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Character Building — Part 3
For the third and final post in my character building series, it’s time to get up close and personal with villains. But not too close because, well, they’re dangerous. I want to find out what makes these wily adversaries tick. What is it that makes us love to hate them, invokes nightmares, and challenges us […]
Character Building – Part 2
“I am glad you are here with me. Here at the end of all things, Sam.” ~ The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien Nothing says Independence Day like fireworks and sparklers, which is why this week’s post is on sidekicks. There’s a connection there…somewhere. Maybe. Moving on. While main characters (see last week’s […]
Character Building — Part 1
I recently finished a draft of Helluva Monday *throws confetti* and am now forcing myself to take a break before diving back into revisions. As a distraction, I’ve been brainstorming/outlining a shiny new project, and musing on characters. Note: I’m limiting this post to strong lead characters and will investigate sidekicks and villains in future […]
Sage Writing Advice
“Music is a proud, temperamental mistress. Give her the time and attention she deserves, and she is yours. Slight her and there will come a day when you call and she will not answer. So I began sleeping less to give her the time she needed.” ~ The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. […]
Everyone Has A Story
I believe everyone has a story. A story that you’re proud of or that says something about who you are. It might be a story of adventure, of pushing yourself to your physical or emotional limits, or it could be a simple story of finding beauty somewhere unexpected. I thought I’d share one of my […]