Well, my wife Helen and I have finally finished moving into our new place. I'll be posting some more videos from my Vlog about that shortly, but I wanted to focus on another subject today. Hobbies, talents, things people do for adventure, enjoyment and relaxation.
Now in creating characters that seem real to the audience I've found that the more real and reachable the characters are (i. e. they're like people you know or might meet) they're the ones that the readers seem to really relate to and even come to love. Now one method I've used to make my characters seem more human and real is to give them traits that are familiar, and even somewhat odd but intriguing. I've given characters hobbies or activities I've tried. When they are finished with what I've written, some have even gone and done research of their own on the activity. Some have even taken it up and made it a part of their lives.
But how did that happen? Simple, whether it's playi…
I know how it is Allan, it's hard to keep up with everything! I try to post regularly twice a week, but coming up with ideas to post is tough too! Good luck and hope you can get back on track soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa, I hope for things to quiet down after these next 2 weeks. After that, then I just have work to deal with and no college. So I should be able to get back to a more regular posting and writing schedule.
Deleteno sweat...I look forward to more posts from you when time permits :)
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