Sometimes the hardest part of writing a story is not figuring out what your characters will do, it is finding out WHO they are! Anyone can jot down a story, but it takes a talented writer to give that story meaning, soul, and life! Doing so takes having strong characters...after all, it is there story! So how do you as a writer go about do this? That's the beauty of being a writer. The techniques you choose to use are (and should be) as unique as your style! But from time to time, it's good to take tips from one another. Which is why I am sharing with you my newest and best technique so far for the novel I am working on. My Space! Yes, you read it write! I rarely use my own My Space, but I noticed a favorite author of mine doing the same thing I had thought of a few months ago and decided it was worth a shot. I created a unique My Space for each of my characters in my novel. Each girl, Molly, Hannah, and Claire; have their own page, uniquely made to match their personality. They are friends with each other, and (of course) me! What makes this so great is that I can actually play out scenes in the book to help me build character. No, I don't plan on using everything word for word, and I don't plan on playing out the entire book through the web! But it helps me gain background for each of the girls.
Because this exercise is new, I can't really write much about it as I myself continue to learn as I go along. But what I can tell you is that it has been an extreme help in getting to 'know' these girls. It sorts out a lot of the thoughts in my head, and so far has helped me get rid of the infamous writers block we are all faced with at times in our careers!
If you would like to know more, just message me! So far this is a fun process and very helpful!
Creatively yours,
Kat
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