Ways of Thinking about Endings

Re:Ways of Thinking about Endings by blondin on Thursday June 02, 2022 @01:17PM (#31597743)

great share OP, thanks!

this is typical of writers. the author went about, from thought to thought, without giving a real practical advice. i guess, this style of teaching resonates with some people. but it somewhat saddens me.

a single practical thing stood out for me. that everything from the beginning of the story leading to a particular ending. that, and the story of the missing page.

now, i am surprised the most practical advice anyone can give was missing. word count, anyone?

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Re:Ways of Thinking about Endings by formerkrogemp on Thursday June 02, 2022 @02:06PM (#31598433)

Generally, 500 words are usual per printed page and font, etc. You can tell a story in a paragraph or in millions of words. I don't think quantifiable information is always useful unless you're authoring formulaic content. What advice were you looking for in particular? Pacing, editing, and proofreading all matter. Every reader is different so their particular advice isn't always helpful.

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Re:Ways of Thinking about Endings by inetsee on Friday June 03, 2022 @11:24PM (#31616670)

I am reminded of Hemingway's entry in a six word short story competition: "For sale, baby shoes, never worn".

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Re:Ways of Thinking about Endings by johndhi on Friday June 03, 2022 @11:12PM (#31616602)

As a writer myself, I thought the advice was quite practical. He's giving different ways you can approach writing an ending. He isn't writing the ending for you.

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