#Punctuation & Spelling - Paper 2

[prapasara]

2024 National Curriculum Tests

Key stage 2

English grammar,

punctuation and spelling

test mark schemes

Paper 1 : questions

Paper 2 : spelling

[valeriehalla]

actual writing advice

1. Use the passive voice.

What? What are you talking about, “don’t use the passive voice”? Are you feeling okay? Who told you that? Come on, let’s you and me go to their house and beat them with golf clubs. It’s just grammar. English is full of grammar: you should go ahead and use all of it whenever you want, on account of English is the language you’re writing in.

2. Use adverbs.

Now hang on. What are you even saying to me? Don’t use adverbs? My guy, that is an entire part of speech. That’s, like—that’s gotta be at least 20% of the dictionary. I don’t know who told you not to use adverbs, but you should definitely throw them into the Columbia river.

3. There’s no such thing as “filler”.

Buddy, “filler” is what we called the episodes of Dragon Ball Z where Goku wasn’t blasting Frieza because the anime was in production before Akira Toriyama had written the part where Goku blasts Frieza. Outside of this extremely specific context, “filler” does not exist. Just because a scene wouldn’t make it into the Wikipedia synopsis of your story’s plot doesn’t mean it isn’t important to your story. This is why “plot” and “story” are different words!

4. okay, now that I’ve snared you in my trap—and I know you don’t want to hear this—but orthography actually does kind of matter

First of all, a lot of what you think of as “grammar” is actually orthography. Should I put a comma here? How do I spell this word in this context? These are questions of orthography (which is a fancy Greek word meaning “correct-writing”). In fact, most of the “grammar questions” you’ll see posted online pertain to orthography; this number probably doubles in spaces for writers specifically.

If you’re a native speaker of English, your grammar is probably flawless and unremarkable for the purposes of writing prose. Instead, orthography refers to the set rules governing spelling, punctuation, and whitespace. There are a few things you should know about orthography:

English has no single orthography. You already know spelling and punctuation differ from country to country, but did you know it can even differ from publisher to publisher? Some newspapers will set parenthetical statements apart with em dashes—like this, with no spaces—while others will use slightly shorter dashes – like this, with spaces – to name just one example.

Orthography is boring, and nobody cares about it or knows what it is. For most readers, orthography is “invisible”. Readers pay attention to the words on a page, not the paper itself; in much the same way, readers pay attention to the meaning of a text and not the orthography, which exists only to convey that meaning.

That doesn’t mean it’s not important. Actually, that means it’s of the utmost importance. Because orthography can only be invisible if it meets the reader’s expectations.

You need to learn how to format dialogue into paragraphs. You need to learn when to end a quote with a comma versus a period. You need to learn how to use apostrophes, colons and semicolons. You need to learn these things not so you can win meaningless brownie points from your English teacher for having “Good Grammar”, but so that your prose looks like other prose the reader has consumed.

If you printed a novel on purple paper, you’d have the reader wondering: why purple? Then they’d be focusing on the paper and not the words on it. And you probably don’t want that! So it goes with orthography: whenever you deviate from standard practices, you force the reader to work out in their head whether that deviation was intentional or a mistake. Too much of that can destroy the flow of reading and prevent the reader from getting immersed.

You may chafe at this idea. You may think these “rules” are confusing and arbitrary. You’re correct to think that. They’re made the fuck up! What matters is that they were made the fuck up collaboratively, by thousands of writers over hundreds of years. Whether you like it or not, you are part of that collaboration: you’re not the first person to write prose, and you can’t expect yours to be the first prose your readers have ever read.

That doesn’t mean “never break the rules”, mind you. Once you’ve gotten comfortable with English orthography, then you are free to break it as you please. Knowing what’s expected gives you the power to do unexpected things on purpose. And that’s the really cool shit.

5. You’re allowed to say the boobs were big if the story is about how big the boobs were

Nobody is saying this. Only I am brave enough to say it.

Well, bye!

[ikementally-deficient]

Advice On Writing

I have a couple of writing friends who keep asking me for advice (which is extremely flattering and I love to infodump, please don't stop), but I thought getting my thoughts down on the metaphorical paper and putting them out into the world might be helpful for others as well.

I mostly had fanfiction in mind when I wrote this, but honestly I think the vast majority of it will be applicable to any kind of creative writing.

I would love to get feedback or have conversations about this, so if you want to squawk at or with me, please don't hesitate!

The Bare Minimum

Write

Write as often and as much as you can. If you manage to do nothing else on this list, just writing consistently and continuously will eventually improve your skills, even if it takes a long time.

The Basics

2. Read

Find things you enjoy, and read them. Read as much as you have time for. Things that speak to you and make you feel things (words, turns of phrase, tropes) will all work their way into your subconscious and feed your own writing.

3. Read Critically

Re-read the things you enjoy, and consciously think about why you enjoy them. Why did this scene manage to express such a clear sense of desolation? What about this interaction between characters made me relate to them so much? How did this story give me such a sense of satisfaction and coming full circle? Highlight the phrases you really love. Look for and circle the small details that foreshadow later developments. Identify the things you don’t like as well (nothing is perfect). How would you have done this differently? Do you hate the purple prose, or is it killing you that these scenes aren’t more detailed? Look up the words you don’t understand - maybe the author chose their words poorly, or maybe you’re one of the lucky ten thousand who gets to learn a new vocabulary word today.

The Cringe Parts

4. Ask for constructive criticism

This part is really hard, but vital. While you will inevitably find some of the weaknesses of your own writing, you won’t find all of them. An outside perspective is invaluable. If you’re frightened of constructive criticism, start small. Ask one person to look at SPAG (spelling, punctuation, and grammar). Pick one paragraph or scene to show someone and ask them how it flows. Have someone review your outline for plotholes instead of giving them prose. Brace yourself for things you don’t want to hear. Sit with any and all criticism for a few days before reacting. It’s okay to decide that someone just didn’t get what you were going for, but make sure that’s actually true instead of just a knee-jerk reaction to hurt feelings or a bruised ego. Listen to what your reviewer or beta is actually saying - ‘this part confuses me’ doesn’t mean your writing is bad, it means that your head holds the entire picture and you just didn’t put enough of that down on paper so your reader can see it too.

5. Re-read your own work

Every once in a while, go back and see how what you wrote six months ago or last year holds up. You’ve been writing for a while, you’re a stronger writer, so give yourself the perspective of seeing how far you’ve come. And see if there are any weak areas that are still giving you trouble; you can focus more on those in your next piece of writing.

6. Edit for other people

Editing is a skill. No one falls out of the sky able to give useful and actionable feedback. The act of reading and criticising something you have a little cognitive distance from is far easier than criticising your own work, but it’s still a muscle you need to build. Start with basic proof reading (SPAG). Ask questions: “Why did you choose this word, it seems obscure?” Explain your feedback: “I can’t tell who’s speaking here, I think the dialogue went back and forth one too many times without a tag.” Instead of “I don’t like this,” explain why: “This description feels like something I’ve seen too many times already and feel cliché, but I bet you can change it up.” Learning to give that feedback in a kind and helpful way is something you can bring back to your own writing. Remember that if someone asks you to beta read or edit their work, they too are trying to get better. Don’t just blow sunshine up their ass, give them the respect of being honest about elements that aren’t working. Just don’t be an asshole about it. 

