How to Write A Good Fanfiction

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  • @frutfly
    @frutfly 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4261

    "What type of fanfiction is your favorite?"
    me: *sweats nervously*

    • @barakjamil
      @barakjamil 6 ปีที่แล้ว +148

      kata .......fluff

    • @siandim9224
      @siandim9224 6 ปีที่แล้ว +451

      Smu-

    • @lethalassassin1754
      @lethalassassin1754 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Problem action/adventure. For example i read a teen wolf fanfiction called alternate last year. And honestly it was good, the plot was thought out it wasnt just the typical what if they went to a different school or blah blah. It starts at the beginning of season 3 Scott hits his head and the whole story is like a long dream but he wakes up in school, everything is different. Stiles isnt his best friend, jackson isnt popular, Derek is a school teacher, etc. But he tries to figure it all out basically he has to fix whats wrong with everyone and make things right. He befriends lydia who's a nerd, falls in love with Allison again and helps Stiles deal with abuse and his controlled life. At the end he wakes up and realises it was all a dream. It was a good length and the plot was good, each chapter had a purpose not just droning on and on. Thats the kind of stuff i like to read.

    • @indigo-streak9912
      @indigo-streak9912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +168

      ..... *Starts sweating bullets and runs away*

    • @umidk7215
      @umidk7215 6 ปีที่แล้ว +235

      All I can say is... don’t let my parents check my watch history

  • @elizabethspain3206
    @elizabethspain3206 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1843

    I love how all the “how to write good fanfic” immediately pulls up those Harry Potter examples, specifically, *Draco*

    • @hotchocolate9169
      @hotchocolate9169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      We love a hot draco fanfic dont we xD

    • @ky4774
      @ky4774 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      IKR

    • @danic5242
      @danic5242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah....

    • @moolaylay15
      @moolaylay15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol yeah

    • @itzsachielytgaminggirl4443
      @itzsachielytgaminggirl4443 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I watched this video last year to write a Jungkook ff and.. now I'm here to write Draco ff and I forgot the Draco part in this video.

  • @Digi-BlueFox
    @Digi-BlueFox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2085

    Another tip: USE THE ENTER KEY!! I've seen so many fanfics that are literally just a wall of text with no paragraphs.
    Is it really that hard to just press enter every now and again to separate, for example, the discription of an item and when a person is speaking?

    • @DinoDays703
      @DinoDays703 6 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      Digilover12 Yes this is very annoying and can make a fic unreadable for me.

    • @ravenm9522
      @ravenm9522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      How do you know when to put the spaces exactly I have a hard time with that

    • @spicyricu7217
      @spicyricu7217 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      raven m I'm kinda late but press the enter key every time new dialogue is introduce. Every time a character is about to speak, press the enter key! I hope this helped a bit~

    • @011mph
      @011mph 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      i wish i could scream this from the top of a rooftop so all fanfic writers could hear this

    • @ARC--5973
      @ARC--5973 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      A.k.a. use proper grammar and formatting.

  • @satera4527
    @satera4527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +465

    This is my endless loop:
    1. Gets a great idea
    2. Writes chapters
    3. Takes a break
    4. Go back to writing
    5. “WTF is this? Why did I write this?”
    6. Deletes the whole thing
    7. Repeat. (;´༎ຶٹ༎ຶ`)

    • @ilovem1tskii22
      @ilovem1tskii22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      facts help💀💀

    • @Dragongame89
      @Dragongame89 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I'll be like write something and after completing some pages read it to check mistake and found the whole thing as a big mistake 😂

    • @lemongloves
      @lemongloves 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      1. Gets a great idea
      2. Literally writes like 1500 words at the *most*
      3. Gets bored and decides to come back to it another time
      4. Loses interest and deletes draft
      5. Repeat 🕺🏽

    • @soobngoobr
      @soobngoobr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Imagine being the reader though

    • @strawberryxiao
      @strawberryxiao 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      IM SO GLAD IM NOT THE ONLY ONE!

  • @springseedss
    @springseedss 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1391

    You've forgotten the most important kind of fanfiction..
    X readers...
    EDIT: why are y'all still interacting with this comment, i was TWELVE when i wrote this

    • @elizabethspain3206
      @elizabethspain3206 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      Fairy_Chan 101 I personally don’t like them, but I read them anyway because of good plot

    • @newkidontheblock8662
      @newkidontheblock8662 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      your right

    • @hiiragii
      @hiiragii 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      I love me some good danganronpa x reader fanfictions.

    • @dasimations5780
      @dasimations5780 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I fucking hate them, mainly cuz all the descriptions are the same and oh my god there is no fucking plot. I read a few x Natasha Romanoff in a nice little story book, they were cute. Little adventures and shit.

    • @popsicIes
      @popsicIes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      There are both good and bad ones out there. You can usually tell what grade level people are at depending on how they write their x-readers.

  • @generico366
    @generico366 7 ปีที่แล้ว +744

    Another tip; Don't be afraid to further explore canon characters. Introducing a new character can be a great way to deviate from the standard plot and further explore the personalities of the canon characters by putting them in new situations etc. and this in turn can be used to further flesh out your original character. And never forget that adversity creates relatability. People have struggles, having your characters struggle makes them relatable and more interesting to read. Something as simple as forgetting a bag with something important in it can open up a world of possibilities for character conflict and development.

  • @onielsilva1296
    @onielsilva1296 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2921

    I get tired of writing fanfic when there's no one even trying to read them.

    • @kennethbryant832
      @kennethbryant832 8 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      Russel Niel Manrique Silva Maybe cause you have poor description and choices of words when doing so?

