Time again for an insecure post. Created by Alex J. Cavangaugh this baby has grown into something amazing. To read what others have written go here.
The question of the month is...
What is your favorite aspect of being a writer?
Characters!
I love my characters. I think most writers love their heroes but I love them all. From hero to minor character to villain.
Of course it helps to know their backstory. I do even though most of that is never included in the story. I put my characters through the meat grinder. They are challenged, tested, abused until they cry out. Then they recover or overcome or both. And yes, sometimes they die.
I have two favorite characters to date. Prince Healden and Missie from my first epic fantasy, The Treasures of Carmelidrium. Healden is pronounced Hel-din. Like Heather, you don't say heat-her. Healden is a real name. It is Teutonic and means 'protector.' If you've read the books you know he does exactly that.
Missie is a nickname her father gave her. She is a modern American University student and gifted flutist. She is thrust through a portal into a medieval world where her music is the key to saving the world from the evil tyrant, Renwyck, Lord of the Symberveen.
Tall order. I have many favorite scenes but here's one that brings a smile to my lips. Missie's given name is Michelle. She's just found out that Healden is romantically interested in her. Frustrated by her circumstance she let's lose.
Healden frowned and raised his hand, running his fingers
through his thick hair. “I assure you, my Lady. My intentions are honorable.”
“Honorable, what does that mean? I’ve known more than one
charming, good looking guy. Besides, you’re a prince, and…I’m…a commoner.”
“You are hardly common, my Lady.”
She glared at him with emphasis. “To the point, your
Highness, I will be no man’s mistress.”
To her aggravation, Healden’s mouth began to twitch at the
corners. “I hope not.”
“I am a commoner, Healden. Everyone knows royalty and
commoners don’t mingle. A thousand years ago, nobility and royalty had arranged
marriages for profit and land.”
“A thousand years ago in your world. My Lady, much has happened, and I understand how difficult all this must be for you. Accept my apology and allow me to escort you to dinner.” He held out his hand.
“A thousand years ago in your world. My Lady, much has happened, and I understand how difficult all this must be for you. Accept my apology and allow me to escort you to dinner.” He held out his hand.
Ahhh...heart flutter.
Who is your favorite character? Someone you created or someone from a favorite book?
Nancy