Some resources on being a good beta reader - these also are handy guides for writers on how to communicate their needs effectively to a beta reader:

How to Be a Great Beta Reader and Give Helpful Feedback (dianaurban.com)

What makes a good beta reader? (smallbluedog.com)

Tips on how to beta read, from a beta reader : FanFiction (reddit.com)

Advanced Class

7. Try new things

Try a different format. If you mostly write long, multi-chapter works, aim for a short story. Write some poetry. Change up your genre. Consciously try to imitate someone else’s style. Stretch out of your comfort zone. Feel like you write too much descriptive detail? Force yourself to write nothing but dialogue, like Isaac Asimov. Feel like your characters are always floating in empty space? Indulge in some Robert Jordan, down to every detail of what the characters are wearing. This is going to be difficult, and the results might not be something you want to share publicly, but it’s still worth the effort.

8. Read about writing

There are university courses on this stuff. Check your local library for a copy of the Little, Brown Handbook - it’s aimed at academic writing, but it’s a great resource on grammar and syntax and planning and revising your work. Look for fun ones like The Transitive Vampire and The Well-Tempered Sentence, or Eats, Shoots & Leaves. Centre for Fiction has a great list of books on creative writing by writers, and industry professionals (if publishing for profit is a goal of yours). 

Back to the Beginning

9. Keep writing

You might not be the next Stephen King, or Jude Devereaux, or Isaac Asimov. Cool, me neither. You don’t have to be. As long as writing is still giving you joy, keep doing it. 

[racxnteur]

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[shiraishi--kanade]

My unpopular opinion of the day is that grammar correcting AI isn't inherently bad.

Like, specifically AI (or just... Machine learning systems) that help you with spelling of certain words and punctuation and grammar structures? They're not bad. Actually, they're extremely useful and can be considered an aid to many people, such as:

- dyslexic people

- English as Second Language people

- people with fine motor issues

- more

As well as being generally just useful to all of us. Sure, there are drawbacks such as students using them to cheat on leaning the grammar/spelling, but 1) cheating spelling has been a thing since the online dictionaries became a thing and banning them won't solve the issue 2) AI-checking grammar and spelling in essays or formal papers isn't an issue because they're barely graded on those things anyway, and frankly they shouldn't be.

The real issue with those AIs is that most of the information in their data banks 1) is obtained without consent, illegally and/or by scrapping 2) isn't double-checked by a real human being. Which makes its usage dubious at best and actually pretty dangerous at worst.

This little blunder google documents did to my writing in the example above is most likely the result of the following:

1) Some people writing thankyou and getting a pop up correction for "thank you"

2) Those people, for whatever reason may be, chose to keep their original spelling

3) This probably happened enough times that now Google AI most likely considers "thankyou" to be an alternative spelling of "thank you" that it wasn't aware of previously instead of a mistake

4) Because it's a system that lacks context and awareness, it will occasionally offer incorrect spelling over a correct one because it considers them mutually possible. It will also not flag an incorrect spelling, unless some other data overrides the rule.

This happened so many times for so many people that now Google Doc's corrections are considered unreliable even for common words, which would not have fucking happened if Google didn't train their AI on their users documents.

But ethically trained on the input of consenting users that is also double-checked by real people to not contain any intentional misleading AI can still exist and would be a very good tool to have. Alas...

[outofcontextbokumono]

In your Allen post you mentioned Natsume is notorious for bad translations. That's super interesting, I had no idea! Is it more of spelling error stuff or just straight up mistranslations?

first of all great question anon!! it's kind of a mix of both, and it varies from game to game. most natsume dialogue just generally reads very clunky and robotic in the english versions, especially when compared to the newer games, where everyone has their own unique way of speaking, and you can usually tell who's talking just based on their mannerisms.

there's more general info on this topic + natsume's involvement with marvelous games in my masterpost here.

xseed's newer games obviously aren't immune to forgetting a few punctuation marks here and there, but natsume's was bad. like, "something about the games just feel Off and uncanny and there's no other way to explain it" bad.

i'm pretty sure it's just because the translators weren't native english speakers, so everything is translated super literally, but if you are one yourself it becomes blatantly obvious simply by looking at the dialogue for more than 5 minutes. this ranges anywhere from minor miswordings to lines that just don't make any sense at all no matter how many times you read them.

and then there's stuff that's so messed up we don't even KNOW how it got there. like some of this shit i would 100% believe you if you just said the game got corrupted because if it isn't that then i can only assume the employees did a large dose of crack cocaine before translating these games. i'm talking like... entire lines that didn't even get translated. text so butchered its straight up unreadable. that one time they misspelled their own NAME in the startup screen. TWICE.

and, last but not least, probably one of my all time favorite errors in a natsume game but one i'll never be able to post here because it's funny purely in context- and it is the singular line in harvest moon: friends of mineral town where the priest, carter, just speaks to you in fucking German

this. this is the error i don't have even the SLIGHTEST explanation for. and, correct me if i'm wrong, but i'm 99.9% sure nobody else does either.

this was....just one line. just the one line of dialogue. where he speaks german. in a japanese farming game that was being localized into english.

at least with the untranslated kanji you have some general sense of how that happened. like, yeah, okay, they just missed a line, whatever. but this isn't even remotely close to the same situation. there should be NO german in this equation whatsoever. it's like if you did 2 + 2 and somehow got 17. and nobody looked over your paper and went, "hey, that doesn't look quite right, man, maybe you should fix that", so you just turned it in and for some reason not even the TEACHER questioned it, they gave you a full grade and a gold star and put your paper on the whiteboard clear as day for all your classmates to see. that's what this feels like.

I. do not think the natsume employees are okay can someone check on them for me

[jamespotterthefirst]

Flowers (Ethan x f!MC)

Book: Open Heart, book 2 Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey x F!MC (Dr. Lilac Allende) Word count: 1 K Rating/ Warning: T/ Language

Premise: She is stung when he sends flowers to someone else on Valentine’s Day

Note: The timeline of this makes no sense but just pretend shhh lol

“I'm not listening,” Lilac informs her determined friend, quickening her steps.

Kyra, on the other hand, is undeterred. She has no problem matching Lilac's long strides. A few nurses glance their way, no doubt amused by how the short brunette has to practically jog to keep up.

“Come on, Lil! What better day to break your dry spell than Valentine's Day!”

“Shh!”

Luckily, there is no one within earshot that Lilac can see.

“He's tall,” Kyra presses in sing-song, her grin brighter than the florescent hospital lights above them. “He's dark. He's handsome.”

Despite herself, Lilac rolls her eyes with a laugh.

“You're insane.”

“You love me.” Kyra punctuates that with a wink. “At least tell me you'll think about it? I think you'll really like Derek.”

With a dramatic sigh, Lilac finally relents. “Fine. I'll think about it.”

That was good enough to put her friend at ease. She grins wider than ever before and goes her own way, vanishing through her office door. Lilac, meanwhile, travels through the halls absently, feeling more like a ghost than a resident. Her mind races with the prospect of dating someone new…of finally moving on.

It makes her stomach drop unpleasantly.

“Rookie.”