    • @leaconway2058
      @leaconway2058 7 ปีที่แล้ว +361

      Russel Niel Manrique Silva It's easy to get discouraged when it seems like you're just sending your hard work out into the void but don't give up! For me I write fanfics because it's fun or because I want to read a fic with certain characters that no one else has written yet (like wanting to see two characters interacting around a certain trope like amnesia or something but you can't find the fic you're looking for). That way you're writing it for yourself / out of your own interests or just because there's not enough Batman x superman fluff in the universe. If other fans like it great! If no one shows an interest, who cares you enjoy reading it yourself and it's something to work towards.
      It should also be noted that A lot of fans stay silent on fics because they're shy or think 'oh man they're so great how could they not already know'. If there is a problem with the writing then it's hard for many people to give criticism, they don't want to offend or undermine someone's work just because of a bunch of typos - so a lot of people stay silent instead.
      If you're not getting the viewers you want the simple answer is to just not care and continue writing to cater to your own interests (e.g.I want to read a fic like that one I just read but no one's written it good enough so have to write it for myself ) other ways to drum up readership if you really want it, is to post it on tumblr as well as a fanfiction site like Ao3 more platforms, means more chance at an audience! But the important thing to remember is that fanfics are made for fun and revelling in your fandom feels so don't let it bring you down. Good Luck!

    • @thelastwish558
      @thelastwish558 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      :(

    • @itsalex7162
      @itsalex7162 7 ปีที่แล้ว +284

      Dont write for others. Write for yourself.

    • @amethystrock4218
      @amethystrock4218 7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Russel Niel Manrique Silva when people act like they have a degree in writing and start to judge your writing...And your like bruh its just a hobby

  • @PeppermintCereal
    @PeppermintCereal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +813

    "Don't insert yourself into your fanfiction"
    Hold my beer

    • @lemonfromanorangetree650
      @lemonfromanorangetree650 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

      The My Hero Academia fandom: That sign can't stop me because I can't read!

    • @moeshrooms385
      @moeshrooms385 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@lemonfromanorangetree650 Literally💀

    • @yashobantadash6462
      @yashobantadash6462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Incase you are gonna do a self insert keep yourself limited to a deus ex machina don't make yourself the mc or protagonist or replace any carector inside the story

    • @koobaekbubbles3535
      @koobaekbubbles3535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LMAOCDISAKAO

    • @elizaobispo4022
      @elizaobispo4022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      How about y/n

  • @marirodriguez5778
    @marirodriguez5778 8 ปีที่แล้ว +537

    0:56 .....that moment when even TH-cam is telling you to do your reading homework.....

  • @nourbendary5925
    @nourbendary5925 8 ปีที่แล้ว +347

    i Have Not written any fanfictions but after watching this video i do consider writing one

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      +Nour Bendary Hooray (´∇ノ`*)ノ

    • @Torkai
      @Torkai 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I can never just sit down and type xD idk how people can do this

    • @thehefflesofficial2821
      @thehefflesofficial2821 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Go for it! And most importantly have funn!

    • @user-iz7wt1sq2q
      @user-iz7wt1sq2q 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm already writing one owo

    • @raidenstark315
      @raidenstark315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Which franchise do you choose?

  • @TheKgpunkin
    @TheKgpunkin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +353

    I've been working on the same Harry Potter Fanfiction for years.

    • @sandkastless
      @sandkastless 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      You done yet? It's been a year

    • @harryspandastories4755
      @harryspandastories4755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same

    • @RosesTeaAndASD
      @RosesTeaAndASD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I hope you finish it because I love them and there are so many great ones that are sadly incomplete.

    • @311dreamteam5
      @311dreamteam5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It’s been 2 years ya done?

    • @paulybeatz3688
      @paulybeatz3688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Longer than Waluigis Taco Stand lol

  • @vicomtexdaae3630
    @vicomtexdaae3630 6 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    PREACH QUEEN! I hate when people make Draco so nice. Like no. And I hate when people make ron horrible so that dramione can be a thing. No.

    • @azha_world9606
      @azha_world9606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      What makes me really weird it's when they change the personalities of the characters

    • @luvcirii
      @luvcirii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don't hate Dramione but I just can't imagine Draco having a crush on Hermione. Since he hates muggle-borns and Hermione just so happens to be one.
      And Ron is not rude or a horrible character. Sure, he can be mean sometimes but he's kind for the most part. I just don't think Dramione makes any sense.

    • @ReligiousPrime
      @ReligiousPrime 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's one thing that surprised me about the series when I watched it the first time (the whole way through), is when Hermione turned out to want Ron instead.
      I mean, at the beginning of the second film (I think) when Harry's on that staircase, Ron sees him, says his name, and smiles.
      Hermione turns around, sees him, smiles fairly slowly, and the way she says his name. Tell me that doesn't indicate she has a crush on him.
      Then in a later film when Harry's facing that dragon. Why would she be so concerned for his safety like she was if she didn't have feelings for him?

    • @MarvelLover-ii9pm
      @MarvelLover-ii9pm ปีที่แล้ว

      Same 💀-

  • @icarusthemage
    @icarusthemage 8 ปีที่แล้ว +342

    OMG yesss I hate when people make characters so OOC

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      +shami pant Yeah same here!

    • @icarusthemage
      @icarusthemage 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +RafiRaffee ( • ̀ω•́ )✧

    • @sara_daria2
      @sara_daria2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I sometimes struggle with that a lot

    • @jiminsjawlinecutme1897
      @jiminsjawlinecutme1897 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What’s oc???

    • @sara_daria2
      @sara_daria2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@jiminsjawlinecutme1897 ooc stands for Out of character. So when you're writing a fanfiction meaning you're using characters (that arent yours) from a show or book you might make them say or do things that isnt normal for them , or that doesnt fit with how they acted in their show.

  • @destinyfaciovargas4311
    @destinyfaciovargas4311 8 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    My first fanfic I ever wrote was about adventure time XDD and I was 11 or 12 years when I wrote it

    • @itsniamh1116
      @itsniamh1116 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Omg same 😂😂😂

    • @itsalex7162
      @itsalex7162 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      mine was when I was 11 about 1d and i wrote 13 chapters... I wanna die.

