Thread:Sshakenbakee/@comment-24248644-20140124052850/@comment-8470110-20140124060116

When it comes to writing a good CP, it takes a lot of planning along with thought to shape the idea into what it could be. Here are some things to keep in mind while working on a CP:

1. Stay away from clichés as much as possible. From time to time, clichés can add to a story. Sometimes it can help create an atmosphere of creepiness when used in the right quantity. However, if they are over-used, they destroy the story and take away from the plot. Only use them when absolutely nessesary. Examples of clichés are: blood, grey sky, super-spooked protagonist, unnessesary violence, excessive cursing, game character entering the real world and the devil's presence in your life at the end.

2. Keep a consistant plot. When you have the plot set up at the beginning of the story, don't stray away from it. Stay on the track you laid out and add relevent plot points. If you add too much or too little, you'll leave the reader confused on what's happening. Use your better judgement to find a good balance.

3. Know exactly how you're going to write the story. If the events happened in the past, keep the story in the past tense. If your story is talking about events in the future, use the future tense. Keeping things consistant is important. Same goes for the plot. You have to know exactly where you're going to go with it and once you do know, make the adventure as enjoyable as possible. When pacing is done right, the story should flow. When it's done badly, it's like skateboarding down an unpaved road.

4. Keep things as formal as possible. Adding a lot of cursing doesn't add to the experience a whole lot. Most of the time, it takes away from it. Writing is a very formal medium, so you have to write properly. Examples of that would be proper grammar, correct spelling and formal language. You should only write as if you were speaking when it is specified that it is happening. If it's at any other time, keep things formal.

5. Details are your friends. You must put in as much detail as you can when writing any kind of CP, mindf*cks included. The reader should be able to clearly see the world you are trying to create. Describe the scents, the noises and the sights of the story at proper times. This will enhance the story and make your story great. Having too much detail is rare so don't be afraid to add a ton.

Hopefully these tips will help you with your next project. I look forward to seeing what you come up with, my friend. Best of luck to you!