Rakushinu

I really want to write a story about a girl who had a awkward relationship with her dog (not that way sickos). In the beginning, she recieves the dog as a birthday gift from her grandfather. Afterwards, she figures out the dog is cursed and it accidently causes the disappearence of forty-seven children in one night. She wants to get rid of the dog, but the dog promises that if she goes to help him lift his curse, he will give her grandfather extended life.

Should I write this or does it sound cliche`?

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Sam Winchester

I wouldn't say it sounds 'cliche,' but let's face it, everything is cliche. There's no story that hasn't been thought of. They've all been done, just with different swings each time. As for whether you should write it, I think that's a decision only you can make. If it's something you think you'd like to write, give it a go. You can always turn it into a short-story if it doesn't work out.

Sam.

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omginternetlord

I would say that's far from being cliché.

omginternetlord

In terms of the dog, are you sure that's a good idea? Do you think people will be able to empathise with a dog?

Rakushinu

Good point. I was thinking about changing him into a human, but I thought it would be kind of different. But I also think what Sam Winchester said is true, so that might not be a problem.

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Mike C

I think the talking cursed dog that accidentally makes large numbers of children disappear is reasonably original!

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winkash

What do you mean by disappear? I think this is a key factor in your story. Have them been killed? If so, why? Have them been taken somewhere? If so, will they be returned?
On the other hand, HOW do it make them disappear?
IMO, these are important details that I would ponder if I were to write about it.
Have a nice writing!

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Sam Winchester

Now that I think of it, you're right, Mike. That is kind of unique, isn't it?

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Katastrof

One question: Is the dog the antagonist? Because that would be sick.

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lemonavenue

This sounds very interesting. I think people will be able to emphasize with a dog, assuming he is really a protagonist. You could also do it with a human, I think, but it would really alter the way the story is told depending on what form this cursed creature takes.

And since I've never heard of a story like this, I'd have to say it's very origional too.

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Why?

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SevenWritez

Read Cujo. That dog was quite the character when he was getting fucked over by the bat bite. Take what you learn from that and apply it to your dog. As for a "cliche idea," ideas when presented are always bland/stupid/cliche/whatever. It comes down to how you present it. If you want to write the story, write the story. That simple.

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Mike C: "Why?"

Well, why not?

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