Tag Archives: characters

Origins: Drusilia

This is a future character who might be showing up at the very end of Legends of Windemere.  She is the daughter of Queen Trinity, which doesn’t mean her mother lives or dies.  It only means her mother had sex.  … Continue reading

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Character Origins: Queen Ionia

First, this character is named after Ionia of Readfulthings.  She has become a dear friend even though we only met this year, 2013.  So, I’m sure people are already jumping to the comments for one reason or another. Now, the … Continue reading

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Danger of a Series: Slow Grow vs Impatience

There’s a bittersweet benefit to doing a series.  As an author, you can gradually craft and mold your characters.  They don’t have to reach their peak by the end of the first book.  In fact, that would probably end the … Continue reading

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Four eBooks for 99 Cents Each!

This is the Eve of All Hallows Eve, so I should be talking about horror and pushing my horror novella.  Instead, I’ve realized that not everyone likes to be scared.  After all, not every child dresses up as a monster.  … Continue reading

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Mwahaha! Who Likes a Mad Scientist?

Around this time of year, you get all the ghosts, vampires, werewolves, and zombies coming out to play.  I’ve noticed that one archetype of horror gets very little attention beyond a few sexy or goofy outfits among adults.  So, let’s … Continue reading

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The One Who Lived After Their World Died

Yesterday, I let the oldest character in my head get out her frustration.  Adriana was created in 10th grade when I was putting the Immortal Wars series together.  I wrote the first two books and Vanity Pressed the first book.  … Continue reading

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What Do You Think of Switching Heroes in a Series?

For those that don’t know the story behind Raiden: There is a popular video game series called Metal Gear Solid.  My friend is big into this series, so he knows more than me.  I do know that the main character … Continue reading

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How Do Your Write Characters with Physical Disabilities?

I was looking through my other ideas while waiting for a headache to go away and I noticed a few interesting characters.  Missing eyes, missing limbs, weak heart, and other disabilities that limit them.  These heroes are not the standard, … Continue reading

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To Challenge a Monster

I did a lot of thinking while stuck in bed.  Eventually, my thoughts went to my books and I started pondering Clyde again.  For those new to here, Clyde is a powerful vampire and will be the main ‘hero’ of … Continue reading

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So You’re Going to Give Your Character a Pet

So, you want to use a pet in your story.  Good idea.  There’s a long tradition of helpful animal companions of both natural and magical varieties.  It all comes down to what you want you’re looking for.  Here are some … Continue reading

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