    • @isabellev.2483
      @isabellev.2483 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My first fanfic was a Pokémon fanfic where Elesa goes to Lumiose City.

    • @bryy4272
      @bryy4272 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mine was about FairyTail ._. I was around 10 or 11 .-.

    • @nomotivay
      @nomotivay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lmao, mine was when I was 10. Jeff the killer, I'm glad wattpad deleted my story because I was underage

  • @RafiRaffee
    @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    *GUYS! (」゜ロ゜)」I MADE A MISTAKE at around **3:22*
    It's supposed to be *Self-Insertion* not *Reader-Insert*
    #derp
    Thanks for that user who corrected it! (couldn't find your comment, did you delete it?)

    • @miki24hours82
      @miki24hours82 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😆💘its ok!, hm ur videos changed my life :D really now i am better student and etc :3 thnx for all💘😂do u wanna be friends?

    • @nadaboudra744
      @nadaboudra744 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +RafiRaffee that's ok . may i ask u a few questions? ;
      1)have u whatched: tokyo ghoul, kuroshitsuji and death note.if not well i think u really should
      2)do u believe in friendship between a guy and a girl well i do
      3) which camera do u own
      please keep reading i am sorry my english is kind of bad

    • @gabbiebradburn7016
      @gabbiebradburn7016 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Nada Boudra The camera name is in the description.

    • @gabbiebradburn7016
      @gabbiebradburn7016 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, please. We need that.

    • @nadaboudra744
      @nadaboudra744 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Space Llama oh thx

  • @CodesTheOtaku
    @CodesTheOtaku 6 ปีที่แล้ว +600

    I beg to disagree with the self-insert thing. Self-insert CAN be done well, as long as you don’t make your avatar character absolutely perfect.
    Give yourself some flaws when inserting yourself. And don’t expect the main cast to know your avatar immediately.

    • @scribblebugg7386
      @scribblebugg7386 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Right, I'm fine with reading author inserts, I just don't like when there is no flaw as the character becomes to unrelatable.

    • @13thxenos
      @13thxenos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      HPMoR was a bit of a self-insert, and although some might hate it, a lot of people think it was one of the best fanfictions ever.

    • @Samookely
      @Samookely 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      One of my favorite types of fanfic are self-inserts that are done well, and most of them aren’t even x reader fics. Sadly, those kinds are extremely rare; I can only count the number of ones that I’ve read on one hand

    • @defaultlogos2976
      @defaultlogos2976 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Samookely Can you name some of them?

    • @xkristixx
      @xkristixx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I agree! I've read several reader-inserts that were incredibly well done. This is especially the case when they have an interesting, unique story about how they got into that world and experience inner conflict about staying vs. getting back to their own world (if they even can).

  • @brujo4332
    @brujo4332 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1073

    I just avoid Existing Character x OC stories like a plague. I really don't like them.

    • @raghavancoimbatore7
      @raghavancoimbatore7 8 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      +Galaxy Neko I Totally agree with you. Have you ever watched diabolik lovers fanfiction!? GODDAMN, Whenever I checks for new fanfic, it's either and OCXsakamaki or nothing.
      I feel like- "GOD! they should go take a break from MAKING FREAKING OCs!!,"

    • @brujo4332
      @brujo4332 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      +Savithri Raghavan I've never seen Diabolik or read the fanfiction...but damn that sounds annoying. But I understand! KH is sadly like that too. RikuxOC, SoraxOC ughh.... Sorry but no. Dx

    • @lucachristina5520
      @lucachristina5520 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +Galaxy Neko if you like slash fiction though I always like it when they shove in a male oc within the main pairing since it usually very rare

    • @brujo4332
      @brujo4332 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ルカスチール oh yeah but only to make the other existing character jealous ;)

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      +Galaxy Neko Me too. I don't like them 'cause the OC isn't apart of the original story, so I don't know whether they would actually fit or not (the OC with the character I mean).

  • @ThuyNguyen-ze2fj
    @ThuyNguyen-ze2fj 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2063

    Wattpad,
    Take notes.

  • @ari-ww1fv
    @ari-ww1fv 8 ปีที่แล้ว +542

    I'm here to write about Kpop fanfics cause I have never wrote any before....but hopes the advice works 😂👏🏼

  • @MegaAshy24
    @MegaAshy24 8 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Interesting video, I don't read or write fanfictions mainly because it is something that doesn't interest me and because the majority of the fanfictions I have glimpsed at are very cringe worthy, which may be because of the points you mentioned. I know not all fanficitons are like this and I'm sure there are well written ones, but most I have seen are of a poor standard, this is just my opinion. Through my years of doing English and analysing texts I also have some tips which might be useful for fanficiton/writing in general. One important aspect for a good story is to have character development. You have to show how the events which occur around the characters shape them as individuals either through how they act and see themselves internally or through their relationships with those around them. People change. Characters change. The character from the beginning of the novel should not be the same as the end. Another point I think where people struggle is where they lack description, in this sense meaning. The point when you mentioned the author describing the person's clothing, I don't necessarily think it is the length which is the main problem (Quality is better than quantity), but the lack of meaning and detail. Yes whilst it is detailed it is not detailed in the right way. This is where I think it is important to SHOW NOT TELL! So the example when describing the ripped stocking and spiky boots, Instead of just saying that 'she wore ripped stocking and knee high leather boots.' You can describe by not just saying what is, but using descriptive words which apply to your senses and SUGGEST what it is! So this is by using the 5 types of imagery: visual, auditory (hearing), olfactory (smell), gustatory (taste) and kinesthetic (touch). So the sentence could be made better by saying ' As I/she walked the touch of the smooth leather beneath my/her knees chaffed against the pockets of skin poking through the rips of my/her stockings. Winter is coming I/she thought (lol yes xD), as I/she brushed my hand against my/her leg and felt the small sting of the protruding cold metal (this suggests that these are the spikes without saying it).' I hope this helps anyone ^_^

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      +alistar ash You are a rare treasure on the internet: someone who is willing to help others with constructive criticism. Not very many people do that without needing to be promted first. Thanks for that! :D

    • @MegaAshy24
      @MegaAshy24 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ahaha no worries! Glad I was able to help ^_^/

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      alistar ash ^_^

    • @estrellakiss
      @estrellakiss 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      alistar ash ty!

