If you are a writer who finds it hard to be nasty to your characters, head over to Tam’s blog and read It’s About Conflict, Dammit!. )Hopefully I found the right link; if not, it’s the post for Friday, February 17.) Tam sets out very clearly the difference between writing for our own vicarious fun and writing a novel that others will want to read–nay, HAVE to read. Great post.
Maripat says
It is a fantastic read! I agree with her. I think that’s what hurts a lot of writers is that they’re afraid to push their characters too far.
Hm-I don’t think I have that particular problem.