The rich baritone makes her jump. For a wild moment, she wonders if all her desperate pining summoned him there. Then, she reminds herself to stop being so ridiculous and pathetic.

“Dr. Ramsey.”

They hold each other's gazes a beat too long.

“Is there something I can help you with, Dr. Allende?”

Lilac, love struck and momentarily stunned by icy blue eyes, could think of many ways he could help her. Instead, she forces herself out of her reverie and unsuccessfully wills her pulse to descend to normal speed.

“Yes. Miss Chapman's results came back. I reviewed them and everything looks normal.”

He nods once. “Excellent. Please set them on my desk. I will review them when I return from my meeting with Naveen.”

She nods, but doesn't move.

He doesn't either.

Neither wants to abandon this rare, private moment. The way his eyes study her face feels far more intimate than any caress. Her heart is a frantic hummingbird, its wings flapping fiercely against her ribcage. Its only relief would be tearing her chest open or kissing Ethan.

Neither are possible.

At last, Ethan moves away and disappears down the hall.

“Get a grip, Allende,” Lilac mutters to herself when she finally regains movement in her legs.

The solitude of his empty office is a relief. Before she can dwell on what a fool she made out of herself, she hurries to drop off the file atop the grand mahogany desk. The movement, however, sends the neat pile of papers flying.

“Shit!”

Frantically, she dances around the office, arms flailing above her as she tries to catch the hurricane of papers. If anyone walked in at that moment, they would get a kick of the ridiculous sight. Just when she thinks she's recovered everything, a small, yellow note catches her attention from the floor.

Liberty Street Flowers, the top reads in bold letters.

The rational part of her brain says she should pick up the receipt, set it on Ethan's desk, and promptly continue with her day. A curious and morbid fraction of her brain, however, wants to read on. That part ultimately wins because she brings the receipt close and reads:

Something cold drills into her insides.

Lilac reads the receipt again, trying to make sense of it. Her eyes snag on the word "romantic" and her stomach drops to her feet. With a sickening feeling, she accepts the reality in her shaky hands.

The doors of the office open and she makes no effort to hide their receipt.

“Dr. Allende—”

The look on Lilac's face halts his steps.

“Are you alright?”

A deadly, poisonous silence heavier than lead follows. Then—

“I didn't take you for someone who celebrated Valentine's Day.”

More silence. 

This time, his meticulously crafted expression betrays confusion.

“I don't. Not usually.”

Unable to help herself, she scoffs. Lilac should know better than to lash out— she should be walking away, head held high, ready to privately lick her wounds. At least then she'd have her decency. But the unforgiving sting of jealousy overpowers her, robbing her of all common sense.

Fuck decency.

“I also didn't know you were big on sending flowers.”

Icy blue eyes fall to the paper on her hands.

“You went through my belongings.”

Lilac ignores this, too hurt and angry to give him any explanations. Her throat is so tight at this point that she can barely get words out. The tears sting her eyes but she will hold them back if it's the last thing she does.

Ethan's characteristic stoicism begins to shift into anger.

“Dr. Allende, might I remind you that going through my private—”

“You never sent any to me.”

The words are small but impossible to miss.

They are mighty, too, because they seem to strike him like a whip.

“Lilac.”

His expression softens into something she can't bear to look at. It is akin to empathy and pity.

She straightens, enraged.

“I always forget,” she continues, the words heavy with venom. “I was just a good fuck for you, wasn't I? Good enough to fuck in secret but not to send flowers to.”

Her words hit a nerve. Ethan's face floods with color, icy eyes flashing dangerously.

“You have no idea what you're talking about.”

His tone is deathly and collected.

“Who is she?”

“What?”

“Who's Audrina?”

They are standing close now, almost nose to nose.

“Is she someone you plan to spend more than two nights with?”

He says nothing.

“Are you eventually running away on her, too?”

“Enough.”

The single word is like a slap.

“You have no right.”

She staggers back. The words are the twist to the knife and yet, she can’t begrudge them. They’re undeniably true. 

“You have no right to act this way, Lilac. I am your boss and you're my employee. Who I send flowers to is none of your concern.”

He's right.

Lilac had no right to be jealous, no matter how desperately she loved him. 

That's the part that stung the most.

Those blue eyes pierce her and she loses all steam. Humiliated, she all but flees the office, finally letting the tears win.

Author’s note: Meep.

[gkyoyukinona]

How to Write an Essay (Without Losing Your Sanity lol)

The essay. That dreaded form of writing that often brings out feelings of fear, dread, and confusion. But fear not! Writing an essay doesn't have to be as terrifying as it seems. Whether you're a student or someone who just got stuck with a writing assignment, i am here to guide you through the process. Get ready to unlock the mystery of essay writing in a very simple way.

Step 1: Understand the Prompt

First things first: Read the assignment. I know, I know—this sounds too easy, but you'd be surprised how many people skip this crucial step. Understanding the question you're being asked is the foundation of your entire essay. You wouldn’t build a house without a blueprint, would you? (Unless you’re a DIY enthusiast)

Ask yourself:

What is the essay asking me to do? Analyze? Argue? Explain?)

Are there specific guidelines or requirements? (Word count? Format? Citation style?)

What’s the purpose of the essay? (Are you informing? Persuading? Telling a story?)

Step 2: Research Like You’re the Next Sherlock Holmes

You may be tempted to skip this part and just write whatever comes to mind. Big mistake! Essays are all about backing up your ideas with solid evidence. So, channel your inner Sherlock Holmes and start researching.

Use reliable sources (we’re not citing Wikipedia here, folks).

Take notes and organize your thoughts. This will save you from diving into a writing frenzy and realizing halfway through that you’ve completely lost track of your argument.

Look for a variety of sources—books, articles, interviews, or anything that feels appropriate for your topic.

Once you’ve done your research, take a deep breath and let the facts fill your brain. You’ll need them in the next step.

Step 3: Make an Outline

Okay, you’ve got your research, and now it’s time to plan out your essay. The outline is like a map that keeps you from wandering into the unknown wilderness of “I don’t know what I’m doing anymore.”

There are different ways but this is how I make the most simple outline for my essay

Introduction: This is where you grab your reader's attention. Start with a hook—something that piques curiosity or makes them think. A quote, a question, or even a joke (that’s relevant, of course).

Body Paragraphs: These are the meat of your essay. Each paragraph should cover one main idea. Start with a topic sentence, support it with evidence, and wrap it up with an analysis. Rinse and repeat.

Conclusion: Time to bring it all home! Restate your main points, tie everything together, and leave your reader with something to think about. And please, for the love of all things good, don’t just copy-paste your introduction.

Step 4: Write the First Draft (Embrace Imperfection)

Now, it's time to write! Don’t worry about making it perfect just yet. The goal is to get your thoughts down on paper. You can always clean it up later.

Here are a few tips:

Write freely. Don’t censor yourself—let your ideas flow.

Use transition words like "however," "for example," and "in conclusion" to connect your ideas smoothly.

Don’t obsess over grammar and spelling in the first draft. You’ll have time for that later.

Now once you're done writing drafts think of some title ideas related to the topic of your essay. Remember a catchy title is necessary as it serves the first impression of your write up. ( Some of you may do this before starting your essay and i really admire you for that becoz for me thinking title take hours )

Step 5: Edit Like You’re a Grammar Ninja

Once you’ve got your first draft, it’s time to put on your editing hat. You know, the one with the sharp sword of logic and the shield of perfect grammar.

