Thursday, September 22, 2016

Author's Dear John Letter to a Boring Character

 



THE NAMES HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO PROTECT INNOCENT CHARACTERS I HAVEN'T CREATED YET.







Dear John,

    I really didn't think it would come to this. Quite frankly I'm surprised. Over countless hours together, and thousands of words, I've given you more than enough time to resolve your issues and yet, you continue to disappoint me. 


You've had a tough time recently. I realize you are still grieving over the loss of your parents.  I agree, the horrific head-on collision they were in on Route 29 in Napa, wasn't fair, and I know you are traumatized because I wrote you to be that way.  But, here's the deal John, you're boring. YOU, my friend, are the lead in every scene I want to skip over. 



Now, I know,  you're going to say that this is all my fault and on some level, I agree with you. However, I've worked with many characters before, and none of them have led me to the dead ends you have John. 


Usually, after five thousand new words, and a little more development,  they get back on track, but not you.
 

I'm very well aware of how much you were looking forward to a relationship with Jane. You were planning on that feisty, gorgeous creature to finally heal your heart. It's not going to happen.
John, I'm sorry to say Jane doesn't want you and neither do I. 


I've already packed your suitcase. If you hurry, you can catch the afternoon flight from San Francisco to New York.
Please know, I'll save some of your words. There might still be a happy ending for you yet, with someone else.  


Warm regards,
               Kate 
If you are looking for non-boring characters who find love in 
 California wine country :-) or want to find out more about me,  please visit my website:  www.katekisset.com


 Just a Kiss Book #1 Single Girls Wine Club is available here.

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