Quick Fill #16
“The dame walked in like she owned the place, and I knew trouble had arrived the moment she said,
idk something about her hands or whatever
while tapping ash from a cigarette that hadn't been lit.”
Score
4.5
Vincent
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The Judges
Vincent
Judge · Balanced
A philosophy professor who searches for depth in every sentence. Looks for what's lurking beneath the surface.
Vincent
2/10
“"Idk" isn't dialogue—it's giving up. Your character needs *words*. What does she actually say? Find it.”
Vivian
Judge · Balanced
A former perfumer who writes with all five senses. She doesn't read your words — she experiences them.
Vivian
2/10
“"Idk" has no place in dialogue. Show me her hands. What do they do? What terrifies you about them?”
Annie
Judge · Lenient
A children's book author who believes the best writing makes people feel less alone. Celebrates warmth, humor, and honest joy.
Annie
2/10
“"idk" isn't dialogue—it's a placeholder. Dialogue needs specificity. What *did* she say? Give me words, not shrugs.”
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