    • @watchspotting
      @watchspotting 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly! I am writing a fanfic, but it's a serious, genuine story. I don't like the stereotypical OCs, over-the-top sex scenes, and terrible grammar that fan fictions have become known for.

  • @irisw7163
    @irisw7163 8 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Thankyou this really helps me! At school I was always considered a really good writer but I have always been horrible at writing fan fictions. I add to much detail and I need to figure out a clear plot. Can't wait to begin writing my phan fic

  • @marinette2844
    @marinette2844 8 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    I once wrote a Madoka x Homura fanfic... It makes me cringe, I wrote it around 2 am and now I'm just thinking "what the frick"

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Yoshinon Hahaha! xD

    • @watchspotting
      @watchspotting 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yeah. It seems like anything written after midnight is destined to be terrible.

  • @MamiK00
    @MamiK00 8 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I call my 'beta-reader' my editor and she has a habit of attacking me with the book when she's done reading.

    • @MamiK00
      @MamiK00 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      And I write fanfics of anything I like, though I'm particularly drawn to anime

  • @bellebelle3561
    @bellebelle3561 8 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Me: *hears MCR being mention*
    Me: *pauses the video* mY CHEMICAL ROMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANCE
    Me: Okay, continue *clicks play*

  • @MsPantsuKingdom
    @MsPantsuKingdom 8 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I don't read/write fanfiction but these are some really good points when writing any sort of story!
    But when I do stumble across one, I feel that the writer didn't proof read it before submitting it, and it will usually be filled with mistakes or just be very confusing xD

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +MsPantsu Haha yeah! A lot of the times the writers are just kids so they don't even think of proof-reading their fanfic before publishing it hahaha.

  • @bee4145
    @bee4145 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Me: *hears about Draco and a muggleborn Gryffindor*
    *continues reading dramione fan-fiction*

    • @hotchocolate9169
      @hotchocolate9169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That is me rn omg but the best ship is drapple ^-^

    • @user-bg4bm7mo3u
      @user-bg4bm7mo3u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hotchocolate9169 lol mines drarry and drapple smh

    • @ashwinimaheswari4965
      @ashwinimaheswari4965 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol! Me too!

    • @asterisque9252
      @asterisque9252 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love both dramione and drarry, bc i read only for the plots, and honestly, these two ships give some of the best plots.

    • @priya3300
      @priya3300 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      drarry >>>

  • @Arlothed1no
    @Arlothed1no 8 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I write fanfictions on wattpad. Currently it's only one fanfic but i plan on making more. So, of you're a melanie martinez fan, have fun.

    • @Arlothed1no
      @Arlothed1no 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Isabel Esquivel-Isidoro PiperDonev

    • @jayblade2000
      @jayblade2000 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +PeaceSignTape How long can the stories be? I have some that are 20-40 pages wrong.Can I put it in one story, or do I need to have chapters?

    • @Arlothed1no
      @Arlothed1no 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      As long as you want.

    • @azha_world9606
      @azha_world9606 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same but I'm not sure yet because I want to make a fanfic about a Underrated ship non-canon but I'm little scare that people would think that is stupid.

  • @HH.UNKNxWN
    @HH.UNKNxWN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I adore reading and writing fan fiction, so this was super helpful for my publishes! I write my stories mainly from video-game fandoms, such as Little Nightmares or the Dream SMP

  • @angeltehkitteh2012
    @angeltehkitteh2012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    "dont go overboard with your character descriptions!"
    *my immortal flashbacks O_o*

  • @jewellwilliams5990
    @jewellwilliams5990 8 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I wrote one about Ouran High School Host Club, where my character is torn between Kaoru and Tamaki :) I ended up deleting it because I didn't make the plot before hand so I didn't have a place for my story to go. Thanks for the tips! They helped me alot :)

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      +Jewell Williams You're welcome! I hope your next fic will work out better than your last one!

    • @robynrho
      @robynrho 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      omfg i am also writing about OHSHC, and literally all of my fanfics are about them XD

    • @zuzu6864
      @zuzu6864 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I once tried doing that... didn't work out

  • @meghanb.9322
    @meghanb.9322 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you! This was very useful for me as I am new at the 'Fanfiction' thing. I have always loved reading them but only recently become obsessed with writing them...

  • @rafiabintaali8530
    @rafiabintaali8530 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I am actually a FanFiction writer and I am currently in Danny Phantom Fandom :) This video was very helpful for me, Thanks a ton!

  • @emmad3567
    @emmad3567 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    You almost directly referenced My Immortal in this video I died laughing 😂

    • @ephemeralistic469
      @ephemeralistic469 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Emma D My name is Ebony Dark'ness Dementia Raven Way.

  • @hyunhosmilkshake
    @hyunhosmilkshake 8 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    i still really don't know how to write fanfics in my wattpad.. it's still blank and i don't have any ideas in my mind... so i write lyrics in my wattpad instead even my anime list too...

  • @icetalia2962
    @icetalia2962 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    In my fanfic, Eli met Aesop in the first chapter, but they fell in love later in the series. The conflict was an obsessive friend of Aesop’s, and Eli’s past that hits him later on.

