Tag Archives: character
Understanding people means understanding characters
In order to write well rounded, realistic, and provocative characters, I think writers need to delve into the murk of human psychology, to pierce into the ID and stir up understanding as to what makes a person/character tick. Some of … Continue reading
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Character Names
When writing stories, finding character names offers the author as much decision making as naming your first born child. You want your characters to be memorable, realistic, and where people won’t make fun of them because of their names. When … Continue reading
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Yourself as a character
I love writing. I love the click-clacking of the keyboard when I’m on a roll. I love it when the words flow, and the inspiration from the nether-where decids to bless me clarity and skill. I love writing in those … Continue reading
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Character Development- Weaknesses
In the past few years, human behavior and psychology become prevalent to developing my characters. I read about psychology, pay attention to the people around me, and try to understand why they do what they do. Although motivations vary, real … Continue reading
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Make your characters suffer
It might sound cruel, but putting your characters through hell offers them many opportunities for growth and development. As an African proverb best puts it; Smooth seas do not make for skillful sailors. Story is about conflict. Character have their … Continue reading
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10 Useful Google Chrome Extensions to Help You Stay Focus And Be More Efficent -
10 Useful Google Chrome Extensions to Help You Stay Focus And Be More Efficent -. A handy site I found along The Writer’s Journey. I personally use the StayFocused extension, but to keep track of time wasted on the computer, … Continue reading
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Planning for November
National Novel Writing Month is just around the corner…well, a few weeks off, but for those who intend on joining in this foolery, the challenge is 50,000 words in 30 days. I’m still working on my current project, so I’ll … Continue reading
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Thoughts on the NanoWriMo
The National Writing Month is fast approaching, filling writers with excitement and dread (for those who signed up for this grueling challenge). I signed up in 2007 and found the experience both harrowing and revealing at the same time. The … Continue reading
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Writer’s Link: Learn the Elements of Novel
I discovered this site the other day and had to share. I appreciate the mix of text with graphic, putting the concept of story writing in easy-to-understand form. The author also provides his own experiences and story to novel writing, … Continue reading
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Where to find inspiration?
Inspiration comes from many sources, but more importantly, a creative person carries that ability with them wherever they go. With creativity comes breaking rules and coloring outside the lines. This means you should let go of all that you know … Continue reading
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