Writing, Narrative & Storytelling for Writers and Gamers

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Valentine’s Gift Ideas for Writers (That They’ll Actually Use)

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The Writing Tools I Reach For When Writing Feels Hard

Writing doesn’t always fail because of discipline. Sometimes it fails because of resistance, fear, or exhaustion. These are the tools that help me keep writing without forcing it.

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4 Gentle Questions to Reflect on the Past Year Without Pressure

(for people who feel too much and are tired of pretending they don’t) January has a strange texture. It’s quieter than December, but louder in

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Storebound: Review and First Playthrough

This was my first playthrough of Storebound, and the game surprised me immediately. I expected something closer to Lethal Company or R.E.P.O. As in run

Marti Silvestre

martina@writemosphere.com

Writer & video game reviewer exploring the intersection of storytelling and gaming. Let's level up together!

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The Art of Pooping on Page (Or Writing without Fear)

Every writer wants to write better. Fewer have the guts to write badly first. But that’s how you learn writing without fear, by giving yourself

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Slaying Writer’s Block – The Guide

Writer’s block. It’s the bane of every writer’s existence: that frustrating mental wall that leaves you staring at a blank page, caught between anxiety and

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Golden Era Bingo: Your 2026 Vision Board Game

If goal lists make you feel behind before you even start, there’s nothing wrong with you.And you’re not alone in that feeling. Every December, we’re

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How to Plan Your Best Year Yet: Practical Tips and Creative Ideas

As 2024 winds down, I find myself immersed in a ritual I take very, very, very seriously: notebooks, planners, and the sacred art of organizing

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How Writers Can Stay Authentic While Navigating Social Media Validation in 2025

still remember the sting of watching a post I poured my heart into sit quietly, unnoticed, while something hastily thrown together soared. It’s been happening

Overcoming Creative Burnout: How to Reignite Your Passion

There’s a unique kind of ache that comes with creative burnout. It’s not loud or dramatic; it’s a quiet erosion. You sit down to create,