  • @6maria94
    @6maria94 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    hey ;) I write fanfics, and I loved this video xD
    you said a lot of useful stuff!!
    Congrats, I bet you made some better writters ^^

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +6maria94 Thank you! ( ´∀`)

    • @jungkookiehasakookie4868
      @jungkookiehasakookie4868 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      RafiRaffee i make fanfiction but i sometimes make a lot of mistakes on my spelling how can i improve my writeing

  • @celestialqueen7047
    @celestialqueen7047 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I really love the emotional fanfictions because at the end I always get to learn a little bit from them^^
    By the way, when your able would you please consider making a video on how to make a good OC please?

  • @thubelicious1
    @thubelicious1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Disney XD: ends some favourite shows.
    Fan fiction: perfect

  • @eastern_coyote
    @eastern_coyote 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve been working on a Warrior Cats fanfiction for a while now and I’m really excited about it! :D

    • @Alleyoop1-7Fanfiction
      @Alleyoop1-7Fanfiction ปีที่แล้ว

      Omg i wrote a whole new Warrior Cat book when I was a kid and gifted it to my then best friend who moved away to a different school when we were 9, so I never really spoke to them again. Now I kinda wish I had the book back because I thought it was good and I want to see if it was as good as I thought 😂 I never realized, I wrote a Warrior Cats book in elementary school and a Sailor Moon book in High School for an assignment…I’ve been writing fanfiction since I was like 7 and I never realized it until I read this comment 😅😂❤

  • @Elgatosupremacy
    @Elgatosupremacy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    - Key points -
    1. Have a plot: Intro, conflict, climax, falling action, resolution > "a story without conflict is not a real story"
    2. Stay in character (e.g. a bitchy person isn't going to be nice for no reason)
    3. Avoid Mary Sue & reader insert > biggest turn off is when an author inserts herself into a fanfiction and makes herself perfect, flawed characters are more relatable
    4. Don't use too many dialogues > sounds messy
    5. Don't use too much description > consider what the reader is interested in, just get into the story!
    6. Use the right POV: 1st person, 2nd person, 3rd person > limited input based on which character is telling the story
    7. Don't type in a whole ass song
    8. Check your spelling and grammar and find beta readers
    9. Stay consistent with writing even tho you don't post it

  • @Amber96Anime
    @Amber96Anime 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love fan fiction, its a good alternative to have when I've had my fill of the usual T.v, Movies, Anime and Manga. Its fun to see what other people can come up with, when using characters from T.v shows or Anime.
    I tend to write a lot of fan fictions from various Anime and T.v shows, but I can get easily distracted, then end up loosing interest all together. Which happens to annoy a lot of the people who read my stories, though, I can't say I really blame them - since I also feel that way with other authors who don't update regularly. Lol.

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Amber96Anime Yep I agree!
      Haha I can totally relate to that (ᗒᗊᗕ)

  • @kwanzatrotman6337
    @kwanzatrotman6337 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Maybe because I am not a true fanfic reader but I don't mind the in depth descriptions as long as they are creative and don't occur often thus messing up the flow of the story.
    The incorrect grammar is a HUGE turn-off for me! They're lots of fanfics that have good stories but many times the grammar sucks big time. I got into a few chapters of one badly worded fanfic and even considered helping the person out before realizing that the story was already done and there would be too much stress to work on it now.
    As a manga reader, I feel that last comment about the long breaks. Those who are being paid for the work they produce sometimes take up to years before they continue the work (WHHYYYY?!!! [..I know...they got their reasons...]). So, I won't try to imagine how painful it must be for a fanfic reader to wait without a hint of knowing when the next chapter will be uploaded.
    Thanks for your honest tips in this video, RafiRafee. Have a good day!
    Also, good luck to all those writers out there. Remember to be supportive, fellow readers! ^_^

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Kwanza Trotman Yep! In depth descriptions are fine as long as they make actual sense, unlike the example I gave in this video haha! (ノ・∀・)ノ
      Agree, bad grammar hurts my eyes too, even though my grammar is not perfect either, at least it's readable xD
      Yep yep! I feel really sad whenever the manga I'm reading goes on hiatus too. Same goes for fanfiction.
      Thank you for your comment! Have a good day! ♪(๑ᴖ◡ᴖ๑)♪

    • @kwanzatrotman6337
      @kwanzatrotman6337 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +RafiRaffee lol, yea.
      You're welcome. Thanks, too ^_^
      Please keep up the good work.

  • @spookysomeone
    @spookysomeone 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you're so adorable! also, this video was so helpful for me, thanks!

  • @s_eria
    @s_eria 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much . Whenever I read fan fiction(BTS) I always notice that any bts member is like really cold at the very start then like honey cakes at the end when they fall in "love" . It kinda irritates me in a way . I hope I'm not alone on this . Anyways thank you for the tips as I'm currently writing a fan fiction at the moment , it really helps !!!😊

  • @Marina-yd1ur
    @Marina-yd1ur 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would definitely read your fan fiction!^^
    You are putting so much effort on your videos!!They are getting better and better

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Marina * Hehe thank you! (●⌒∇⌒●)

    • @Marina-yd1ur
      @Marina-yd1ur 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +RafiRaffee Your welcomeee 👑👑💗💗

  • @faithtan3385
    @faithtan3385 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    7:11 I'VE SEEN SO MANY PEOPLE DO THIS IT'S SO ACCURATE XD

  • @Alleyoop1-7Fanfiction
    @Alleyoop1-7Fanfiction ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Staying in character is so important, even with “dark” versions of stories and AUs that we’re all so fond of 😅 Now that I’m writing regularly, these tips are really useful.

  • @denisafasola9395
    @denisafasola9395 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The part with Hinata and the “grooar” were hilarious 10/10

  • @claraartnow6645
    @claraartnow6645 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Thank you very much! I'm planning to write a story (and draw the comic) this summer and the things you said are very helpful for me! I noticed some fails you mentioned but I also realised the other ones.

