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Arts and Crafts - Character-istics


What elements make for a believable character?  What can writers add that aids in the complete and utter suspension of disbelief?  Lots of thing come to mind like quirks, back stories, associations, inner thoughts, tribulations - and the list goes on and on.  However, something many authors have done with beloved recurring characters is to give them hobbies.  Certainly Sherlock Holmes had several and varied 'pursuits'.  Agatha Christie had Miss Marple constantly knitting.  Let's try rounding out your character with a sideline that forms a foil or balance.  

 

#247 - Your character is a stunt driver who loves the thrill of the chase.  She is competing for a very prestigious trophy, but in her off time, she trolls second hand stores for old dolls.  Give us a scene that shows her love of the chase and finding the perfect doll for her collection inspire her.

#248 - Your character has just experience the death of a loved one.  His lonely passion is to find the perfect stamp to complete a collection.  How does this mirror his mood and ease his mourning.

These are just examples.  Use any character and any hobby to stretch your character's boundaries.  

 

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