A Note from Susie May
I’ve been doing a lot of traveling lately, teaching at various events–five events in five days. In my travels, I’ve met a variety of characters…definitely a gold mine for the writer in me. I took notes of peoples’ quirks, snippets of dialogue and basic observations for future characters. And I’ve had the opportunity to engage [...]
Shameless Stalking…for Characters
In conversations with more traditional parents, I try to use more tact and say “I’m just people-watching,” but we all know I’m just a few steps shy of a restraining order.
Finding the Funny: Therapy for the Relationally Challenged Writer (and Her Stubborn Characters)
Heard of couples therapy? Well, try this on: Writer/Character Counseling
Therapist Thought: Using Community in Your Stories
Community is such a strong foundation for telling a deeper, more heart-gripping story.
Finding the Funny—Hand Me an Orange Apron
How about you? Is your research taking you to new, possibly uncomfortable places? Are you pushing your characters past their comfort level? Give it a try. You’ll find yourself with deeper characters. And just maybe, a richer story.
