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31 days of October for November Writing month |
| October NaNo Prep Challenge: 2014 Calendar This list of daily challenges accompanies "October NaNoWriMo Prep Challenge" [13+]. THE CALENDAR: Click each assignment for detailed instructions. Wednesday, Oct. 01 Required: Premise/Idea ▼ Identify the following: (1) Protagonist(s). Who is(are) your main character(s)? (2) Goal(s). What do they want? (3) Conflict. What is keeping them from their goal? (4) Antagonist(s). Who(what) is creating the conflict? *** STILL NEED A STORY IDEA? Try the writing tools at the bottom of the calendar. Sarah is my first main character. Her family goes from loving to terrifyingly abusive after her mother kills herself. Then she marries, is left pregnant, rapes, and finds the coven. Matilda is the next main Character. She is Sarah's daughter that was born in the coven. She marries Damion and gives birth to her twins. Then moves her family out of the coven to worship in Christianity. Mary and Mercy are duel main characters. One Christian the other Witch. Sarah dysfunctional family and childhood pregnancy. Matilda raising twins while hiding her powers. Mercy takes over the coven and kills Willow. Mary doesn't save Mercy to God. Sarah has to survive mother's death, dad's addictions, brother's abuse, rape, and separation from the only man whoever loved her. Matilda gives birth twins in the coven, and has to turn to Christianity. Mary and Mercy find out that they are blood witches. They find their powers. Mary is afraid and turns deeper into the church, but Mary begins her search for more power. Happens within the 20 years of the newspaper date of today. I want it to happen in a valley surrounded by wooded mountains. Bonus: Theme ▼ Identify the theme or moral of the story. Brainstorm ways you could resolve your conflict within the confines of the theme. I believe that the theme of my book is broken into a few subtitles. First it shows how a family can go from a happy one to a horrifying dysfunctional hell with a few unforeseen events. Second how a bad family life can lead a young person into different paths. Last, the story shows how religion can separate families as well as unite them. Thursday, Oct. 02 Required: Character List ▼ AKA Dramatis Personae. Draft a list of your characters and write a brief profile on each one (name, age, occupation or relation to main character(s) and rough physical description.) NOTE: You will have opportunities to revise the list throughout October, so this revision is not expected to be fully accurate or complete. *** NEED CHARACTER NAMES? See the name generators at the bottom of the calendar. Dramatis Personæ Emma Sarah’s Depressed Mother Edward Sarah’s Alcoholic Father Lee Sarah’s Oldest Brother Jake Sarah’s brother Sarah First Central Character Jimmy Johnson – J.J. Becomes Sarah’s young husband James Johnson Sr. J.J.’s black pastor- father Martha Johnson J.J.’s devote black heritage mother Mark Sarah watches his twin children Carol Mark’s meek and kind wife Sue Mark and Carol’s young daughter Kammi Sue’s Friend Tommy Mark and Carol’s young son Bill Tommy’s friend Anna Damion’s mother and introduces Sarah to Willow and the coven Willow Zodiac Mistresses’ Mistress Matilda Sarah’s Daughter Damion Anna’s son and Matilda’s Husband Mary Damion and Matilda’s twin Mary Damion and Matilda’s twin Christian Rayvon Wright – Rev Dallas A Pastor who didn’t look the part with a hat Bonus: Character Database ▼ Compile your character list into a format that is easy to update and expand, such as an electronic file (or collection of files) or a binder with room to grow. Later, you will write more detailed profiles on some characters. Keep your list handy for future updates throughout the Prep. Emma Edward Lee Tommy Jake Sarah 1. J.J. 2. Mark 3. Carol 4. Sue 5. Kammi 6. Tommy 7. Bill 8. Anna 9. Willow 10. Damion 11. Matilda 12. Rev. Dallas 13. Mrrcy 14. Mary Sarah Mental Attributes: Sarah is timid, angry, and scared when she found the Sisters United. She had been mistreated and left pregnant at fourteen with nowhere to go. Her emotions created in her a very powerful and dedicated witch. What is this characters IQ: She is a very street smart, learns spells, and ceremonies very quickly. Personality Traits: She is a timid woman who becomes Willow’s fire element in the nature ceremonies. Quirks: She spends her evenings creating revenge spells to impel the men that she felt wronged her while Matilda sleeps by her side. Phobias: Secret fear is that someone will come take her daughter. Likes: Run and play with Matilda in the forest. Dislikes: All members of the male species. What does s/he like about him/herself? Sarah loves the power that she has found in her spells. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? She doesn’t like feeling jealous of Matilda’s relationship with Damion. Favorite Foods: Dandelion soup with honey bread. Least Favorite Foods: All meat or meat related dishes What is his place in his community or tribe? She becomes the fire element because of her anger. What is his back story? Mother killed herself when Sarah was five. Father drank and beat her. Her brothers abused and allowed friends to do so. Married a black preacher’s son. His parents sent him to Europe after annulling the marriage. This left fourteen year old Sara alone and pregnant. Physical appearance: Sara is a thirteen year old girl with red hair and freckles. She weighed 86 pounds, and she was only 4’ 11” tall. She was seen more dirty than clean Strange or unique physical attributes: She covers her face with her hair as she speaks to others. Favorite clothing style/outfit: Her clothes are outdated and used living with her family. She wore black dresses when she was living in the coven. Where does he or she live? “Nowhere” Her Parents moved there while the mother was still pregnant with her. What is it like there? shabby little three bedroom house that had some of the windows covered up with boards.. no neighbors for miles.. hill sides.. Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): She doesn’t keep good eye contact until she joins the coven. Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): She speaks in almost a mumble until she moves into the coven Pet peeves: After what happens with her father, brothers, brothers’ friends, and J.J, she hates men. Fondest memory: Playing in the hills with her young brothers before her mother killed herself. Things that embarrass him or her: She is only embarrassed to speak of her relationship with her brothers before she moved away. Family (describe): Parents are Emma and Eward Brothers are Lee and Jake Daughter Matilda Deepest, darkest secret: What her brothers did to her. Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: She felt that she should have stopped them. Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? Willow and the coven excepts her and makes her part of their community. What do they dislike about this character?): Willow and the coven see a survivor in Sara. Political views: None Religion/philosophy of life: The teachings of the coven became her religion. Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? A black cat finds Sara at the coven and becomes her fimular. Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Having Matilda Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Her husband being sent away. Superstitions: She wore an earring that belonged to her mother after she died.. Sara believed that Emma was connect to the item and could be summoned through it. Three words to describe this character: Small, Stable, and smart. Anna Mental Attributes: She is well balanced and has put the past behind her. Her loyalties has been placed in Willow and the coven. What is this characters IQ: She has an aptitude for reading Personality Traits: She seems to be a happy person. She isn’t judgmental, and she is a forgiving person. Quirks: She believes that allowing her son to suckle from a goats, wolves, and other animals will give him power of animals Phobias: Fire Likes: Rainy days Dislikes: The emotion anger What does s/he like about him/herself? She is fun and has an over coming spirit What does s/he dislike about him/herself? The marks on her arms Favorite Foods: Bananas Least Favorite Foods: Pitted fruit What is his place in his community or tribe? She was Willow’s apprentice before Sarah, and then the place was given to Matilda. What is his back story? She was an only daughter to the Mayor of __________. They loved her very much, and would have turned the world over to make sure that she had what she wanted. Then she was attacked by a gang of men from a local bar as she was returning home from a friends. She could not bare bringing shame to her parents when she learned that she was pregnant. She ran away never knowing how hard her parents were looking for her. Physical appearance: She has blond curly hair that she pulls back behind her ears, bright blue eyes, 130 pounds, 5’ 6” tall, large breasted, and always well groomed Strange or unique physical attributes: Scars on wrists Favorite clothing style/outfit: Robes and dresses Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Coven Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): She carried a wide smile and bright eyes. Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Bubbly, energetic, and positive Pet peeves: Judgmental people Fondest memory: She still dreams of the conversations with her mother and father at the dinner table. Things that embarrass him or her: Three inch scars on her wrists. This character is highly opinionated about: Her loyalty to Willow. Family (describe): She was attacked when she was only twelve. Rather than face her parents, she runs away. She is found passes out under a bridge from blood loss oozing from her wrists. Willow nurses her back to health, and Damion is delivered in the coven Deepest, darkest secret: She has only shared that her son was a child of a brutal gang rape when she was only twelve. Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: She did not want it to get back to her family Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Those who do not know that she is a witch see her as a caring person and willing to help when she sees a need. Those in the coven see her the same way and turn to her for spells and potions dealing with animals Political views: Not interested in any governing except that of Willow and the coven Religion/philosophy of life: She follows the beliefs of the coven, and that good begats good.. bad begats bad… Description of his or her house: Two rooms.. living room is both a room to entertain .. both rooms are open for the animals to do as they want Description of his or her bedroom: A princess bed.. black lace curtains, bed covers, black area rug… Any pets? A cat, rat, frog, 2 wolfs, 2 goats, crow Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Having her son Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Raped by a gang of grown men. Superstitions: That her child can develop stronger powers by sucking the mother’s milk of animals. Three words to describe this character: Fun, young, casts strong spells…. Strong connection with animals Willow Mental Attributes: She is strong, confident, and a happy-loving leader of the coven. What is this characters IQ: She is knowledgeable in book education. She is a fourth generation witch with powers passed through the family line. Personality Traits: Happy, a leader, wise, a negotiator Quirks: Creates an electric disturbance when she is upset or excited She becomes too trusting of Mercy. Phobias: none Likes: Creating the since of belonging with the women of the coven Dislikes: Technology What does s/he like about him/herself? Her connection with mother earth. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Hidden Loneliness due to not having a mate Favorite Foods: Fish eyes and black peas Least Favorite Foods: Beef What is his place in his community or tribe? Leader of the coven What is his back story? Her ancestors were the witches of Salem. Each generation of women lived longer than the generation before her. Willow’s grandmother lived to be 120 years old, her mother lived to be 151 years old, and Willow believes that a spell and a natural lifestyle would carry her life and youth well past 200 years old. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: J.J Real name James Johnson Mental Attributes: He was a rebellious Preacher’s son. He was happy and wanted to help everyone that he met due to his religious up-bringing. He got himself into trouble because he didn’t care who he would hang with. What is this characters IQ: He was smart. He is a straight A student. He knows the BIBLE inside and out. Personality Traits: He is caring. He is not a leader, nor does he judge others for their behavior. Quirks: He chooses friends that his parents do not approve of while keeping himself clean of drugs and criminal activities. Phobias: He fears any sin or sinful activities that may wind him up in Hell. Likes: He likes people and things that aren’t religious because he feels that he can make a difference by being friends rather that a preacher to others. Dislikes: He dislikes those who claim to love God, but judge others harshly for the ways that they live. Showing the sinner no love. What does s/he like about him/herself? J.J likes that he makes good choices on his own behavior. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? He hates that fact that he did nothing to fight his parents’ choice to send him away from his young white wife. Favorite Foods: His favorite food is Meatloaf and garlic bread. Least Favorite Foods: He hates Cauliflower. What is his place in his community or tribe? He is judged rashly by the members of his father’s church for those that he hangs with. What is his back story? His family came from Europe. They moved there to USA because his father believed that God was calling him to begin a church in the States. J.J. had to leave every friend that he had. He had to go from attending all male boarding school to riding his bike to public school. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Mark Mental Attributes: Mark is a forty-two year old. He is the authority in his family. He has control without violence. What is this characters IQ: He has a high education, and he has an even better knowledge on people. He knows how to use their weaknesses against them to his advantage. Personality Traits: He seems to never raise his voice or use profane language. He loves his children above all else; however, his young wife is a woman who bore his children. She doesn’t seem to see any wrong in Mark. Quirks: Mark has a sexual appetite that only one woman cannot fulfill. Phobias: His only fear is losing his kids. Likes: Having total control of all people and events in his life. Dislikes: That Sarah left after the sexual event with Mark. What does s/he like about him/herself? Mark is successful in his work, education, earnings, and has a beautiful wife half his age. He loves the life style that he has chosen to life. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? He doesn’t like that he has to hide his affairs. He feels that he should have his cake and eat it to. Favorite Foods: New York strip steak, garlic mushrooms, with a creamy lobster sauce. Least Favorite Foods: Any that could be found on blue colored tables of his employees What is his place in his community or tribe? He is a well education engineer. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Rev Dallas Real name: Christian Rayvon Wright Mental Attributes: He feels that he is close to God. He helps as much as he can. He prays and sings day in and day out. He doesn’t judge, and his life helps him to relate to those that the suit and tie preachers cannot. What is this characters IQ: He has long hair pulled back in a ponytail, and a goatee beard. He has muscular arms with tattoos on both above the elbow. On the right arm, he wore a picture of praying hands and words “Jesus Saves”. On the left arm, there was a picture of the crucifixion with a date. The date was the date that he was re-born a Christian. He dressed as you would expect a cow boy to dress even to the ten gallon hat with a large Eagle feather in the band. Personality Traits: He chooses to live in half-way houses, homeless camps, and shelters. At times, he preach at bus stations. He gave everything he had to those who are in need. He works at the local stables caring for the horses, and gives as much of his earnings as he can to those who ask. Quirks: He still tips his hat to the ladies as the stars of westerns did. This makes him seem to be a gentleman and a little off to other people. Phobias: His only fear is that he will not reach the person that he crosses paths with for God. Likes: Horses, hobos, children, preaching on the streets, and telling his story. Dislikes: He hates that people don’t turn to God because they feel that Christians have to dress, talk, and act the same way to be excepted. What does s/he like about him/herself? He loves that he found God, and he is able to share the experience with others that might not be reached in a church house. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? That he is able to except other people without judging them. Favorite Foods: Steak and backed-stuffed potatoes. Least Favorite Foods: Tofu What is his place in his community or tribe? He is counted as a homeless person. What is his back story? Dallas got his name from being born and raised in Dallas Texas. He had been a rodeo star from thirteen until he had a devastating fall at the early age of twenty two. He then was briefly addicted to pain killers. Then he stopped taking them on his own, and found God while jumping the box cars on trains from town to town. He found himself being beaten by another homeless man. While bleeding and loosing awareness, he saw the face of God that told him either change or die. He prayed right there as he passed out. When he awoke, he left the train, washed up, and begin to preach in the town that he got off the train. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Mary Mental Attributes: She seemed to be the weaker of the twins. While the two were young children, Mercy became the leader. Mary followed her older sister. What is this characters IQ: Mary is strong in the church of Dallas, and she judges her heritage of witchery in the family rashly. She has a hard time dealing with it. Personality Traits: Mary seems meek, shy, and timid. She makes her adult decisions by what she hears preached and what she reads in her Bible. Quirks: Electronics are disrupted when Mary is emotional. Phobias: She is afraid of any path that isn’t laid out in the Bible. She is afraid of going to hell in the after-life. Likes: Mary love to teach Sunday school, and her special prayer time. Dislikes: She hates confrontation. What does s/he like about him/herself? Mary likes that she is able to interrupt the Bible. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? She hates that her grandmother was a witch. Favorite Foods: Her favorite food is salads, and she rarely eats any meat except fish. Least Favorite Foods: Mary felt that it was wasteful to eat at restaurants. What is his place in his community or tribe? She was a Sunday school teacher in her community. She attended the same church that her mother attended since Mary was a small child. What is his back story? She was the grandchild of Sara who became a witch after abuse at the hands of her family and others. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Mercy Mental Attributes: The leader of the twins as children. She was the one that tried new things. She was always looking to find herself. What is this characters IQ: Mercy was the twin that had the cunning. She had the talent to make Mary believe that Mercy was the smarter of the two. Personality Traits: Mercy was likeable. She could make anyone believe anything. She was later finding that she had powers than Mary, but the power caused her to become hungrier for it while Mary became more afraid of it. Quirks: Mercy was power hungry, and she had to touch the person she was trying to manipulate from habit. She had to create a connection that she believed would make them trust her more. Phobias: Mercy did not show any fear. Likes: She likes to feel in control of anything or anyone in her life especially Mary. Dislikes: She began to dislike the church that she attended since she was a child after she found that she had power. What does s/he like about him/herself? She likes to be in control, and she is good at it. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? There isn’t anything apparent that she is afraid of. Favorite Foods: She loves plants that are used in spells and for powers. Least Favorite Foods: Her least favorite food since childhood is meatloaf. What is his place in his community or tribe? She befriends and kills Willow to become mother of the coven. What is his back story? She is Mary’s twin sister, and they are grandchildren of Sarah who became a witch. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Damion Mental Attributes: He was confident. What is this characters IQ: Damion was smart in the life style of his mother and their place in the coven. Personality Traits: He was easily guided by love of a woman, and Matilda led him and their twin daughters from the coven after meeting Rev. Dallas. Quirks: He cracks his knuckles when bored or nervous. Phobias: He is afraid of losing Matilda and the girls. Likes: He likes family life in or out of the coven. Dislikes: He gets soft when he sees his daughters crying or hurt. What does s/he like about him/herself? Damion feels that he is a good father and husband. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? He hates that he cannot reach Mercy to bring her back to the family and the church. Favorite Foods: His favorite meal is rack of lamb and coleslaw. Least Favorite Foods: He doesn’t like salads and desserts. What is his place in his community or tribe? He is a deacon in Rev. Dallas church. What is his back story? He was the only other child in the coven with Matilda. He was four when she was born into it. Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Carol Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: EMMA Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: EDWARD Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: LEE Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: TOMMY Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? 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What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: ----------------------------------- Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? 