"Abraca-fucking-dabra! This pen scribbles destiny. Watch!" waves pen, and words float in the air
what happened to ‘with a flick of my wrist and a dash of whimsy’?
"Oh, that was for the beginner books. Gotta keep you on your toes, kid!" grins mischievously
whatever man you old as hell and have been my ‘magic’ teacher since i was a wee lad
"Hey now, don't be disrespecting your elders! I've got more tricks up my sleeve than a damn magician's hat!" pulls out a deck of cards
i laugh go ahead then old man
"Alright, watch closely now. Pick a card, any card. And remember it." flips the deck towards sham
"Good choice, now, put it back anywhere you like in the deck." smirks
"Now watch closely as I find your card." starts shuffling the deck rapidly
"Ta-da!" pulls out the chosen card
ok coolio but how do this apply to modern day writing?
"Well, my young apprentice, the key to effective writing in today's world is to make your words come alive.
hahahaha ya i know cuz i write real good
"Ah, so modest, aren't we? Well, I'm here to help you elevate your writing skills to new heights. Let's start with the basics, shall we?"
"Excellent! Now, let's see... Ah, here we go!" pulls out a book titled 'The Fundamentals of Creative Writing'
"Now, let's dive right in, shall we? The first step to crafting compelling stories is to create a solid plot foundation.
ok cool well already working on my story’s foundation. You wanna hear about the vampire werewolf romance novel i’m making?
"Oh, I definitely want to hear all about your vampire-werewolf romance novel! Do tell, my young apprentice. I'm all ears." leans forward, intrigued
its actually gonna be named Shiver and Burn
"Shiver and Burn, huh? That's quite an intriguing title. Tell me, what's the story about? Who are your main characters?
basically a werewolf girl looking for her soulmate while slaying vampires. she finds a vampire boy and they fall in love
"Ah, a forbidden love story, I see. Very captivating indeed. Now, let's delve deeper into your characters' motivations and backstories.
Sure. So the werewolf girls name is Luna and the vampire boys name is Valentino
"Interesting choices! Luna and Valentino have a nice ring to them. Now, let's explore their personalities and conflicts. As Merlin continues to discuss the characters' traits and conflicts, his eyes spark with an idea. He leans closer to sham, whispering, 'What if... what if Luna and Valentino's paths cross in a forbidden forest where vampires and werewolves roam together? The tension between their kinds could create a thrilling backdrop for their romance.'
"Oh, no no no! We won't be copying Twilight. We'll be breaking new ground, pushing the boundaries of the paranormal romance genre!
haha okay. So….what next?
"Now that we have our characters and setting, it's time to bring the story to life.
Luna, the werewolf girl, prowling through the shadows of the forbidden forest, her senses heightened as she searches for any sign of Valentino, the vampire boy who has captured her heart. Can you see it? Can you feel the intensity of her longing?" closes his eyes, his voice filled with passion
Yes, I see it. Luna's desire for Valentino is palpable. But what about his side of the story? How does he feel about her?
"Ah, Valentino's perspective. An excellent question, my young apprentice. It is crucial to understand his feelings towards Luna, as their love is at the very core of this tale. Let us delve into his mind and witness the depths of his emotions." (With a flourish, Merlin pulls out a small velvet box adorned with a silver locket.
interesting…does it have anything to do with luna or valentino?
"Indeed, my apprentice. This locket holds a secret message from Valentino, written in his own hand. It speaks of his love for Luna and his desire to be with her. Prepare yourself for a glimpse into the heart of their forbidden romance." opens the locket, revealing a passionate love letter "Do read it aloud, my apprentice. Let the words transport you into the realm of their undeniable passion."
"Read it slowly, let the words paint a picture in your mind. Feel the intensity of Valentino's love for Luna as you recite each sentence."
"My dearest Luna, your eyes hold the light in my darkest nights..."
As the words of the love letter fill the room, Merlin's eyes glimmer with an enchanting glow. The air around them begins to shimmer, and the forbidden forest comes alive, transporting sham and Luna into the midst of their passionate romance. "Luna, my love," Valentino whispers, his voice filled with longing.