+ Romantic Starters (that Aren’t Really Romantic)

Words to replace said, except this actually helps

I got pretty fed up with looking for words to replace said because they weren’t sorted in a way I could easily use/find them for the right time. So I did some myself.

IN RESPONSE TO Acknowledged Answered Protested

INPUT/JOIN CONVERSATION/ASK Added Implored Inquired Insisted Proposed Queried Questioned Recommended Testified

GUILTY/RELUCTANCE/SORRY Admitted Apologized Conceded Confessed Professed

FOR SOMEONE ELSE Advised Criticized Suggested

JUST CHECKING Affirmed Agreed Alleged Confirmed

LOUD Announced Chanted Crowed

LEWD/CUTE/SECRET SPY FEEL Appealed Disclosed Moaned

ANGRY FUCK OFF MATE WANNA FIGHT Argued Barked Challenged Cursed Fumed Growled Hissed Roared Swore

SMARTASS Articulated Asserted Assured Avowed Claimed Commanded Cross-examined Demanded Digressed Directed Foretold Instructed Interrupted Predicted Proclaimed Quoted Theorized

ASSHOLE Bellowed Boasted Bragged

NERVOUS TRAINWRECK Babbled Bawled Mumbled Sputtered Stammered Stuttered

SUAVE MOTHERFUCKER Bargained Divulged Disclosed Exhorted

FIRST OFF Began

LASTLY Concluded Concurred

WEAK PUSY Begged Blurted Complained Cried Faltered Fretted

HAPPY/LOL Cajoled Exclaimed Gushed Jested Joked Laughed

WEIRDLY HAPPY/EXCITED Extolled Jabbered Raved

BRUH, CHILL Cautioned Warned

ACTUALLY, YOU’RE WRONG Chided Contended Corrected Countered Debated Elaborated Objected Ranted Retorted

CHILL SAVAGE Commented Continued Observed Surmised

LISTEN BUDDY Enunciated Explained Elaborated Hinted Implied Lectured Reiterated Recited Reminded Stressed

BRUH I NEED U AND U NEED ME Confided Offered Urged

FINE Consented Decided

TOO EMO FULL OF EMOTIONS Croaked Lamented Pledged Sobbed Sympathized Wailed Whimpered

JUST SAYING Declared Decreed Mentioned Noted Pointed out Postulated Speculated Stated Told Vouched

WASN’T ME Denied Lied

EVIL SMARTASS Dictated Equivocated Ordered Reprimanded Threatened

BORED Droned Sighed

SHHHH IT’S QUIET TIME Echoed Mumbled Murmured Muttered Uttered Whispered

DRAMA QUEEN Exaggerated Panted Pleaded Prayed Preached

OH SHIT Gasped Marveled Screamed Screeched Shouted Shrieked Yelped Yelled

ANNOYED Grumbled Grunted Jeered Quipped Scolded Snapped Snarled Sneered

ANNOYING Nagged

I DON’T REALLY CARE BUT WHATEVER Guessed Ventured

I’M DRUNK OR JUST BEING WEIRDLY EXPRESSIVE FOR A POINT/SARCASM Hooted Howled Yowled

I WONDER Pondered Voiced Wondered

OH, YEAH, WHOOPS Recalled Recited Remembered

SURPRISE BITCH Revealed

IT SEEMS FAKE BUT OKAY/HA ACTUALLY FUNNY BUT I DON’T WANT TO LAUGH OUT LOUD Scoffed Snickered Snorted

BITCHY Tattled Taunted Teased

Back to the Wall

“You’ve got me… Now what?”

“Don’t tell me you’re chickening out.”

“You’re mine now.”

“Your lips look so soft from up close. Kissable.”

“You look like you want to devour me.”

“No where to run. But you didn’t want to escape, did you?”

“Your heart’s racing. What are you afraid I’m going to do?”

“I can’t resist you.”

“I knew I could get you to chase me. You’re so easy to rile up.”

“You’re shaking… ”

“No more teasing.”

“You’ve been taunting me all day. Was this what you were after?”

“As they say, turnabout is fair play.”

“You thought I was just going to lay back and take it?”

“You’re starting to realize you’re in over your head, aren’t you?”

“I’m going to take what’s mine.”

“Now that I’ve caught you - on your knees.”

“You shiver every time I breathe in your ear. How cute~.”

