Courage (novel WIP)
Sept 16, 2015 17:08:50 GMT -5
Post by crystee on Sept 16, 2015 17:08:50 GMT -5
I did pick a character to do all the narrating
thanks for all the advice. It was actually someone off the list ^-^" I'll try to update with sneak peeks every now and again. I probably won't add a ton though, in fear of characters/plot getting copied/stolen and I plan to sell it for money somewhere in the future.{Spoiler}“Why do you want me to do it?” I asked. “You have a god of the universe and this is what you use him for? Writing down bedtime stories?” I shook my head in confusion. I had met many demigods in my time— Perseus, Achilles, even Heracles. But, modern demigods? They’re weird.
Silenus gave a roll of his eyes. “As if demigods, or witches for that matter, have time to write down a book. We would never finish it before we died. Plus, you’re the universe. You have all the time in the world to write this stuff down. You’re also one of the few that has seen what we go through.” I put my hand to my chin and thought.
“Crystal said she’ll owe you.” He stated. My face lit up and I cackled with laughter.
“Oh, that’s well worth it! Well, Silenus, I believe we have a deal.” I held out my hand. Silenus stared at it and frowned.
“You won’t do anything dirty to her, right?”
“Oh, wouldn’t dream of it.” Silenus gave a sigh and hesitantly shook my hand. He gave a nod of his head before swiping his hand in the air and disappearing.
This is going to be fun.
Silenus gave a roll of his eyes. “As if demigods, or witches for that matter, have time to write down a book. We would never finish it before we died. Plus, you’re the universe. You have all the time in the world to write this stuff down. You’re also one of the few that has seen what we go through.” I put my hand to my chin and thought.
“Crystal said she’ll owe you.” He stated. My face lit up and I cackled with laughter.
“Oh, that’s well worth it! Well, Silenus, I believe we have a deal.” I held out my hand. Silenus stared at it and frowned.
“You won’t do anything dirty to her, right?”
“Oh, wouldn’t dream of it.” Silenus gave a sigh and hesitantly shook my hand. He gave a nod of his head before swiping his hand in the air and disappearing.
This is going to be fun.
So I'm working on a novel that is currently called Courage (might change later) and I am having a difficult time deciding on something important. I would love if the community of PmC could help me out!
As to not ruin the series, I won't give away everything, but I'll give you a general idea.
It's based on Percy Jackson.
This means, it follows the theme of Greek Mythology and the thought of demigods. That is the only thing the same; this is not just some old fanfiction. I've made up the story/plot along with my best friend for almost 3 years now and I have enough history for it to become its own original series.
It has many different characters
and I simply cannot decide who's perspective it could take. I'm thinking of doing it in first person so it'd require me to get inside the character's head. If you could pick from the list below that you think would fit, I'd love it
Crystal
Crystal is obviously where my name comes from and she is based on myself. Though, I am unsure of it, as I've tried narrating as her before and it felt very odd. She is probably the most complicated character I have made.
Silenus
Silenus is the character that struggles the most. I have also found a little trouble in doing his character. I think its especially beginning the book that's the hardest; I struggle with the first sentence. (would love suggestions)
Adriana
Adriana is not a character I would think of narrating just from looking at everyone else. She feels so off to the side at times, especially since she's my friend's character and not mine (I have permission to use her, no worries). The one thing that does stick out is in the story she starts out as a mortal and slowly dives into the life of a demigod. She's probably one of the only characters that starts out as the reader: clueless and innocent.
Splitting up the narration
Would splitting up the narration between characters work better? I do have a perfect character for a prologue, but there's no way he fits in with everything else in the story.
Thanks for reading through this and I can't wait to hear what people think