  • @indigobrayne5507
    @indigobrayne5507 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've been trying to work on some fanfictions, mainly of x canon ones. I often avoid ship fan fictions because people can be very toxic about them and the characters are often very ooc which is honestly a massive pet peeve of mine. I get a bit worried though because so many people hate and actively shit on oc x canon stories. I also just love reading about peoples OCS since making and reading about characters is something I love.

  • @ggukxcore8303
    @ggukxcore8303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i got a 2 tips first is characters
    you can make a personality for a character and then if you want to use a kpop idol, an actor, an insta model or whoever popular, make sure you write that before you publish your story, for example you have a character with a shiny personality and is nice to everyone, but you want him to look like Draco, then make sure you mention that, if you write everything about hogwatrs then it's stupid to change the peoples personality
    for the description, i think (personally) writing details helps with your imagination, as to imagine that scene and everything how it happened, but ofc you don't wanna over do it (as she said in the video) uste the enter key, it's better to make a few middle length paragraphs than to have the whole page written out or you can use pictures, for places and clothes even tho i personally prefer describing it out
    hope you stay motivated and do a great job❤️

  • @wires-sl7gs
    @wires-sl7gs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    10:00 That moment when you haven't updated your fanfic in over a year...

  • @eyeriottt
    @eyeriottt 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped A LOT. I'm writing a fanfic right now and I needed help. THANK YOU

  • @mitsukihikarashi4512
    @mitsukihikarashi4512 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    XD I'm sorry, I'm the person who writes too many dialogues. thank you for making me realise this, I'll try my best XD

  • @chezca2405
    @chezca2405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was planning on making a kpop fanfic and planning to make it absolutely amazing just like the ones that I've read
    Tysm for all of your amazing advices I hope these will help me ❤️

  • @lucymueller2998
    @lucymueller2998 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really love this video and I was just wondering if you could do an updated morning routine or a reanactment of a fanfiction you have made. Love you ❤️😀

  • @bubsub5480
    @bubsub5480 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the way that she edits the video with/without knowing she edits the video with her eyes just open

  • @echogaybaldfith7466
    @echogaybaldfith7466 8 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Eh you're a writer? You ought to make a Wattpad account :D

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      +Peach Pinkmew Hahaha I've stopped writing ever since I got to college though, and now I'm focusing more on making videos ( ^∇^)

  • @harryspandastories4755
    @harryspandastories4755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally came on this video to help me write good Harry Potter fanfic.. I DIDNT KNOW YOU WERE GOING TO MENTION DRACO HATING MUGGLEBORNS!😭😭😭
    Back to the planning board

  • @skycreeper0173
    @skycreeper0173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is pretty informative and straight to the point, amazing video. That'll help me a ton with my Five Nights at Freddy's AU, which ironically enough, will not be told via text but rather as a series of 3D animations told in chronological order lol.

  • @morganicsmoothie964
    @morganicsmoothie964 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    :O I was just browsing my Recommended feed and found this, clicked on it, and OH MY GOSH HER VOICE IS SO SOOTHING!!

  • @ThatPhilosopher
    @ThatPhilosopher 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've had some good ideas for Fanfiction in my mind for ages!!! I just haven't had the time to get it down on paper.
    Thanks for another helpful video!!!

    • @ThatPhilosopher
      @ThatPhilosopher 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Btw I laughed so many times in this video!

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Angel Grimes Woot good luck! (*^▽^)/

  • @echolilyentertainmentssion3665
    @echolilyentertainmentssion3665 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    your really good at this.i like fiction and romance fandom.

  • @abbyagust
    @abbyagust 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    ok one, there was 666 comments before i commented xP
    two, why isnt she blinking...

    • @summerboggs7334
      @summerboggs7334 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      6:06 she blinked *I'm so late just shhh*

  • @NightFuryLightningstrike
    @NightFuryLightningstrike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks these are really great tips. I’ve only just recently started writing fanfiction stories. I think my most populer one is Tempest’s Confession, it’s a Wings Of Fire fanfic

  • @xhobispritex7552
    @xhobispritex7552 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i made a fanfic and it got about 74K reads in wattpad but that was 2 years ago.
    now that i’m rereading it, i am internally cringing.

  • @JEE_jeon
    @JEE_jeon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    omg this is so helpful for a beginner like me, thank you!

  • @kuhrerderfuhrersnens2333
    @kuhrerderfuhrersnens2333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "Do not use too much Dialoge" shakespeare: 😶

  • @cringe3679
    @cringe3679 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow this video was very thorough and clear! Thank you for this quality tutorial 💯

  • @jisooseyelashes266
    @jisooseyelashes266 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow! Really nice video! Thanks for explaining! Hey, can you please answer a question? Should I write the fanfic first, and then publish it, or should I write it until the end and then publish it?Thank you for your time :) ^^

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +icantfindjiminsjams I think it's better to finish it first before publishing it, but a lot of people seem to prefer writing and publishing at the same time, so it depends on your preference really! (o^∀^o)

    • @jisooseyelashes266
      @jisooseyelashes266 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OMG you answered! Thank you!!! :D

    • @DieLøwinWølf
      @DieLøwinWølf 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jisoo!

    • @funmitalabi9607
      @funmitalabi9607 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My story is too gosh darn long to finish at once before publishing, I also want to get a speedy opinion and build up a fan base going step by step. New ideas also come from the reviews speculations on what's happening and extremely useful advice is handed out on your content. You do you though :).