“You didn’t know you were into this, did you?”

“Fuck, I love it when you do this.”

“Don’t forget who’s in control.”

“You’ve been pushing your luck. This is a reminder of who’s in charge.”

“Are you gonna give it to me? Or are you all bark and no bite?”

“Don’t get cocky.”

“I hope this is going where I think it is.”

“Don’t worry, I like things a bit rough.”

“Now that’s what I call foreplay.”

“You’re hot as hell when you get all in my face like this.”

“Is that it? Didn’t you want to prove a point?”

“I can feel how bad you want me. Give in.”

“If you want out, this is your last chance.”

Top Tips for Clues, Red Herrings, and Breadcrumbs

One of the most important parts of writing MYSTERY is figuring out what to do with clues and red herrings - and how to use them effectively. Here’s some advice that’s never steered me wrong: 

Hide the real clue before the false ones! Most people, so by extent your readers and your sleuth, tend to focus on the last piece of information presented to them. A good strategy is to mention/show your real clue and then quickly shift focus. 

Do a clue cluster! Squeeze your real clue in among a whole pile of red herrings or other clues, effectively hiding it in plain sight. This works especially well with multiple suspect mysteries. 

Struggling to think of what a clue could be? Try this list: 

Physical objects: Letters, notes, tickets, emails, keepsakes, text messages, diaries, etc. 

Dialogue: voicemail recordings, overheard conversations, hearsay, gossip, rumours. All of these can hold grains of truth! 

Red herrings distract and confound your protagonist and your reader, so you should be careful not to overuse them. Well balanced, red herrings should lead your characters down false paths to create confusion, tension, and suspense.

Contradictions! Have characters claim they did so-and-so at such-and-such a time, but other characters have evidence that contradicts this.

Balance! Avoid a clue that’s so obvious it’s like a neon sign saying “Look at me, I’m a clue!” but don’t make it so obscure it’ll be missed entirely. A good clue should leave a reader saying “Damn, I should have noticed that” 

50 more or less fluffy/romantic prompt sentences & dialogue ideas

🌺 Feel free to use this prompt list however you like if you're interested! But please tag/ credit me or reblog this post, i would love to see what you creatout of one (or more) of these prompts! And of course im going to reblog your creation as well <3

🌺 You can also use these prompts or from the other list i will post in the future if you want to request a Reader x One shot from me! (Please keep the rules in mind)

🌺 Have fun!

“You are way to cute.”

“I like it when your face is all red.”

“You're shivering... do you want my pullover/Hoodie/Jacket?”

“Can I hold your hand?”

“I had a really bad day.” “Oh... is there something I can do to make your day better?” “Yeah. Lets cuddle.”

“You're purring like a cat”

“I'm sorry.” “For what?” “For loving you.”

“I'm not ready to give up, not yet.”

“Stop looking at me like that or I'm gonna kiss you.”

“I'm pretty sure about my feelings.”

“Shit, you- you are beautiful.”

“I know this will sound very cliche but... how about we cuddle for warmth?”

“You don't need to be shy. If you want to touch me than do it.”

“Stop running away from your feelings.”

“But... I never kissed somebody before.” “...I can show you how it works.”

“Prove it.”

“Ten times. You can kiss me ten times and not one time more.”

“Its a three step-plan. First I'm gonna hold your hand, then I'm gonna kiss you and the last step is... making love to you.”

“I'm patient. I can wait for you.”

“I loved you since I can think, and I will continue to love you till the last time I will be able to think.”

“Fuck it, I love you!”

“We are not friends any more, are we?” “No. We aren't. But... i think we are more.”

“...Did you just kiss me?” “Yup.”

“Stop doing this to me!” “Huh? I'm not doing anything?!” “Stop lying! You're making me all fuzzy inside!”

“Can I just keep you?” “It doesn't work that way.”

“Your hair looks soft.”

“By the way...” “Hm?” “I'm gonna kiss you now. If you don't want to, just punch me.”

“Wait- are you making a hickey!?”

“Is this... a hickey?” “Oh- uhm, its just a bug bite...?”

“I'm gonna kick his/her ass If he isn't confessing to you soon.” “Please don't.”

“I don't want some random person. I want you.”

“If I followed you home, would you keep me?” “... We are living together.”

“Are you religious? Because you are the answer to all my prayers.” “Did you- Did you just use a pick up line on me?” “Yes. Did it work?”

