Crafting Book Characters: My Approach to Character Creation as an Author at ShearingHome

Hey there, romance book aficionados! Today, I want to give you a sneak peek into how we authors at ShearingHome craft our beloved book characters. We shed light on how we breathe life into the characters that fill the pages of your favorite romance novels.

Kelly's Creative Process: Characters Unfolded

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Meet Kelly, the mastermind behind some of the most endearing characters you've yet to encounter in our stories. Kelly's approach to character creation is as organic as a blossoming romance. Unlike meticulously planning every detail in advance, she lets her characters lead the way. As she unravels her stories, she stumbles upon characters just waiting to be discovered, their quirks and personalities slowly revealing themselves.

Kelly's characters are born out of the narrative, growing alongside the plot like vines weaving through a romantic garden. Whether it's the conniving Council leader just looking for someone to punish, an endearing grandmother who has decades of secrets to uncover, or a grumpy dwarf who begrudgingly leads the way in winding underground tunnels, Kelly doesn't create the characters, she discovers them.

D.A.'s Method: Crafting Characters with Precision

Now, let's shift our focus to D.A., whose meticulous planning gives birth to a diverse array of characters that enrich our tales. D.A. approaches character creation armed with a list of names and general character ideas. These seeds of inspiration are then carefully cultivated and seamlessly integrated into the narrative as the story unfolds.

D.A.'s characters are like puzzle pieces that fit snugly into the plot, each one serving a purpose in driving the story forward. From the enigmatic stranger who holds the key to the protagonist's past to the supportive best friend who always has sage advice, D.A.'s characters enhance the emotional depth of our romances.

Bringing the Characters Together

While Kelly and D.A. have distinct approaches to crafting characters, their creations harmonize within the rich tapestry of ShearingHome's stories. Kelly's characters add spontaneity and sparkle, while D.A.'s characters bring depth and structure. While you've met many of the lively, entertaining (and sometimes furry) characters borne from the Perfect, Z-Inc, and ResQ'd One series, we are excited to introduce you to the rest.

So, the next time you dive into a ShearingHome romance, take a moment to appreciate the characters that come alive on the page. Behind each love interest, best friend, or antagonist, lies a unique approach to character creation that enriches your reading experience.

Crafting book characters is a delicate dance of spontaneity and precision at ShearingHome, where each character breathes life into the romantic worlds we create. As we continue to write, we're reminded of the beauty in the diversity of character creation styles, and how they all contribute to the magic of storytelling. If you want to discover your next favorite character, check out one of the many amazing series by ShearingHome on Kindle or Kindle Unlimited.

Here's to the characters who steal our hearts and make us believe in love against all odds!