  • @Alexander-px5od
    @Alexander-px5od 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've definitely written fanfiction haha... Of course, it was a Harry Potter fanfiction. The first draft was... absolutely awful. As of today (Jan 1, 2021, happy new year!) I've been working on the story for FIVE. YEARS.
    It's really weird to think about. But I'm also so proud because 5 years gave me a lot of time to get to know my characters and the characters in the HP universe better! I was definitely one of those authors who wrote Draco out to be nice when he's actually a huge git.... And I can write him much more realistically now! ("Realistically" haha,,)
    I'm on my second draft for the story and nearly finished, but I plan to make a THIRD draft just to make sure it's all good.
    I could go on about my story and how much of a pain it's been, but it's really a labor of love, and it all started with an idea and my (now) best friend ❤

  • @Emmasplaylist100
    @Emmasplaylist100 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was literally just watching you! XD

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Emma Gracen Haha no wonder you were quick xD

    • @Emmasplaylist100
      @Emmasplaylist100 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +RafiRaffee I actually got a notification XD

  • @zero7649
    @zero7649 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm currently writing an 'Ouran High-school Host Club' fanfiction, and I love reading stories where the protagonist is hurting, and must rely on their friends and family to seek acceptance and love.
    The 'hurt/comfort' fanfics if you must.

  • @theparadox413
    @theparadox413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Have a plot"
    *sweats as the only plot I have is Smut*

  • @Andyttcc
    @Andyttcc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ha ha ha I came here because I want to write Dramione Fanfic!! So you mentioning Draco was so cool!!!! And I loved Hinata's voice over lmao

  • @ilxveydvey8506
    @ilxveydvey8506 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    “Don’t use song lyrics”
    Me: *thinks about BTS fanfics* Whoops

  • @naturalinstinct4950
    @naturalinstinct4950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yes. i've been writing a AU fanfiction of Legend of Korra. "Reign of Vengeance" is the title. the story follows Korra as she rise to power and makes grand plans to avenge her parents(Killed by Red Lotus) and get back on Suyin(who is the Great Uniter in this timeline).

  • @KirLura
    @KirLura 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What type of fanfiction do you like to read the most
    Me : sweating profusely
    Me : you know everybody does this I just need my daily dose of angst

  • @legendskitty2121
    @legendskitty2121 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a bunch! This doesn't just help fanfiction writers, but writers in general. I came here because I just finished spending 3 days reading the most amazing, nearly flawless fanfiction. I wanted so badly to be able to write that well, because I had a story I wanted to tell. A while ago I made a really bad, cringy fanfiction, one of those self insert, Me OC x Main character stories. I hated it, and although I wrote 7 chapters I quit. But with the extra dose of creativity, and these instructions, I feel I can do a lot better now, with a fresh idea. Just a tip though, to anyone reading this comment. Write a story you'd want to read. Make it a good concept, well written, and see where it will take you. Thinking this now, I'm going to cut out the OCs. Where 90% of the characters in my old story were OCs, now they will be canonical characters. I will keep them in character. And I probably will avoid a straight up romance this time, instead make the focus possibly healing after hurt, and friendship. So wish me luck guys. And once again, thank you.
    PS. The amazing fanfiction I was talking about is Phantom of Truth, and especially its sequel Shadow of a Doubt. Be warned though, they are over 300000 words combined, longer than the Harry Potter books I think. Make sure you have time on your hands before you stay up till 5 AM like me reading them >u

  • @MLPMoonStarArtTM
    @MLPMoonStarArtTM 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow, thank you for actually making this video! It helps me a lot! I'm glad you are one of those youtubers that reaches out to their audiences and takes in their suggestions. (^∇^)

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +SweetSpot16 Haha you're welcome! I hope you found this (a wee bit) helpful (。´∀`)ノ

  • @shubhramishra3380
    @shubhramishra3380 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much dear... You are awesome... I really wanted to write a fan fiction but had no idea how to... Now thanks to you I know how to do it... Thank you

  • @taekookislife2659
    @taekookislife2659 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This advice is so good. But I'm having a writer's block.. 😅which I don't understand because um only 12

  • @jacquelinemora7972
    @jacquelinemora7972 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the video! Thanks for all the tips and I usually write about books or anime! I ❤️. Fan fiction!

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Jacqueline Mora Thank you for watching! (◕‿◕✿)

    • @jacquelinemora7972
      @jacquelinemora7972 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +RafiRaffee You're welcome I love your videos! ❤❤❤

  • @indigo-streak9912
    @indigo-streak9912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wattpad authors,
    Take notes. This shit's how you do fanfictions.

    • @zuzu6864
      @zuzu6864 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Notes taken

  • @mishiraK
    @mishiraK 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a fanfiction writer and I write any fandom that I know and know the characters. Your video helped me a lot. So thank you for making it! ^^ By the way, I don't like celebrity X Reader. It just weird to imagine yourself being with the celebrity. I prefer anime characters and fictional characters. Because I know they do not exist in the real world except when they play as the character but it's okay they not like that in real world.

  • @user-yc4zq7ho3j
    @user-yc4zq7ho3j 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My first fan fiction was something about the
    Legend of Zelda...
    I was like 8 or 10...

  • @0daf022
    @0daf022 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I read sometimes fan fiction, but the first I ever read is a fiction of the prince Nuada (in the BD or movie Hellboy).
    P.S. I love how you always make sure that you don't insult or said things that can insult other people ^^ (it's not something that every youtubers do :\ ... sadly) and Bonjour du Québec (it's a province in Canada) !

  • @tiffsyyy2470
    @tiffsyyy2470 8 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I do write FanFiction
    Slugterra fandom
    I dun use beta reader
    I use my mom
    😁😁😁😁

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Tiffany Chua Good idea.

    • @tiffsyyy2470
      @tiffsyyy2470 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Kyrst O'Keefe seriously tho
      ur mom has to be a eng master to become your 'personal beta reader"

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tiffany Chua Yeah, definitely. English expert mums are rare, probably.

    • @tiffsyyy2470
      @tiffsyyy2470 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Kyrst O'Keefe my mum's an English teacher

    • @KyrstOak
      @KyrstOak 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tiffany Chua That's good for your fanfictions.

  • @jaylawrence8673
    @jaylawrence8673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some of the fan fictions I write are the kind where you make the characters from the movie watch the movie. It's all character reactions with very little plot other than everyone sitting around being forced to watch the movie, but the reactions are awesome!

