@Kamila_DeRico
Does anyone know how to turn a hand drawn image virtual without having to draw again from scratch?
@VeraChendra I tried using your suggestion, and it worked. I used IbisPaint. Thank you.
You can either hire an artist to draw for you OR upload your art onto a canvas in a digital art app / program and then draw over it. (Krita, IbisPaint, Sketchbook, Procreate, ect.)
When they start asking me if I'll join ONC this year and I whip this out:
https://www.wattpad.com/story/407369893?utm_source=android&utm_medium=link&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details_button&wp_uname=Kamila_DeRico
Yes, finally trying another genre BESIDES romance, lol
POV: Another book character says "I don't want your pity," after they've told you literally the most traumatic backstory you've ever heard.
Oh! You don't want basic compassion and sympathy humans express when told bad news? What should we do then, laugh or not react at all.
Then, the other character responds, "I don't pity you," like it's not exactly what they were just doing.
I'm sick of authors writing characters detesting simple, earnest empathy as 'strong', and making it seem like feeling and understanding someone's pain is a bad thing, or 'pity' as they so zealously put it. That's another to the long list of cliches.
@Kamila_DeRico Oh yeah now I get it. In that way, I suppose so. I do get that empathy should not be weaponised but sometimes it might be necessary in writing. For example: Imagine if its enemies to lovers trope or something. Maybe there empathy does sound condesending even if it is genuine but I think it makes more sense there but otherwise, I understand. You got a point!
@justlikethatyougotme Some people are definitely like that, and it's okay to not want anyone to pity you. That's not what I'm trying to call out here. Many books frame expressing compassion as condensation. A simple 'I'm sorry that happened to you,' is something every empathetic human says to a person going through something. It doesn't mean anyone is looking down on anyone; it's simply a way to convey sympathy towards that person and their situation. But books say it's a bad thing apparently. Mostly, I feel like how strong the word pity is, is what feels off-putting to some people. We've used that word in degrading context multiple times, so it's no wonder people don't like being in the subject of it. Petition to replace 'pity' with 'empathy', lol ➰〰️➰
Hii,
I finished writing the feedback on your story mismatch! On Discord. I really loved it so even if next month we wouldn't be partner agsin I will gladly keep reading! I wanted to remind you though, that you still need to write mine, no pressure it's just that there are only 3 days left. I hope you enjoy my story! Thankss
@ Kamila_DeRico No problem! Your story was awsome. And don't worry I didn't want to give you pressure just remind you
@Violet100413 I know. I'm so terribly sorry for keeping you waiting. I've just been so busy but I promise I'll give you your feedback. Thanks for yours ❤️
To all those waiting for your reviews, love ya for being patient.❤︎
These weeks of January have been unbearably hectic for me ☹︎ and I barely have any time to myself anymore. But don't worry, I've made progress and I'm currently drafting your reviews. Hopefully, by Monday, two reviews will be posted.
Thanks for your patience. シ︎
Hi! I see that you visit my book club, you might be interested to join. we will be starting our 2nd circle tomorrow. :) Just click my profile and fill out the form to join. :)
Seeya!
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@TheScruffyCatishMeow Hi, I'd like to join, but right now, I have a LOT on my plate. Hopefully, by February, I'll have the chance to join.
Sorry for plugging, you might wanna join in the book club
https://www.wattpad.com/story/404668785?utm_source=android&utm_medium=link&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details_button&wp_uname=lureylie_new
Hi, we are together in the Elite bookclub. Can't waite to start reading your story!
Now that I'm finally free, I decided to reopen my review shop. So if you're interested in getting a full review of your book, don't hesitate to reach out.
https://www.wattpad.com/story/406085639?utm_source=android&utm_medium=link&utm_content=share_reading&wp_page=library&wp_uname=Kamila_DeRico
Happy New Year to all my friends and acquaintances. I sincerely hope 2026 will be one of the best years you've ever experienced. Wherever you are in the world, receive my best wishes on your new year
