Farwa Khan
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P.D. Workman:
Have you ever intentionally or unintentionally created a similarity between any of your characters from any book? In my opinion, Chloe (In Between The Cracks) and Sandy (Breaking The Pattern) are quite similar. I'm not saying that they are completely alike but some traits are. What is your opinion regarding the similarities between characters?
P.D. Workman
Yes, definitely. I think that most authors tend to write a particular "type" over and over again: L.M. Montgomery with spunky dreamers and orphans, James Patterson with highly-intelligent thrilling heroes, Stephanie Meyer with heroines moving from weak to strong.
One of my readers observes that he has come to expect "an underdog worth rooting for, a powerful voice fighting to be heard," in my books. And it's true, you will see this character type repeatedly in my books. I try to make sure that each character has a unique background and voice, but there are definitely similarities between them. A lot of my characters are battling depression or anxiety, PTSD, BPD, or paranoia. Many have lost a parent. Chronic illnesses, addiction, or psychosis are common themes. And maybe a few too many twins...
One of my readers observes that he has come to expect "an underdog worth rooting for, a powerful voice fighting to be heard," in my books. And it's true, you will see this character type repeatedly in my books. I try to make sure that each character has a unique background and voice, but there are definitely similarities between them. A lot of my characters are battling depression or anxiety, PTSD, BPD, or paranoia. Many have lost a parent. Chronic illnesses, addiction, or psychosis are common themes. And maybe a few too many twins...
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Farwa Khan
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P.D. Workman:
Regarding the "In Between The Cracks" series, you told one of your readers (whom I am in contact with) that the role of the mother in the abuse will be highlighted as well. Can you please tell in which book will that information be given? It was briefly mentioned in "Michelle" but what about the full extent? Where will it be mentioned?
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