Check for clarity. Does everything make sense? Is your argument easy to follow?

Grammar and punctuation: This is where you get to play the detective. Look for missing commas, awkward sentences, and spelling errors. Use apps or Google to check your grammar

Step 6: Polish and Submit (The Final Touches)

Now that you've edited your masterpiece, it's time for the final touches. Ensure your essay follows the required format and citation style (MLA, APA, Chicago—pick your poison).

Take one last look at your essay:

Are your paragraphs well-organized?

Is your argument clear?

Is your spelling flawless?

Congratulations! You've now survived the essay-writing process and emerged victorious.Keep practicing, and soon, you'll be an essay-writing pro—no sweat, no tears, just a few cups of coffee and maybe a well-timed joke.

Good luck, and happy writing!

Visit this link to see my essay and other writeups on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/gkyoyuki.nona?igsh=Mzhxa2c5ZjNpY2kx

[torchickentacos]

I'll stop complaining about school soon, i know it's most of what I've been doing lately, but this paper is graded so confusingly? Most of the weight is put on if it's properly APA formatted. Then it grades each section (introduction, title page, conclusion, body paragraphs) separately??? I've never seen it broken up like this. Usually it's graded as such:

Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation

Citations/Bibliography/Reference Sheet- formatting and reputability

Did you answer xyz question(s)/prompt(s) properly and in-depth and within the word count? (expanded upon in the rubric usually)

And not based on each section individually??????? Idk, it's just weird. All the sections together come to more grade weight than the formatting, but separately the most weight is on formatting (20% APA, each section ranges from 2 to 8%). Not a vent or complaint, just... I've never seen this before???

[fakeshibe]

The sheeb listens to JRWI Riptide 3-word summary twitter thread, now with 100% less twitter!!!!

Before twitter totally went to shit, i had a thread that i was adding to every time i listened to an episode of jrwi! I had to write a summary or comment on the episode with 3 words or fewer, although exaggerated spellings and punctuation for emphasis were totally allowed so it wasn't a strict rule. It was just a silly haha way for me to try and motivate myself to keep listening cause i'm v bad at picking up new habits (like listening to podcasts), so i was hoping that posting about it would build the habit and get me to pay better attention so i could remember details to comment on. Heads up, this was already a very, very long twitter thread and i'm still updating it, so it's gonna be a long post. Also spoilers for JRWI Riptide, up to ~roughly episode 60 atm. will update though! :) also i'm copypasting from where i archived the thread on discord so all the emoji's are broken, pretend they're all normal, ok? JRWI SPOILERS AHEAD!!! FINAL WARNING!!!!

(Jan 2023) (First tweet in thread: finally successfully listening to podcasts!! so every time i finish an episode of jrwi i’m gonna reply to this tweet with a 3 word or less summary we’ll see if i make it past episode 10, not hopeful since it took me 2 months to finish episode 1 :sob: )

Starting from zero funny fish man :)

Chipwrecked! mmm monke :)

The Laughing City Gillion slaps balds

The Baldening slapping more balds (April 23)

The Curse of Loffinlot started listening again!!

Off With His Head! Gillion Marxist arc?!? :0

A Mist Opportunity Chip autocanniballism arc??!!? D:

A Hero’s Burden Gillion need hug :(

A Victorious Banquet! black rose mentioned?!?!?!?! :0

The Hangover (i made it to 10 episodes!!) omg the beloveds! <3

Return to the Open Sea Inception but Jay

The Endless Game (ft. Ranboo) ranboo is real?!?!? :0

Showtime! (ft. Ranboo) Chip discovers reaganomics

The House Always Wins (ft. Ranboo) farewell friend Clorten :(

The Chip on My Shoulder Gillion was right >:(

Fish and Chips i’m gonna cry :’)

The Siren's Call Gillion: '…That's tits' :thinking:

Striking a Chord chip's not normal :face_with_raised_eyebrow: :worried:

The One the empress… :flushed::flushed::flushed::flushed::flushed::flushed:

The Sanctuary the empress… :angry::angry::angry::angry::angry::angry:

An Act of Love Nat 20 kiss?!?!?!?!

True North Chip = Weaponised incompetence

Downhill Desires YASS COMRADE TIDESTRIDER!!!!

Empress of Malice Jay absolutely slays

The Hole in Your Heart Get deez'd bitch :sunglasses: (May 23)

First Blood pretzel is terrifying :squid:

The Pirate Code Gil discovers cat :)

Making a Splash scary teleport lady

The Paramount Tournament FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!

Jack the Jolly Roger chip pants collection (June 23)

One Remaining Rose ELIZABETH ALIVE?!!?!? WTF??!!?

Breaking The Ice Gillion got adopted (July 23)

Thunderdome of Destiny (ft. Pokay) gillion briefly homophobic

Wrath of La Alma (ft. Pokay) that's not good D:

Sign here (ft. Pokay) jay eated paper

The Luxbris Pearl (ft. Pokay) i cry lots

Indemnification (ft. Pokay) closed eye trickshots

The people’s Champion (ft. Pokay) combat against ball

A sea of Red and Gold oh shit.

The Navy's Armada Chip saying son :') :pleading_face: :sob:

Growing Pains ||ollie now big||

The Serpent borfd it

City of Steam new favourite episode :sob::sob:

Blossoming Trust pinky promise :)

The Perfect Crime OH SHIT!! D:

Robot Rumble imposter among us

What Binds Us awww :') awh :face_holding_back_tears::face_holding_back_tears: awww (August 23)

Shattered Kingdom Scotland confirmed non-canon :pensive:

The Duke of Everything (ft. Jschlatt) pretzels everywhere

The Block (omg!!! 50!!!! woo!!!!) plausibly deniable clown

Blistering Trials NO! GIVE HIM!!!! :(

Death March FUCKING WHAT?!?! WHAT!!??!

Not Ferin Well FUCKED UP!!! CRYING!!!!! :sob::sob::sob: :(

A Dead Man’s Tale (ft. JoCat) NEW SCOTTISH GUY!!!! :scotland::scotland::scotland::scotland:

Till Death Do We Part (ft. JoCat) many nat 20s

Mystery and Misery oh shit, chip…

The Hull of the World WAAHHHH EDYN :')

The Tides Between Us EMOTIONAL WHIPLASH WTF

A Price to be Paid Jay escaped employment (September 23)

Price is Right woah, solo episode?

Super Savvy Sleuthing Slugs chaos, of course

Chaos and Consequences ending was fucked

Farewells earl :( :( :( miss him :( :( :( :)

The City of Night new guy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (October 23) Riptide Origins: Humble Beginnings actual siblings real

Dressed to the Nines jay gets bitches

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Pismo Review: AI Assistant With Rewrite, Proofread & Translate Instantly!

