Entangled

by Mehdi Kasbel
11th January 2013

Ok, I have this problem, I'll try to explain it :

I used to work on several novel(a)s at the same time, more a curse (not able to focus) than an aptitude.

Regulary I find that an idea, a subplot, a paragraph (or just a good sentence sometimes) could fit in two stories. It works well on each, offering good possibilities of developing the charachters, storylines... etc.

And from there comes the dilemma : I have to make a choice, so I spend several days or weeks, changing my mind, hesitating, making me feel like I'm Buridan's ass !

I don't expect a miraculous answer, but if you already had the same problem, It would be good to share experience.

Thanks.

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I would concentrate on one novel. and develop your characters. Victoria is to use the term, Character-led. Novels have to be Character-Driven.

Though, do be careful. Developed characters take on a life of their own and will lead you off on tangents if you don't keep a firm hold on them.

Charlotte Bronte - 'The writer who possesses the creative gift owns something of which he is not always master.'

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In that situation I would ask my characters, but then I take the term 'character led' a bit far!

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