Many authors will find themselves in a position where they need to transcribe speech for their work. It’s a task that sounds easy but quickly becomes daunting if you don’t plan ahead.
Perhaps the most famous example of this type of character is Fitzwilliam Darcy from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice – a character whose aloof presentation makes him not just unfriendly, but hard to believe as the protagonist’s ultimate love interest.
Welcome to part 2 of our article on ‘origifying’ fan fiction into something that stands (and can be sold) on its own two feet. In this, part 2, we’ll be getting a lot more practical, and since we’ve got a lot of ground to cover and not much time in which to do it, let’s get going.
In this first installment, we’ll be covering the basics: changing surface details, cutting ties, and identifying what makes your work special, while in the second installment, we’ll move deeper into the process of ‘origifying’ your work, talking about how to escape the baked-in context of your inspiration and turn established characters into unique creations.
Have any questions? We are always open to talk about your writing, publishing projects, creative opportunities and how we can help you.