Especially in today’s environment, superior tools plays an important role in terms of communication and in the field of writing, tools that have the potential to make a great difference is valuable. One of those tools is Pismo, meant to bring the AI possibilities to writing by providing proofreading, rewriting, and translation capabilities. In this Pismo Review & [lifetime deal], we will check out this tool, how it works, some of the advantages, real user experiences, as well as why this is definitely for everyone, from business to individuals. But as you continue, you will understand how Pismo could operate your personal digitized assistant and help you become more effective in your work as well as how you get to enjoy an exclusive lifetime deal on this product so that anyone can use Pismo.

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What is Pismo?

In this paper I am going to present a short overview of Pismo – the intelligent writing assistant based on artificial intelligence algorithms. Its main function, therefore, is to assist users in developing meaningful written content quickly and effectively. No matter if you should create an e-mail, a blog article, product descriptions or any other text, Pismo supports by grammar check, content redrafting and translation.

Key Features of Pismo

It is for this reason that pismo has other features that make it different from other writing instruments. Here’s a closer look at some of the standout functionalities:

1. AI-Powered Proofreading

Probably, the single greatest strength of using Pismo is its ability to check the text for grammar errors. The first review it improves spelling, grammar, and punctuation so as to make the employees’ writing correct before sending mails. This feature is especially beneficial for those who have to convey messages in the situations critical for their practice.

2. Content rewriting and expanding strategy

Pismo is an app that helps a user fine-tune texts by making them more coherent and interesting. When you have need to elaborate on the concept or if you need to revert large block of text into a concise presentation Pismo’s AI can help in constructing the content of which would in one way or another would appeal to your audience.

3. Translation Across Languages

Looking at the facts that the world is gradually turning into a global village, language becomes one of the influential impediments to communication. Pismo solves this problem by providing an option to translate the text into different languages with a high level of ease. This feature is particularly useful to business and individuals conducting business with their counter-parts from foreign nations or with Foreighn speaking clients.

4. Seamless Integrations

Pismo works well with other apps you probably use frequently, including Google Docs, Slack, Outlook, and Figma. This makes Pismo one of easy to use tool that can be accessed anytime without having to quit ones tasks and this makes it very efficient.

5. Custom Prompt Creation

New to version 4.5 users can create simple macros that allow the transformation of keywords into ready-made prompts or document templates. This feature helps save one’s time and helps to be consistent – this aspect is very significant for businesses.

Why Choose Pismo?

Comparing the use of Pismo to other writing tools depends on the distinctive characteristics of the application together with the general satisfaction it provides. Here are some compelling reasons to consider Pismo as your go-to writing assistant:

Enhanced Productivity

Pismo allows users to earn more with fewer efforts which makes productivity high. Built with a powerful combination of artificial intelligence and neural networks, Pismo helps to reduce the time you spend on proofreading, rewriting, and translating yourtexts so you could concentrate on more important work. This efficiency is very effective for freelancers, marketers and any other kind of professionals that wear many hats.

Cost-Effective Solution

There is a one-time payment offer which indeed makes the service very cheap for people who need professional writing services in their life. Unlike most providers that require the user to subscribe to several services in order to get all the features they want, Pismo integrates these services into one affordable package.

User-Friendly Interface

Epistle’s interface is as follows: It is user-friendly. In fact, even if you’re not a technical person, you can move around the platform comfortably. At the same time, the clean and transparent design means that key assets and more tools are easy to find and navigate through.

Ongoing Development and support

Thus, Pismo being a funded startup is always eager to become even better. Loos is available regularly for updates, with new features, and efficiency in customer support services. This focus on development means that Pismo remains on-top in order to effectively meet user needs.

User Experiences

Knowledge of how this phenomenon has influenced working tactics of those users can help to gain deeper insight. Here are some testimonials and experiences from real users:

Freelancers

Freelancers have realised that Pismo is a game changer in their writing mechanism. Some of the pros mentioned include: More time to allocate to other works, lesser time spent on editing and proofreading, and increased efficiency, and ability to take more jobs, and meeting deadlines. The translation feature has also provided for the opportunity of working with clients with various linguistic abilities.

Marketing Professionals

Marketing professionals can make good use of the opportunities that Pismo offers in terms of helping to create powerful and engaging content in short order. While using Pismo marketers would be able to effectively write emails, blog entries, social media posts, and so on ensuring that they complement other material generated with a usual, preferred tone or style and possibly the minimal time spent on rewrites. Specifically, prompt creation specifically in the system has been used much to ensure consistency in the tone of various communications.

Small Business Owners

Customers and stakeholders rely on Pismo for communication in their small businesses. They are able to assist them write professional and convincing emails and product descriptions that will capture and turnaround clients. That means through eradicating the language barrier, Pismo has been in a position to assist the small business reach the next level of venturing into the other marked regions.

How Pismo Works

Getting Started with Pismo

There are not complicated instructions when using Pismo. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get started:

Sign Up: Please go the Pismo website and register account. The lifetime deal option allows access to every feature of the program, and the users can make payments only once in the course of the plan.

Integrate with Your Tools: To help improve your writing experience, link Pismo with your desired writing applications like Google Suite or Slack.

Start Writing: Start inputting your text in any actively used application You can ever Pismo’s hotkeys or commands for proofreading, rewriting or translation.

Customize Prompts: Use most used phrases or templates and come up with new prompts that would actually increase the speed in writing.

Using features Successfully

To maximize the benefits of Pismo, consider the following tips:

Regularly Use the Proofreading Tool: It becomes a good practice to run all your text through Pismo’s proofreading option before the final step. It will enhance the quality of your communication in a great deal.

Explore Rewriting Options: In creating contents, use the rewrite option to discover more techniques to convey your thoughts. This can result and more effective and stimulating writing.

Leverage Translation for Global Reach: Do not put off using the language translator if you are interacting with international customers. Whenever a message is well transmitted it becomes an opportunity to get an opportunity.

Plans & Features of Pismo

Pricing Structure

Currently, Pismo has a lifetime subscription offer that offers tremendous value to people interested in a versatile writing tool. Here’s what you can expect from the pricing structure:

Lifetime Access: A single payment grant for non-recurring use of all the present and future enhancements of the software. Pro Plan Updates: Get automatic boosts to the Pro Plan at no extra charge. No Codes or Stacking: Identify the most suitable plan with no codes or stacking procedures to satisfy the need of each strategy. 60-Day License Activation: You should activate it within 60 days of purchase to make sure you get the access. Upgrade/Downgrade Options: Customers can switch in between the license tiers within the promotion time or within 60 days since the purchase was made.

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Key Features Included in All Plans

Writing and Translation Assistance: Full service for proofreading, rewriting and translation, regardless of language.

Fast and High-Quality Replies: Speedy replies enable you to keep up the flow of work in writing projects.

Hotkeys for Quick Use: This means to use the desired configurable buttons to get to Pismo’s features as soon as possible.

Integration with Any Text App: Complements common software, making your current processes even more efficient.

Unlimited Custom Prompt Creation: Customize by setting up an endless number of custom prompts per repetitive tasks.

Why the Lifetime Deal is Worth It

The usage of the lifetime deal for Pismo is one that is still advantageous to the users. Here’s why:

Long-Term Savings

A lifetime deal is a means that clients do not have to meet recurring subscription costs. This is particularly useful for those who working in writing jobs or who need writing tools for their businesses or freelancing on a daily basis. Unlike some of the other software that charges user for updates and new features, with Pismo you actually make one payment and sub sequentially get access to all update and features.

