Hey guys, I want to tell you a story. When I started writing Only Time Will Tell, I had a hard time giving the characters their names. I would give them an average name, but none of them stuck, leaving me feeling frustrated and uninspired. I remember sitting at my desk late into the night, surrounded by notes and drafts, trying to find the perfect fit that would resonate with each character’s unique personality and journey. It felt as if the right names were just out of reach, teasing me with their absence.
Eventually, I realized that I am writing a story with characters that felt familiar. They seemed like people that I have known for years. After careful thought, I realized that the characters were identical to some, not all, of my family members. John, Dennis and Layla were random names that I liked, but Lucy and Joe are cousins of mine. In reality, I put details from my life into the book.
For example, when Lucy’s aunt Missy passed away and she had to go to the funeral, that was something that happened to me, and it left a profound impact on my emotions and memories. Most of the names in Only Time Will Tell are names of my beloved family members, chosen for their significance in my life. Embracing their stories and incorporating them into my writing has allowed me to keep their spirit alive, weaving their essence into every page and connecting readers to the memories that shaped my world.
Anyway, since last week, I have been working hard on my new book, immersing myself in the world I’ve begun to create. The main character’s name is Matt, a complex individual whose journey I am eager to explore. I have narrowed the plot down to one of three choices, each presenting a unique set of challenges and possibilities for Matt’s character development, but I don’t know which one it will be yet. As of now, I am just writing filler until I decide on what I want to write, using this time to enhance my understanding of Matt’s motivations and the themes I want to convey, all while allowing my imagination to flow freely without the constraints of a final decision.
‘Till Next Time!
-Gregg
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