Do They Know It's Christmas? - Band Aid
Every year since 1984 I've listened to this song. It's on most of my Christmas albums and I guess it's become as much of a tradition as Bing Crosby, just wouldn't be Christmas without them!
I haven't seen the clip for quite a while though, and it's been a great trip down memory lane, seeing all those artists that I grew up listening to. Without fail, I'm reduced to tears by their power and passion and the impact they have had on humanity.
Again, think about how this would affect your character? Where would they stand on this, or any other issue for that matter? Get to know what makes them tick. Above all, once you know, stay true to them, don't impart your views on them, explore theirs.
Just like people in my real life, I don't always agree with everything my characters do or believe, but I'm not meant to, I'm telling their story, not mine. If they think like I do all the time, then I'm writing my story, not theirs. Are you guilty of that? Maybe it's time you had a chat with them and got to know them a bit better.
Happy writing ;)
Emma
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