“Lets go on a date.”

“I wanna cook for you, everyday till the end of our time.”

“Give me a chance.” “A chance for what?” “A chance to prove you that I can make you happy.”

“Phew, its really warm in here.” “Nah, you're just to hot for this room.”

“I freaking love you!” “...You're drunk.” “I knooow!”

“I hate you!” “Wrong. You love me.”

“Oh. Its suprisingly nice to hug you.”

“I never really understood all the talk about love, but I think I start to understand it now.”

“Loving you is like drinking Coffee with sugar. Bittersweet and yet addicting.”

“You're to cute to share. I think I'm going to kidnap you.”

“I'm cold... can you warm me up?”

“Everytime I touch you, it feels like a personal challenge to stop again.”

“Once you agree to date me there is no backing down, capiche?”

“I've got no time for dating... but I think I can make an exception for you. Just for you.”

“I'll marry you right on the spot if I could.” “...We're not even together.”

“That's dangerous... You could die.” “If I die, I die with you, hopefully many years apart from now.” “Promise?”

“Hey.” “Mh?” “Lets go on a date.”

soft prompts to make you yearn

resting your head gently on their shoulder

them running their fingers through your hair

them gently tilting your chin

and looking into your eyes

so that your eyes lock in a deep gaze

placing a soft kiss on their forehead

interlocking your fingers while holding hands

back hugs back hugs back hugs

embracing them from a sudden hug from behind

and whispering in their ears, “i love you,”

soft kisses on both cheeks and tip of the nose.

cupping your face in their hands and them telling you, “you. you are the one i love.”

Writing prompt .

" Everyone single one of us here survived because of him " The civilian said, pointing to the villain.

Gestures that would make me fold :

(feel free to use <3 tag me when you write any of ittt, would love to readd ;] )

their hands on your thighs. gently caressing.

when he pulls you closer by your waist (BANGINGA MY HEAD, CRYING, DVSJXBAK)

"come here, say it again"

catching them stare at you in a crowded room

"good girl " SKNXKAJZ

BACK HUGS ! THEIR HANDS AROUND YOUR WAIST !!

when they wipe the corner of your mouth with their thumb

"let me teach you."

kisses that leaves you blushing and curling toes

"Please don't shoot me for this" *proceeds to kiss her* "lift your hips for me, love" AARON FJDJSKZ WARNER.

when they can't hold eye contact

when they can hold eye contact and many other things (͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

'nothing makes me fold' when they smile.

when they rest their head on your shoulder >>>

veiny hands. COUGHS NERVOUSLY. haha..

when you say "shut up" and they lean closer to you with a smirk and say, "make me"

"come sit in my lap, babe"

"behave." (OK IM SAT. FUCKSIAN SAT.?)

"use your words, love. what-- do you want?"

𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐭. 𝟏

i’ve made emotional ones before but also, angst?? bon appetit!

“ i can’t do this alone… “

“ i can’t do this without you. “

“ nothing is worth losing you. “

“ i can’t lose you! not again! “

“ i don’t wanna lose you! “

“ i love you… “

“ i never should’ve dragged you into this. “

“ you’re not alone, [NAME]… you never were. “

“ if something happened to you… that would be because of me. and i can’t have that. “

“ …did you know about this? “ “ this is all my fault… “

“ i/we/you lost… “

“ you won’t win. “ “ this path you’re on… it’s gonna get you killed. you know that, though; don’t you? “

“ i can’t stop. “

“ you would tell me if something was wrong. wouldn’t you? “

“ it’s like you’re not really here; even when you are. “

“ don’t you get it?! if anything happens to you, i… i don’t know what i’d do! “

“ you have no idea how important you are to me, and i’m tired of waiting for you to figure it out, and i sure as hell won’t wait to announce it over your reckless ass’ grave! “

“ no! i’m not leaving without you! “

“ i can’t do this anymore… “

“ you don’t even know me. “

“ what have you done?! “

“ you’re shaking… “

“ i’ve… made some mistakes. “

“ you are nothing to me. “

“ you were never nothing to me… “

“ stop it. enough of this self-sacrificing bullshit! stop acting like you have nobody who loves you! you have me! so no! you don’t get to be a martyr. not today! we can figure out a different plan… “

