Jean Fischer at The Walrus and the Carpenter dissects the usefulness of eavesdropping and people watching. Check out her tips on becoming an observer.
Have you used any lines you've overheard in a random conversation? Have any people inspired a character in one of your stories?
A friend, now deceased, was the inspiration for a quirky character in a short story I wrote. She was truly one of a kind.
13 comments:
Oh yes, I have. That is how I write most of my columns for magazines, an opening sentence that I have over heard... the story follows.
Thanks fro the Friday Round-up Susan, enjoy your weekend!
Definitely. I am always eavesdropping. I've been know to shush my hubby when we're out and I'm 'listening'.
My latest idea came from something I read on FB!
~ Wendy
I've used threads from conversations or statements I've heard. As a matter of fact, there are some on our WIP.
Happy weekend,
Karen
I like to listen to what children say and use their expessions in my work. They often get things just a bit wrong which makes it so cute.
Hi, Susan.
Thanks for linking to my blog this week. Listen up! You never know what you might hear.
Blessings.
Jean
Hi Marja -
A lot of my inspiration comes from daily life. If we keep our eyes and ears open, we'll be amazed at the ideas we glean for our writing.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Linda -
LOL! I guess we writers take our listening to a new level.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Wendy -
Facebook? I guess wherever people gather is a good place to find topics. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Afsoon -
Welcome. I'll try to get over there soon. Thank you for visiting. I hope you'll stop by often.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Karen -
I didn't know that! Now, I'm curious. You'll have to tell me which ones. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Jean -
You're welcome. You always have excellent content on your blog. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Nancy -
Oh yes, let's not forget listening to children. Their innocence makes their comments all the more endearing.
Blessings,
Susan :)
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