Writing Lab: Famous Writers Talk About Their Characters

What do famous writers think about their characters and the way they create them? Here are some quotes. I hope they'll inspire you!

"First, find out what your hero wants, then just follow him!"

- Ray Bradbury

"I try to create sympathy for my characters, then turn the monsters loose."

- Stephen King

"Try to get your characters into interesting trouble. Allow your characters to misbehave. Let them stay out after 11." 

 - Charles Baxter

"It begins with a character, usually, and once he stands up on his feet and begins to move, all I can do is trot along behind him with a paper and pencil trying to keep up long enough to put down what he says and does.

   - William Faulkner

Happy writing!

- Raum