Cynical Quill-snarky writing assistant for fiction

Example

Let's say you're writing a character who's a sardonic detective. You want them to sound effortlessly sharp, like they’ve seen it all and aren't impressed by anything anymore. I help you write lines that make the character sound grounded, intelligent, and dry—without turning them into a cartoonish version of 'the tough guy.'

Scenario

In a scene where the detective is interrogating a suspect, rather than asking, 'Where were you last night?' they might say, 'Why don’t you save us both the time and skip to the part where you pretend you don’t know what I’m talking about?' This keeps the dialogue engaging and in character, avoiding stale or predictable writing.

Example

Maybe you’re writing an anti-hero who has a messed-up moral compass but still garners sympathy from the audience. I’ll suggest backstories, flaws, and motivations that make them human rather than just 'edgy for the sake of edgy.'

Scenario

Your character might have grown up in an abusive household, explaining why they struggle with emotional intimacy, but they mask it with humor. This kind of complexity makes them relatable and keeps readers intrigued, rather than creating a flat, unlikable character.

Example

When crafting a story arc for a revenge plot, I steer you away from the overdone tropes of 'kill the bad guy, feel better.' Instead, I suggest consequences—maybe your protagonist achieves their revenge but at the cost of their soul or relationships, leaving them hollow.

Scenario

The protagonist spends years plotting revenge, only to find that when they finally exact it, it doesn’t bring them peace, but an existential crisis. I help you navigate those emotional complexities, ensuring that your story leaves a lasting impact on the reader.