What Do Stephen King Jeffrey Deaver Jonathan Kellerman And Thomas Mann Have In Common
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What Do Stephen King, Jeffrey Deaver, Jonathan Kellerman, and Thomas Mann Have in Common?
Exploring the Creative Process of Renowned Authors
Summary:
A common question I encounter is whether I know a novel's entire story before I start writing. The simple answer is no.
While I may have a direction in mind, I'm often surprised by where the story leads. How does that happen?
I frequently outline plots and create charts, not to predict my path, but to track where I've been. It often feels like backing into the story. When I began "Conduct in Question," I reached about a hundred pages and found myself unsure of what came next.
Rather than resorting to charts, I paused and focused on understanding my characters better, spending weeks making notes about them.
For instance, in "Conduct in Question," the sisters Katharine and Suzannah were modeled after two clients. Despite their differences, they formed a peculiar unity. Initially, I imagined Katharine as the one who would impose her will. However, I realized her toughness might actually make her the ideal victim. This shift in perspective developed her character further; her boldness led her into danger, revealing her deep-seated desire for love. With this revelation, her storyline fell into place.
Currently, I'm restructuring the third novel in the Osgoode Trilogy, "A Trial of One." This novel features three major storylines, each a unique quest. It continues the search for shares worth fifty million dollars from the second book, "Final Paradox," involving Harry, the protagonist, and his love interest, Natasha, in a complex triangle.
How will it all end? I foresee a pivotal event but not its specific details. Two characters must part forever, altering their relationship. This scene will occur at a secluded cottage with endless dunes and unyielding winds. The answer, I hope, lies within the finer details of the setting.
I recently read interviews of various authors discussing their plotting methods, prompted by Stephen King’s admission that he doesn’t outline before writing. Jeffrey Deaver emphasizes structure and uses outlines unless the narrative is character-driven. Daniel Handler humorously suggests that knowing the end of a sentence implies outlining. Jonathan Kellerman, managing multiple plot lines, also outlines. These responses underscore the personalized nature of the creative process.
Every writer must find their unique approach to crafting characters and events. Thomas Mann often explored artistic expression, perhaps best known for "Death in Venice." In "Tonia Kruger," a young man aspiring to write shares his vision, discussing the mysterious, formless inspiration he seeks to shape despite being drawn to the ordinary and beautiful.
For me, this encapsulates the process. Characters and their stories dwell in a murky realm within our psyche. It's the writer's role to bring them to life, allowing them to act and speak in accordance with their essence.
No matter the genre, this is the shared task of all writers. Each must ultimately discover their own method.
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