always equal pretty (though I’m sure it helps.) 

Tell me again how a painfully shy, introverted child with zero known talent can be assessed as a potential actress based on sitting in a waiting room chair. 

Despite the fact that the actress suggestion was clearly made in order to spare me my feelings, I have still held a tiny bit of pride in thinking, “Someone thought I could be in movies!” They unwittingly planted this seed of interest in my mind and I have often entertained the fantasy that maybe I really could be a good actor. 

So, look out for my star on the Hollywood walk of fame! Just as soon as I get over my crippling anxiety, shyness, lack of funds to pursue the interest, fear of rejection, zero experience, zero knowledge of the industry and total lack of motivation to get started. 

*Side note - I relayed this story to my parents decades after the event and they were horrified to know that not only did I remember it , it was also literally one of my earliest childhood memories. 

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[randomishz]

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Sarah Duterte, the current Vice President of the Philippines, went viral for a speech in which she mispronounced "she may not" into "shiminet". This error drew widespread attention and became a trending topic on social media, with many people sharing the clip and commenting on the humorous mistake. Such moments often spark online discussions and memes in the Philippines, where politics and humor frequently intersect.

During the incident where Sarah Duterte mispronounced "she may not," she was delivering a speech at a school event. The intended message was about resilience, referring to a young girl facing challenges in life. She intended to say, "She may not have parents," but accidentally mispronounced "may not," which sounded like a Filipino expletive, drawing attention and amusement online.

Despite the mispronunciation, the focus of her speech was on encouraging students to remain strong and determined, regardless of the circumstances they face. However, the viral moment overshadowed the original intent, becoming a trending topic on social media.

By Shemeneth Tangcasan | September 7, 2024