Character development is difficult for even the most seasoned writers. Understanding how much to give, where to place the reveals, and how to adapt your character’s personalities throughout the plot process; are all problems that we face. As I work on Cherrywood Inn 2, figuring out how much background I want to give to the main protagonist has been challenging. My readers will recognize the love interest and the background has already been nicely laid. However my female lead needs background, she needs a hurt heart; she needs reasons for change.
I have been working to find the best mix of family dynamics, past relationships, and old ambitions. I would like to have the setting of the Inn and the town woven into her new emerging personality traits. However, I do not want to take away from the plot and the evolution that all characters should have throughout a story.
I’m confident that I’ll figure things out as I always have. I’ll leverage my resources and utilize online tools. With a top-notch editor and a fantastic writing coach, I know I have the support I need. There’s a wealth of free classes and research materials at my fingertips, and I’ve only just begun to explore them.
When all else fails, I would like Cherrywood Inn to guide and direct me. This story series is more than just restoration for some made-up young adults in a fictional North Carolina town. Cherrywood Inn is a breathing character of its own, that, as do many of my characters; talk back to me when writing. I can often feel the emotions of my character. These feelings take me where I need to go in the moment. I am hopeful that Cherrywood Inn 2 will lead me toward the damaged yet strong female protagonist I want to share with my readers.