Opportunity to Use Fascinating Innovations

At Pismo, we are dedicated to continuously improving our AI technology writing tool, which means as a lifetime subscriber, you get access to future improvements. This commitment makes certain that the investment hold its value for longer.

Finance for Developing Organizations

To small businesses, being able to call on a reliable writing assistant is sure to have a positive effect on communication productivity and customer relations. The lifetime package has no further costs of establishing and using Pismo making it easy to plan and allocate more resources in other areas.

FAQ

What is Pismo?

Lithuania-based Pismo is AI-based tool that provides proofreading, rewriting and even translation assistance for messages written on different channels.

How does the lifetime deal work?

The lifetime deal means that customers can access all the current features and any future feature without any annual or monthly subscriptions.

Can Pismo work with other application?

Indeed, Pismo dovetails well with other commonly used applications, including Google Docs, Slack, and Outlook where you can also find its features.

Is my data secure with Pismo?

Indeed, Pismo meets all GDPR requirements and your data is localized within the EU ensuring its protection.

What kind of assistance does Pismo offer to its customers?

Users can chat with customer support staffs if they have any question or if they face any problem with the platform.

Conclusion

First of all, it has to be noted that Pismo is an incredibly helpful application for anyone who is in need of the tool to improve the writing skills. Yes, considering all that it offers, accompanied with its powerful features, and easy to navigate, the lifetime deal is definitely one worth making, as it will significantly revolutionalize the way you communicate. If you are an independent worker, a business person or a marketing specialist, Pismo will allow you to work more efficiently. That being said, if you are really itching to improve your writing prowess then this probably be a must-have for you. Experience the efficiency you can get into your every undertaking by selecting Pismo now. In conclusion, applying this AI assistant capabilities matches the goals of the Pismo Review which in result can drastically enhance your workflow and save you from language barriers.

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Polish Your Work to Perfection: Top Editing Services in Qatar You Can Trust

In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication is key. Whether you’re a business professional, student, or author, the ability to present your work flawlessly can be the difference between success and failure. From academic papers to business proposals, or from blog posts to official documents, clear, concise, and error-free content is crucial. This is where professional editing services come into play. In Qatar, you’ll find some of the best editing services available, offering expert assistance to ensure your work shines. Among these is Proaccuracy, a trusted name in the industry that offers comprehensive editing solutions tailored to your needs.

Why Professional Editing Matters

Editing is much more than just fixing grammar and spelling errors. It involves refining your work to improve clarity, tone, and overall quality. Professional editors bring a fresh perspective to your writing, ensuring that your message is conveyed effectively. Whether you’re crafting a business report, submitting an academic thesis, or writing content for a website, professional editing services help polish your work to perfection. Here are some key reasons why professional editing matters:

Improved Clarity and Flow: A professional editor enhances the structure and flow of your writing, ensuring that your ideas are presented logically and coherently.

Error-Free Content: Editors catch mistakes that may have slipped through, including grammatical errors, punctuation issues, and typos.

Consistent Tone and Style: Whether it’s a formal document or creative writing, an editor ensures consistency in tone and style, making sure it aligns with your intended message.

Increased Credibility: Well-edited work reflects professionalism and attention to detail, which can boost your credibility in academic, business, or creative settings.

Saves Time: Instead of spending hours revising your work, professional editors take on the task, allowing you to focus on other important aspects of your project.

Best Editing Services in Qatar: Your Go-To Solutions

Qatar is home to a variety of editing services that cater to different needs. Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or creative writer, finding the best editing services in Qatar can take your work to the next level. Here’s a closer look at some of the top services you can trust:

1. Proaccuracy: Your Partner in Perfection

When it comes to quality editing services, Proaccuracy stands out as one of the leading providers in Qatar. Known for their attention to detail and dedication to helping clients achieve flawless work, Proaccuracy offers a wide range of editing services, including:

Academic Editing: Proaccuracy is ideal for students and researchers who need help polishing essays, dissertations, or research papers. Their editors are familiar with various citation styles and academic requirements, ensuring that your work meets high standards.

Business Editing: Whether you’re writing a business plan, a proposal, or an important report, Proaccuracy ensures that your document is professional, clear, and free from errors. They also focus on making your content persuasive and aligned with your business goals.

Content Editing: If you’re a content creator or digital marketer, Proaccuracy offers editing services for blog posts, articles, and web content. Their editors fine-tune your content for clarity, SEO optimization, and audience engagement.

Proaccuracy prides itself on delivering high-quality results promptly. Their team of experienced editors provides personalized feedback, making sure that your work not only meets grammatical standards but also enhances its overall readability and impact.

2. Academic Editing Experts

Another prominent player in Qatar’s editing industry is Academic Editing Experts, a service that focuses primarily on academic documents. They offer:

Thesis and Dissertation Editing: For students pursuing their higher education, this service is essential for ensuring that your research papers are not only grammatically correct but also formatted according to academic guidelines.

Essay and Assignment Editing: If you’re submitting assignments, you want to ensure that they are polished and error-free. This service helps you achieve just that by improving the quality of your writing, providing clarity, and ensuring that your arguments are well-structured.

3. Qatar Business Editing Services

For businesses in Qatar looking to sharpen their documents and presentations, Qatar Business Editing Services is another option worth considering. They specialize in:

Business Proposals and Plans: Editing services focused on improving the language, tone, and structure of business-related documents to increase the chances of winning contracts and attracting investors.

Marketing and PR Material: From brochures to press releases, this service refines your promotional content to ensure it resonates with your target audience.

Email and Communication Editing: Clear and professional communication is crucial in the business world. Editors here ensure that your emails, memos, and letters are polished and free from errors.

4. Creative Editing Solutions

If you’re a writer or content creator looking for a service that specializes in creative projects, Creative Editing Solutions might be just what you need. They provide:

Manuscript Editing: For authors working on fiction or non-fiction books, this service offers detailed feedback on structure, plot, and character development, as well as grammatical editing.

Content and Blog Editing: Whether you’re a blogger or freelance writer, this service refines your content for better engagement, clarity, and SEO optimization.

How to Choose the Best Editing Service

With so many options available, how do you choose the best editing service in Qatar for your needs? Here are a few factors to consider:

Specialization: Look for an editing service that specializes in the type of content you’re working on. Academic papers require a different editing approach than business proposals or creative writing.

Experience: Choose a service with a team of experienced editors who have a strong track record in providing quality editing.

Turnaround Time: Make sure the editing service can meet your deadlines without compromising on quality. Fast delivery is often essential, especially for academic and business work.

Customer Reviews: Check for reviews and testimonials from past clients to gauge the service’s reliability and performance.

Personalized Feedback: The best editing services provide constructive feedback and suggest ways to improve your writing, rather than just correcting mistakes.

Conclusion: Trust Proaccuracy for Flawless Results

If you’re looking for the Best Editing Services in Qatar, Proaccuracy should be at the top of your list. Their expert editors go beyond just correcting grammar and punctuation—they help refine your work for clarity, coherence, and impact. Whether you’re a student, business professional, or creative writer, Proaccuracy’s personalized and thorough editing services will help you polish your work to perfection, ensuring that your message is communicated effectively.