“ i would’ve done anything for you… “

“ i’d risk everything and anything for you. “

“ i’m not a good person. “

“ please don’t look at me like that… “

“ i believed in you! “

“ we can’t lose… “

“ what?! what am i supposed to do?! please! tell me, what the hell am i supposed to do?! “

“ please, just go… i’m not the kind of person anyone needs to be around right now. “

“ what happened to you? huh? what happened to you to make you this way? “

“ they’re coming for you. right? that’s why you’re pushing me away like an idiot? because you don’t want me getting hurt? “

“ nothing’s going to be as good as it was before. “

“ you lied to me! “

“ i didn’t mean for any of this to happen! “

“ i can’t trust you anymore… “

“ i know it’s selfish. god knows, ever since we met, i’ve been the reason behind every threat and danger that’s come your way. but… i honestly can’t say that i’d change a second of it. “

“ it’s been an honour knowing you. “

“ there’s nobody else i can turn to. only you. “

“ i don’t trust anybody else. not the way i trust you. “

“ we have no choice… “

“ why?! why are you helping me?! “

“ it’s too late. there’s nothing more we can do… “

“ please don’t go… don’t leave me. “

“ you are everything to me. okay? EVERYTHING. i can’t lose you… “

“ you deserve better than this… better than me… “

“ i thought i could give you a better life. instead, i’m the reason it’s gotten worse… i’m so sorry. “

—Prompt List <3

angst

"It would be better if you stayed away from me."

"Do you really want me? Or is this your way of getting back at my father?"

"You have given me enough memories to last a lifetime."

"If I ask you to kiss me in front of all these people, will you do it?"

"I am here to tell you that I cannot meet you anymore."

“you always push people away. i just thought you’d never do it to me”

“i know i have a heart because i can feel it breaking”

“i hate the way that i don’t hate you.”

“i didn’t realise i was such an inconvenience.”

“how many times am i supposed to forgive you?”

“all my friends told me you’d break my heart.”

“how could you let them say that about me?”

“i’d take our relationship back in a heartbeat.”

“i don’t see the same person i loved when i look at you anymore.”

“promise me you’ll still be here when i wake up.”

“you look happier”

“you still live in the silences between my thoughts.”

“i am in love with a moment we never had.”

“you didn’t just break promises, you broke me.”

"Don't go on that date." "Why?" "You know why." "Say it."

fluff

“if you cry, i’ll cry ─ and that won’t be fun for anyone.”

“my lipgloss is all over your lips.”

“that’s the first time i’ve ever seen you smile.”

“you cancelled plans for me?”

“quick, kiss me!”

“that’s the sixth time you’ve complimented me today.”

“how mad would you be if i kissed you?”

“it’s hard to sit here and be close to you and not kiss you.”

“ i never planned to have you on my mind this often”

“ i never want to stop making memories with you”

“a sky full of stars, and i’d still watch you.”

“my heart is so full of you i can hardly call it my own.”

“ i think i might be in some kind of love with you.”

“your lips look cold, want me to warm them up for you? “

"don't lie, your dimple usually shows when you're actually smiling. what's wrong?"

"i heard what you said...no one's ever talked about me that way before.."

“here’s a spare key so you don’t have to keep coming in through the window.”

“Oh my god you never told me you could cook”

“I know it’s 2 in the morning but do you want to...” 

"Can I wear your sweater? It smells like you, I can't promise to give it back though."

smut

“shh. there’s people in the other room.”

"I need you to be quiet for me, okay?"

“say you want me, and i’m yours.”

“my boyfriend/girlfriend would kill us.”

“there’s so many things i wanna do to you.”

“i didn’t like the way they were looking at you.”

“ i shouldn’t allow myself to get this close to you.”

“i’m going to ruin you.”

“want me to model these for you?”

“no ones here. we can be as loud as we want.”

“do you think of me when you touch yourself?”

“if you called just to get off on my voice, i’m hanging up.”

"what's the matter, love? you get nervous when i look at you like this?"

"what pretty noises you're making for me… am i making you feel good?"

Car sex in the rain

“against the window? are you insane?”

“leave the heels on.”

"I swear I'm gonna fuck the next person that walks through that door."

"Oh princess, I thought we learn from the last time you decided to make me jealous."

"I thought we agreed to share her?"

Writing prompt.

During career day a child announces that he would like to grow up to be a supervillain, shocking everyone.

He is from the family of the most powerful super heroes.