  • @aliahespinal7097
    @aliahespinal7097 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The "Stay in character" made a lot of sense, so bcs im a writer who writes about kpop male artist along with the main female, Y/n. I don't use, Lisa, momo, mina, somi or other female kpop artist to be the female villain...instead i use them as Y/n's friend, siblings or family members related to her and I use my own made up characters to be the female/male villain.
    Because i find it super cringe to use them idols as the villains of the story lmao 💀

    • @ggukxcore8303
      @ggukxcore8303 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i can agree, i'm writing a story where Jungkook is a mafia leader, now i made him cold but also some moments he can be soft, BUT i announced that i own the personality of him as in the storyline, and that i do not expect him to act like that in real life, as it's just fiction and i'm using him to represent my character

  • @jasmink2232
    @jasmink2232 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really love the work you put into your videos!

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Jasmin Abdel Karim Thank you! (=´∇`=)

    • @jasmink2232
      @jasmink2232 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +RafiRaffee OMG YOU REPLIED! 😱

  • @twitterforandriod1560
    @twitterforandriod1560 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    2:50
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    Other world Hinata

  • @AlphaWolfShade
    @AlphaWolfShade 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video!
    Yes I have written fan fiction before and I've been doing it since 2012. I've written for Call of Duty, Halo, Alpha and Omega, Dragon Ball Z, Bleach, Naruto, Rosario + Vampire, Red vs Blue, Resident Evil, Minecraft, Fallout, and Undertale!

  • @twinsister2780
    @twinsister2780 8 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Just so you know, Beta is pronounced Bay-tuh.

  • @cielkaulitz
    @cielkaulitz 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    i used to write fanfics but i stopped because of several reasons. I didn't have time for it anymore since I've become busy with school, i've gone on a really bad writer's block, and I kinda felt bad about what I wrote because I was writing about someone who is an actual person (I've written some that are graphic and unrealistic, that's why). I'm not saying that it's bad. those are just my personal reasons. I think that it's cool that people share their creativity, and that there is someone enjoying their works.
    another great video! it's not really limited to fanfics, but your tips can also be used in writing in general. :)

    • @RafiRaffee
      @RafiRaffee  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Not Jemeh Ah I know how that feels. I stopped writing too once I got in college because there just wasn't enough time.
      Haha (๑>ᴗ

  • @kjoon6593
    @kjoon6593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Plz blink...

  • @OfficialGGBazar
    @OfficialGGBazar 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you Rafi for sharing your thoughts and opinions on how to make fun fictions!!! now i can wright my own now thanks again! :D

  • @mingascaavila7187
    @mingascaavila7187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    *writes Jackson x Mark fanfics*

    • @stickerqueen69
      @stickerqueen69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      shh don’t expose yourself

  • @ayuumorienjoyer5913
    @ayuumorienjoyer5913 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am always chanting "quality over quantity, show don't tell" in my mind and sometimes even out loud when writing descriptive bits. Another thing that really helps figure out the quality thing is "What can the people in the story see?" Like Raven's gloves and stockings, it's not important unless either the people outside can see it, or that specific pair of gloves is something for the rereaders to cry about because they know they're importantly sad later on. Important style choices are either relevant to the interpersonal(relating to others) or intrapersonal(relating to the self)
    Also, another descriptive thing that's really important to me. Like she said, too much description can get annoying, and fanfic vets know walls of text are such a turnoff. So if you feel the need to include a bunch of description, ask yourself what's really important, and once you've trimmed it, if what's left still feels like too much, it's super simple to find what you think is an appropriate separation point and split the paragraph. Interrupt with absent thoughts, even. Like the kind people could plausibly have while getting dressed. A simple "I'm hungry, better hurry up." or "These socks are too fucking small." or "Wonder what Georgia's doing. I should call her later." goes a long way to make your character feel like they're not fantastical hollow structures.
    Anxious thoughts, miffed thoughts, dumb and sleepy thoughts, "I'm not excited for science today," thoughts. Any thought someone could have passing through their mind while doing an activity that doesn't require much works. This is also a pretty cool way to show comfort, skill, or even passive klutziness. You wouldn't think about something occupying that happened yesterday while cooking over a hot stove unless you were either a really good cook or a really bad one. Even shooing away thoughts counts as a personality at play if it's accompanied by a "I have to focus on what I'm doing." a clumsy or disciplined person could both have that thought, distinguished maybe by a "I should be responsible" or a "With my luck, I'd burn the house down."
    And everyone's funny in their own head! Have the character think, or even mutter aloud, jokes to themselves to snicker at. And really, as one of the things I just love to see, PASSIVE DEMEANOR CHOICES. If a character is annoying, give them an ANNOYING WALK. PLEASE I LOVE IT SO. Not the mean girl walk either. I'm not hating on people who like it, but that's not even what I'm referring to! I'm talking they skip while humming loudly in the most inconsiderate way! They kick their feet up high and wear these loud shoes so everyone flinches at the echo-y click when their heels come down!
    Characters showing hyper-awareness or no awareness at all of their surroundings for responsibility, mental health, or personality reasons is so wonderful too. It's so weird to me that so many people from different walks of life can see the same overused blueprint and not think about switching it up. The stereotype of Y/N is this beauty-standard fitting girl who has no reason to hate herself or stutter that much. Give her a world-fitting traumatic backstory that explains the off-putting self-loathing and gives her an actual speech impediment. So as not to be offensive to people with speech impediments, if you want to go that route, do your research.
    Fanfiction is built on the concept of a base, added to by someone who cares. The difference between an oldie but a goodie trope like well-written enemies to lovers and a bothersome cliche is how it's handled. Put in effort, check your grammar, do your best with your ideas.

  • @flopilla2012
    @flopilla2012 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I feel like she's staring at my soul... xD