In a world where first impressions matter, don’t let errors hold you back. With the right editing service by your side, you can confidently present your work, knowing it’s been refined and perfected by professionals. Choose Proaccuracy for top-notch editing services in Qatar that you can trust.

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How to Prepare Your Child for 11+ Exam of the Grammar School?

What is a Grammar School?

Grammar schools are selective secondary schools in England and Northern Ireland funded by the State. These schools select their pupils for Year 7 through an academic examination called the 11+ Grammar School Admission. The competition for places is generally very high and it requires special preparation to be able to crack the 11+ exam. Just to give the readers a perspective regarding the number of places in Grammar Schools, less than 5% of secondary school pupils in England attend Grammar Schools. We are going to delve into the details of how to prepare your child for the 11+ exam and shall focus on some of the most effective tips for doing so.

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Find out what subjects will your child be tested in– The content of the examination for each Grammar School in the country is different. Generally, the questions in the exam are based on some or all of the following subjects:-

English – Questions on English include those related to vocabulary, grammar, sentence structures, punctuations, spellings, and comprehension. Practise English writing exercises and hone your reading skills to comprehensively cover all these elements/topics of the English Sale offer for: language.it is always beneficial to enroll for English courses offered by a renowned institution such as BYITC. Their all-encompassing English language courses equip candidates with the requisite knowledge and the finer details needed to crack the 11 plus exam.

Maths – Questions on Maths require the child to have a thorough basic understanding of numeracy and Maths http://concepts.Do also include in your preparation any material covered in the Key Stage 2 Maths curriculum.

Verbal reasoning – The verbal reasoning part of the exam is quite diverse and there could be questions of different types Resources and Information. general, one should focus on building a sound vocabulary. Besides, the use of practice papers can be of immense help to your child in improving his verbal reasoning skills.

Non-verbal reasoning – This section of the exam includes questions on mirror images, spatial awareness, addition and subtraction using objects, different shapes, etc.

It is imperative as well as important for your child to prepare questions from all these domains/topics for the 11+ exam preparation.

Practice tests – Taking practice tests is one of the most effective methods to crack the Grammar School entrance exam as they help the child get familiar with the layout of the exam. For 11+ Grammar School Admission exam preparation online, a lot of resources are available on the Internet as comprehensive practice material for the 11+ exam.

Hone your child’s skills, instead of encouraging him to develop new ones for solving the most difficult questions– Towards the end of the question paper, the 11+ exam can have some challenging questions. There’s no point in making your child learn new skills to solve these questions, because your child may not have time to attempt them anyway. Rather work on your child’s strengths and hone his existing skills so that he can solve the more straightforward questions with ease.

Hire a private tutor – Private tutoring often proves to be very effective for Grammar School entrance exam preparation as it ensures that your child gets undivided attention from someone really in the know of the nuances of the 11+ exam. Although finding a seasoned tutor for the preparation for the 11 plus exam is not easy, you should start seeking one early.

The 11+ exam is a tough nut to crack – Start early, prepare thoroughly

It is indeed a privilege for a child to be studying in a Grammar School. Although this privilege does not come by easily,one can be amongst the lucky few by burning the midnight oil. The key to cracking the entrance exam for Grammar Schools is to start its preparation early. You may also opt for online tutoring.

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Role of Editing and Proofreading in Research Writing Assistance

Role of Editing and Proofreading in Research Writing Assistance

Research Writing Services is a rigorous and demanding process that culminates in the creation of a paper, thesis, or dissertation that must communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely. After countless hours spent researching, drafting, and revising, it can be tempting to submit the final draft without further review. However, the crucial steps of editing and proofreading are vital to ensuring the quality, accuracy, and professionalism of the final piece. These processes can elevate the clarity of your argument, correct technical errors, and make your work more persuasive to your audience.

In this blog, we will delve into the role of editing and proofreading in research writing assistance, highlighting why they are essential and offering practical strategies for incorporating them into your writing process.

Editing vs. Proofreading: What’s the Difference?

Though editing and proofreading are often discussed together, they are distinct stages in the writing process that serve different purposes.

Why Editing and Proofreading are Crucial in Research Writing

1. Clarity and Precision of Ideas

Editing plays a critical role in enhancing the clarity of your arguments and ensuring that your readers can follow your line of reasoning. Research writing often involves dense, technical language, so refining sentences to be clear and concise can prevent misinterpretations or confusion. Moreover, during the editing process, you can eliminate redundancy, clarify ambiguous points, and refine your language to convey your ideas as precisely as possible.

Proofreading complements this by ensuring that typographical errors do not undermine the clarity of your work. Even minor mistakes, such as misplaced commas or incorrect word usage, can detract from your credibility as a researcher. Carefully proofreading your work guarantees that your language is as polished as your ideas.

2. Logical Flow and Structure

In research writing, a logical structure is key to guiding the reader through your arguments and findings. During the editing process, it’s essential to assess the organization of your paper—whether your introduction sets up the research question effectively, whether your literature review is comprehensive, whether your methodology is well-explained, and whether your conclusion ties everything together seamlessly.

Editing allows you to reorganize content, if necessary, to ensure that the flow of information is logical and coherent. This might involve restructuring paragraphs or even entire sections to better support the narrative. By doing so, you improve the readability and persuasiveness of your research.

Proofreading at this stage helps to catch any remaining inconsistencies in formatting, headings, or transitions between sections that might disrupt the flow of your paper.

3. Eliminating Errors and Enhancing Professionalism

Errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling can damage the credibility of your research. Even the most ground breaking ideas can be overshadowed by sloppy writing, distracting readers from your core arguments. Editing meticulously ensures that your paper is free from such errors, enhancing its professionalism.

Furthermore, proofreading is essential for ensuring that your work adheres to the correct academic style guide. Whether your field requires APA, MLA, Chicago, or another citation format, proofreading helps you ensure that all citations, references, and footnotes are accurate and consistent.

Practical Strategies for Editing and Proofreading

Now that we’ve established the importance of editing and proofreading, how can you effectively incorporate these steps into your research writing process? Here are some strategies to ensure that your paper is polished and professional:

Conclusion

Editing and proofreading are indispensable components of the research writing process. They ensure that your ideas are communicated clearly, your arguments are logically structured, and your paper is free of errors. By dedicating time and effort to these final stages of writing, you enhance the overall quality and professionalism of your work. Remember, even the most well-researched paper can be weakened by poor presentation, so don’t skip these crucial steps. Through careful editing and proofreading, you can ensure that your research is presented in its best possible form, contributing effectively to your field of study.

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Writing Report May 31, 2024

I’m writing this two weeks out, so who knows what may change between now and then?

. . .

My goal is to write two book length manuscripts a year, starting one each January 1st, the other each July 1st.

It normally takes me anywhere from 2 ½ to 3 1/3 months to write each novel, which typically clock in between 85K and 124K.

I finished my 24 01 novel about a month ago as you read this and it ended up being 124K+.  Currently I’m sharing it a few chapters at a time with my local writers group, so I am trimming it back based on feedback and what I see as padding.

However, I’m not doing a full bore second draft edit yet.  I prefer to let my first drafts lay fallow for at least six months so I can approach them with fresh eyes for the second draft.

My 23 07 novel is starting its second draft phase.  It ran up to 86K+ when I finished it last year.

