What is your favorite musical and why?
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Happy Valentine’s Day, Writer Bees and Bugs!
Love is in the air, even in fiction. No matter the genre, a love interest can add complexity and conflict to any story. If your MC is feeling the love, then check out these helpful tips on creating a character’s sweetheart.
Love at first sight doesn’t make for an interesting story. Maybe attraction at first sight, sure. For the most part, feelings must develop gradually, not instantly. No matter what stage in the relationship, take the time to build up and explore that chemistry. A great lover could become an even greater foil for another character.
Also, keep in mind the kind of relationships your characters would pursue. What’s their sexual preference? Are they interested in one night stands and flings? Or are they looking for a serious relationship? OR are they even looking for love in the first place? These factors will dictate how their romantic relationship lives and breathes over the course of the story.
Look, how many hot billionaires with six packs are there in the world? Seriously? Don’t create a character that is the ideal partner. Give them flaws. Real flaws. Consider physical and/or personality quirks. Are they short and stubborn? Are they pessimistic with a crooked nose? Be creative but be careful making a completely unlikeable character. Find that balance.
A romantic interest shouldn’t just be a cookie cutter person. They must be able to stand on their own, as a complete character. Their entire world cannot revolve around another person. Whether the love interest is a main character or a side character, at the end of the day, readers want complex, relatable characters.
No romance is perfect. Every couple has their struggles. With an internal or external battle, conflict is needed so things aren’t so lovey-dovey. Maybe one is afraid of commitment? Or are outside forces (society, race, war etc.) are straining their bond? Give the couple obstacles that they can (or cannot) overcome together.
Try tying the their conflict to the overall plot line, that way, the relationship won’t seem forced or out of place. Set the stakes high to ensure the problem is meaningful enough to the characters. Like a problem bigger than leaving the toilet seat up.
Bottom line, love isn’t always rainbows and butterflies, and that’s a good thing. Embrace those imperfections and write a real romance.
How do you guys write love interests? Any tips? Talk to me in the comments. And Happy Valentine’s day everybody!
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Write an acceptance speech for a mundane accomplishment in your life. Find the humor.
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Hello writer bugs!
My birthday was this week. And the Sims 20th anniversary was this week too. So, to celebrate both, I’m gonna kick back and play the Sims.
Now, I’m no gamer. Sorry. On occasion, this lady enjoys playing the Sims for hours at a time. Whenever lighthearted entertainment is needed in my life. But there’s a twist! I’m mixing my love of the Sims with my freelancing adventures. This is a post I’ve wanted to do for so long, and today feels like the perfect time.
How accurate is the Freelance career in the Sims 4? This lady freelancer is putting it to the test.
Meet Brie Lance, the freelance writer. Note the messy bun and the oversized sweater. A typical appearance for a freelancer in the wild.
I played through a couple of days (sim time, of course) and found that some parts of the freelance career path were nailed perfectly and with that iconic sense of sim humor.
However, not everything about the freelance career was correct. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not criticizing EA nor expecting changes. This is just one lone freelancer’s opinion.
And when Brie Lance the Freelance writer needed a break, she just hung out in her pjs and played sims in her sadness. Sounds about right to me.
Happy freelancing (and simming), writing bugs! Talk to me in the comments!
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Hello Hello Writer Bees!
Today is my birthday. I’m an old 27.
And what better day to start a new series than on my birthday?
I’ll be sharing my writing goals for the month with all of you. Come follow along my writer journey and check in at the end of the month to see if I achieved my goals.
What do you guys think of my goals? And what are your writing plans for this month? Talk to me in the comments!
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Whether it be an impulsive decision or not, your character gets a tattoo that really says a lot about them. What is the tattoo of? And where on the body is it? Tell a story about getting inked.
Shout out to Bookmarkedone for an awesome story in last week’s prompt.
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Hello writer bees!
This week, the Lady Jabberwocky blog reached 300 followers!
I’ll be honest, I try not to be a numbers and stats person. But my boyfriend tells me to celebrate even the smallest accomplishments. And today, I am celebrating.
Thank you guys so much for all the love and support, it truly does mean the world to me. Lady Jabberwocky is a labor of love. Every like and comment makes it all worth it.
To commemorate, I’d like to announce a new series (or two) coming to the blog. Based on a recent Twitter poll, I’ll be sharing my writing goals the first week of each month. Then, at the end of the month, I’ll do a recap post, to see if I achieved my goals. It’ll help keep me accountable and on track while sharing my writer journey with you guys.
Also, I may start a mystery series soon, updating with new chapters monthly. If you haven’t read it, check it out, I need honest opinions.
Seriously though, thank you all so much for all the support. It’s you lovely followers that keep Lady Jabberwocky going.
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