Actually, probably not that nasty. Tonight I'm going to attend a family get-together the likes of which only happen once a year. In addition to the colorful adults in the family there will be more than half a dozen kids running around. I've noted before that children are wonderful for writing. This could be fertile ground for the creative mind to harvest ideas.
My biggest problem will be remembering any of the stuff that happens, because I won't be able to take notes. That would be way too obvious, and I don't need to alert my siblings that there's a slight chance their actions will turn into fodder for my career. Did I mention I have a devious streak?
But really, every writer needs to be an observer of human nature and interaction. That's how we get three-dimensional characters and realistic dialogue. I'm not advising copying from life verbatim, but anything can inspire you to create similar situations in your work.
This happens to be Memorial Day weekend and a lot of people will be gathering with friends and family. Keep any high (or low) points in mind next time you sit down to write. Also, for any of my readers who are travelling, I wish you a safe and uneventful commute to your destinations and home again.
Kate
My biggest problem will be remembering any of the stuff that happens, because I won't be able to take notes. That would be way too obvious, and I don't need to alert my siblings that there's a slight chance their actions will turn into fodder for my career. Did I mention I have a devious streak?
But really, every writer needs to be an observer of human nature and interaction. That's how we get three-dimensional characters and realistic dialogue. I'm not advising copying from life verbatim, but anything can inspire you to create similar situations in your work.
This happens to be Memorial Day weekend and a lot of people will be gathering with friends and family. Keep any high (or low) points in mind next time you sit down to write. Also, for any of my readers who are travelling, I wish you a safe and uneventful commute to your destinations and home again.
Kate
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