I edit / do my second draft by first printing the novel out then going over it with a red pen (PaperMate Flair, my favorite writing instrument) looking for errors, redundancies, over-explaining, and repetitive scenes and dialog.  That took about three days.

Then I start making the changes I marked on paper on the digital second draft. 

Pro tip: Edit your your second draft by starting at the end of the first draft and make changes going forward.

There are a couple of reasons for this:

You’re more likely to spot spelling / punctuation / grammatical errors by going backwards through the text.

All changes you make are in the latter part of the book, meaning if you need to find something earlier on a specific page, the numbering on that part hasn’t changed yet.

Right now I’m roughly halfway through the 23 07 manuscript and have shaved about two thousand words off. [Added later:  Finished editing, shaved 6K+ off]

Good.

Ideally I’d like to pare it down to under 80K.

. . .

While editing the 23 07 manuscript I noticed I tended to have fewer edits in the second half of the book than in the first.

That’s because in the first half I’m still discovering who the characters are, what the story is.

I have a fairly good idea of my plot, but not more than could fit on three pages.

I have ideas for scenes and incidents, but I wait until the book tells me it’s time to put them in.

While I’ve cut two thousand words out of the second half, mostly that’s been single words and short phrases.

The more I write, the more certain I become of the story, the more focused my writing becomes.

At the midway point (where I just broke off tonight before writing this) I’m whacking out sentences / paragraphs / scenes.

I know there will be a lot more major cuts in the first half, including an entire chapter that got Xed out in red.

As noted before, it’s bee observed one needs to write a novel three times:

First to tell yourself the story.

Then to figure out what the story is about.

Finally to tell the story to the reader.

These are not necessarily three distinct separate steps, of course.  Often what the story is really about presents itself to me midway through the first draft.

But I do tend to write three drafts of my longer works, usually incorporating feedback from beta readers or my writers group.

. . .

While doing this, I’m also taking notes on what may be my 24 07 project, a historical novel set in the early part of the 20th century.

It’s an idea I came up with w-a-a-a-y back in the 1980s, but it’s been sitting in the back of my mental refrigerator until now.

My original idea had only four characters:

The main male protagonist (I hate the term “hero”)

The main antagonist (I hate the term “villain”)

The female protagonist

The comic relief

At some point in the 1990s or early 2000s a fifth character was added to the mix, starting out as a minor antagonist but soon joining the protagonists as an ally.

The project became briefly subsumed by another, far larger project I envisions, but eventually abandoned when I saw it becoming too gimmicky and unwieldly.

So now the 24 07 project is back as a standalone.

Sometime after 2010 I started looking at the project through the lens of what actually was going on in the world at the time the novel takes place.

I saw subcurrents I never considered back in the 1980s.  Those subcurrents add to the depth and complexity of the story, broadening it and its cast of characters significantly.

Looks like this is going to be another one of my multi-character epics.

Good.

The extra characters represent people who need to have their stories told.

Two soon-to-be major characters are shady businessmen -- not really crooked, not really sleazy, just…shady -- who start as rivals but find themselves forced to cooperate while still not trusting their new partner and trying to cheat them.

I knew somebody like them would need to be in the story when I first thought of it forty some years ago because my main antagonist would have a specific business-related reason to oppose them.

But as I started noodling story ideas around, I realize these two bozologists needed to do something to actually hurt the antagonist -- not physically, but emotionally.

Now the antagonist harbors a personal vendetta above and beyond his purely business reasons for going after them.

Nice.

What happens after that?

Haven’t the faintest idea at the time of this writing.

I’ve got a couple of vague ideas how to end the story, but getting to those endings is murky right now.

So says Magic 8 Ball.

But I know it will start to shape up.  By the time July 1, 2024 rolls around, I’ll have a pretty good idea what the story is.

It will still surprise me and go in unanticipated directions, but that’s all part of the fun.

. . .

One thing I do know is that my cast has grown exponentially.

I’ve got a dozen characters right now, and I know there will be more.

They’ll come from all sorts of backgrounds.

Different ethnicities / social classes / occupations.

Each with their own distinct patois.

You know what that means, don’t you?

Research!

I’m digging up slang expressions from all sorts of background of the era, and it’s a delight.

Not only have some prompted more story incidents, but a lot of it sounds extremely colorful and funny to this day.

I’m researching far more than I will actually use, but that’s par for the course.

But it is fun.

  © Buzz Dixon

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Braille Facts: Unveiling the Tactile Writing System

Braille, the revolutionary tactile writing system, has been transforming lives since its inception in the early 19th century. Named after its creator, Louis Braille, this system of raised dots allows visually impaired individuals to read and write independently, breaking barriers to education, employment, and personal development.

The Origins of Braille

Louis Braille, a Frenchman who lost his sight due to a childhood accident, developed the Braille system when he was just 15 years old. Inspired by a military communication code known as "night writing," Braille simplified and refined the system, creating a matrix of six dots. This matrix forms the foundation of the Braille alphabet, with each letter, number, and punctuation mark represented by different combinations of raised dots.

How Braille Works

The basic unit of Braille is the "cell," which consists of six dots arranged in a rectangular formation, three dots high and two dots wide. The dots are numbered 1 through 6, starting from the top left. Various combinations of these dots represent different characters:

A: Dot 1

B: Dots 1 and 2

C: Dots 1 and 4

D: Dots 1, 4, and 5

E: Dots 1 and 5

Numbers and punctuation marks have their specific dot configurations, and capital letters are indicated by a special prefix.

The Importance of Braille

Braille literacy is crucial for the visually impaired. It enables individuals to access a wealth of information, from literature and educational materials to music and technology. Reading Braille enhances spelling, grammar, and comprehension skills, providing a solid foundation for academic and professional success.

Modern Uses of Braille

With technological advancements, Braille has evolved beyond traditional paper. Today, Braille displays and keyboards enable seamless interaction with digital devices. These electronic tools translate on-screen text into Braille in real-time, allowing users to navigate the internet, read emails, and write documents with ease.

Moreover, public spaces are increasingly incorporating Braille. From elevator buttons to restroom signs, the presence of Braille ensures accessibility and inclusivity for all.

Fun Facts About Braille

Global Reach: Braille is not limited to any single language. It has been adapted for numerous languages worldwide, including Chinese, Arabic, and Russian.

Musical Notation: Louis Braille also created a system for writing music in Braille, enabling visually impaired musicians to read and compose music.

Literary Richness: The first book published in Braille was “The Gospel of Mark” in 1837. Today, countless books are available in Braille, covering all genres and interests.

Public Recognition: World Braille Day, celebrated on January 4th, honors Louis Braille’s birthday and raises awareness about the importance of Braille literacy.

Challenges and Advocacy

Despite its benefits, Braille literacy rates are declining, partly due to the increasing reliance on audio books and voice-recognition software. Advocacy groups emphasize the importance of maintaining Braille education to ensure that visually impaired individuals have the skills needed for independence and employment.

Conclusion

Braille remains a cornerstone of communication for the visually impaired, symbolizing empowerment and accessibility. Its enduring relevance and adaptability to modern technology ensure that it will continue to be a vital tool for millions around the world. By understanding and supporting Braille literacy, we contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society.