OneFicWonder
Hi Sparta! I'm currently planning some of my AGOCAF spin-off and I just wanted to check something with you about the lore of New Haven. Can people still die in New Haven or is it impossible since it's already part of the afterlife?
OneFicWonder
@SpartaofGreece That sounds like you have a great plan! Also I love how you focus on having a chapter that's a "digestible length" meanwhile there's me and Grand Cero, who write chapters that always go well over 10k words! To be honest, I don't mind reading long chapters, but I know others may not feel the same. Frankly, the sweet spot for me is anywhere between 4K - 15k words when it comes to having time to read it (but I know that isn't the case for everyone, hence why you're careful with how long yours are.) One thing I do want to make sure though, is that you aren't forcing yourself to cut down on how many words you use just so you can fit it all into that 3-4K word count, because (in my eyes) the word count is always secondary to the narrative of the chapter. I really hope that you aren't too fixated on maintaining that average instead of just writing out the story you want to tell. Regardless, I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with. I'll be waiting patiently for the next chapter!
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SpartaofGreece
@OneFicWonder Actually coming along nicely! I am enjoying the pacing of not rushing it, and allowing myself to construct the chapter bit by bit each day! I used to be doing this every other day and week, until I got really burnt out and started to resent and dread writing. That's when I sat back, reevaluated, and picked out my own pacing and world building. A word of advice I will always give: Never let others influence your creative process! Always follow your heart and do what makes you feel comfortable! Granted, I know the schedule of uploads is... erratic, but I really want to make this story a project where I can have the pacing flow nicely and have something that you guys can read comfortably! Each chapter is averaging around 3-4K words, which I feel is a digestible length for the readers since I don't want to overwhelm everyone too much! But thank you so much for your interest! I'm glad to hear you like the story! :D
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OneFicWonder
@SpartaofGreece I'm very interested to see what you come up with! By the way, how is progress coming along on the next chapter?
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