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Based on a true story

Posted: Sat May 20, 2023 5:25 pm
by boundto
I am thinking of doing some writing to share with the group, but i think a lot of my writing will be stories that are based on something that happened, but embellished for my own and others enjoyment.

So essentially they are not "true" but they are not "fiction" either. I have seen some posts around the whole true/fiction debate, so in my case which area would it be best to post in?

Re: Based on a true story

Posted: Sat May 20, 2023 6:03 pm
by captured_prize
I would say fiction. It's not unheard of for works of fiction to have parts that are based on real events that are either embellished or altered in some way. Real life can provide a suprising amount of inspiration. That's just my two cents though, the mods will have the final say.

Re: Based on a true story

Posted: Sun May 21, 2023 9:52 pm
by tiedinbluetights
Hello [mention]boundto[/mention] ! Always great to hear from and read stories of new contributors! I'd say, if in doubt, put it in the fictional section, or just ask the mods.

Regardless of where you put it, have fun!

Re: Based on a true story

Posted: Sun May 21, 2023 10:20 pm
by Xtc
As any journalist would tell you: never let the truth get in the way of a good story.
Personally, I take all "true" stories with a pinch of salt but, unless it is causing outrage, I let it pass by me.

Re: Based on a true story

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2023 6:00 pm
by joanneb1980
I keep meaning to write hehe, just post, I genuinely don't think it matters too much, within reason!