Life never seems to go according to plan, does it? But we're still here and we're still pressing on. Plenty of new projects to keep focusing on. Although my goal for this year was to work on one manuscript at a time, in reality I've kept it down to two at a time. I suppose that's progress?
A friend teasingly pointed out my fondness for writing about thieves, rogues, killers, and the detectives pursuing them. I won't deny some similarities in my writing. Keeping this in mind, I do work to make sure each story has its unique differences. But, a question popped into my mind.
What is a Marissa Priest Story?
They are about young ladies, fighting against a world set against them living as their true selves. I think that's why 19th century appeals to this theme so well. Everyone already has these preconceived notions about repressed Victorians. History shows a much more interesting story. And I want to take that and tailor it for my lovely ladies.
I cannot think of a single lady I've written who is entirely happy with her life in the beginning of the story. They all have to work for their "happily ever after", and often literally fight for it. I'd have to say that not all of them have the same anger in that fight as the others. A few rely more on their wit, while others use weaponry.
As every writer I know can agree, nothing comes easy. You have to work every day, no matter the obstacles. Of course my characters are going to be in the same place. They are part of me after all.
