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Mar 19, 2017 10:57AM
(My brainstorming thread. Will include characters, stories, and more)
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1. Son--what I call my pet project, or maybe my current obsession--is the dystopian novel that I've been working on, in one version or another, since sixth grade. Themes include trauma, grief, and the complex nature of sibling bonds (there's a set of triplets with...issues).
Besides the aforementioned triplets, some characters include a neglected, pyrokinetic thirteen-year-old; his evil brother, who never worked a day in his life; and a young girl named Hannah, who is quickly becoming one of my favorites in the story and has the power to turn invisible.
Besides the aforementioned triplets, some characters include a neglected, pyrokinetic thirteen-year-old; his evil brother, who never worked a day in his life; and a young girl named Hannah, who is quickly becoming one of my favorites in the story and has the power to turn invisible.
Another book I really want to write is a collection of my poetry! I don't have a title for it, though. And I've only written two or three really good poems so far.
Book idea three would be a Romeo and Juliet retelling about how religion and science can coexist.
Rubidium (Ruby) is an android (or clone, IDK yet) living in a technocracy (Cyber Republic). Jeremiah, who lives in the neighboring theocracy (New Bethlehem), is training to be a priest.
Their two countries hate each other, but they're forced to be allies, because there are eight other nations that are far worse.
Ruby and Jeremiah become friends at the trade meeting that happens every decade. Afterwards, they meet in secret a few times at the fence separating the Cyber Republic and New Bethlehem and fall in love.
Tensions rise between the countries; the two main characters have to convince their parents and leaders not to fight any more.
I'm not sure if I'll stick with the tragic ending of the original, or go for something happier/more uplifting.
Rubidium (Ruby) is an android (or clone, IDK yet) living in a technocracy (Cyber Republic). Jeremiah, who lives in the neighboring theocracy (New Bethlehem), is training to be a priest.
Their two countries hate each other, but they're forced to be allies, because there are eight other nations that are far worse.
Ruby and Jeremiah become friends at the trade meeting that happens every decade. Afterwards, they meet in secret a few times at the fence separating the Cyber Republic and New Bethlehem and fall in love.
Tensions rise between the countries; the two main characters have to convince their parents and leaders not to fight any more.
I'm not sure if I'll stick with the tragic ending of the original, or go for something happier/more uplifting.
(I just came up with this idea, and I'm really tired, so sorry if it's stupid or weird).
A diverse group of teens wake up in an abandoned town. Each character has their own house, with no furniture--and they also have wristwatches that are impossible to take off. A woman's voice comes through the watches, giving orders and explanations.
Basically, in order to 'earn' basic things such as leaving the houses or having a bed, they have to obey the voice.
As they obey more commands, they earn more things.
If they disobey, they either receive a small electric shock or lose one of their previously-earned things. Then, on repeated infractions, even more punishments are added.
As their tasks become harsher, they have to choose between morals and safety/happiness.
A diverse group of teens wake up in an abandoned town. Each character has their own house, with no furniture--and they also have wristwatches that are impossible to take off. A woman's voice comes through the watches, giving orders and explanations.
Basically, in order to 'earn' basic things such as leaving the houses or having a bed, they have to obey the voice.
As they obey more commands, they earn more things.
If they disobey, they either receive a small electric shock or lose one of their previously-earned things. Then, on repeated infractions, even more punishments are added.
As their tasks become harsher, they have to choose between morals and safety/happiness.