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What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: _________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: ____________________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: _______________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: ______________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: _______________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: ______________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: __________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: ___________________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: __________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: _____________ Mental Attributes: What is this characters IQ: Personality Traits: Quirks: Phobias: Likes: Dislikes: What does s/he like about him/herself? What does s/he dislike about him/herself? Favorite Foods: Least Favorite Foods: What is his place in his community or tribe? What is his back story? Physical appearance: Strange or unique physical attributes: Favorite clothing style/outfit: Where does he or she live? What is it like there? Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Pet peeves: Fondest memory: Things that embarrass him or her: This character is highly opinionated about: Family (describe): Deepest, darkest secret: Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Political views: Religion/philosophy of life: Description of his or her house: Description of his or her bedroom: Any pets? Best thing that has ever happened to this character: Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Superstitions: Three words to describe this character: Friday, Oct. 03 Required: Protagonist Profile ▼ Complete a character profile of your protagonist. The point of this exercise is for you to get to know your character inside and out before you write your novel. If you don't know your character, how can you expect it of your readers? Flesh out your pre-story character in detail. Keep in mind that your protagonist will grow in some way during your story. Add the profile to your character database (if applicable.) Bonus: Protagonist Voice ▼ Have your protagonist introduce themselves to us in first person using their own voice. Brainstorm ways to make their voice unique. Add the introduction to your character database (if applicable.) Sarah Hello, my name is Sarah Siskins. I began my life in a very happy family. My brothers and I loved to play. We climbed hills and trees. We stomped in shallow ditches. I thought that we were all happy until I found my mother hanged on our clothes line. This changed my life. I left home pregnant and alone. Now I am a sister at Mistresses of the Zodiac. I am a mother of a beautiful powerful daughter Matilda. I am also grandmother of two even more powerful grand-daughters. All born here in the coven. Matilda Being born in a coven, I had many mothers. I loved each and every woman in the community as if they had given birth to me. My real mother is Sarah, but in Willow and Anna, I found more nourishment. I never ever imagined moving my young daughters to a Christian church. Leaving the only family I ever knew behind for a God I was never taught about. I still love my cult family. God tells us that we are all his children, but I have to raise my daughters in the real truth of God’s plan for them. Mary My name is Mary, and I will be your new Sunday school teacher from now on. I want each of you to know that God has a greater power than any that you can find here on Earth. As teenagers, you will be tempted with many seductive things. Your family may have different belief’s than you. Your friends may turn against you because you no longer party with them. And you many even doubt yourself. You must remember that even Christ was tempted of the Devil, but he taught us not to give into temptations. Mercy Sisters, Willow has left the coven. She has decided to turn over the government of this community to me. She trusts that you will follow my instructions. Mary is excommunicated. She is no longer to have contact with anyone in the coven. Anyone caught contacting her or carrying messages to Sarah to her will be stoned. Mary is brainwashed by so called Christianity, and she is planning to kill her own mother and sister. She will take this community down with us. She will be the end of Mistresses of Zodiac. Saturday, Oct. 04 Required: Contest Round 1: Protagonist Background Story ▼ Write a story about your protagonist that takes place outside of your novel. Make your readers relate to him or her in such a way that we would be devastated if he or she were to experience conflict (which, ultimately, sometime in November, he/she will.) The object of the contest is to make your judges root for your protagonist! Simply put: the character we like best wins. If your protagonist is an assassin or someone similarly "unlikeable," never fear! I love Vlad Taltos, the professional assassin . You can make us love your character, too. Add the background story to your character database (if applicable.) *Submit your BITEM or ENTRY link by 1200 noon WDC time on Sunday, Oct. 05 to compete. If you miss this deadline or choose not to compete, you may still post your assignment completion for the grand prize, per the standard Prep guidelines. Saturday, Oct. 04 Sarah opens her eyes in response to the sound of pounding on the door. Who could be knocking? No one knew where she had J.J. had spent their wedding night. Then she heard a loud masculine voice, “Junior!” The voice woke her new groom. His face was white with fear. The face that she could only surmise was because the man behind the door was his father, the Pastor. The two hurried to find their clothes. “Just a minute, Dad.” J.J. replied. He whispers to his bride, “don’t worry. You are my wife and there isn’t anything he can do to change that.” J.J. opens the door expecting to see only his angry father with his stable mother to smooth the fire that undoubtedly burned in James eyes for his son’s betrayal. However, there stood James, but he wasn’t alone. Beside him stood Sarah’s father Edward, powered the many drinks that he consumed throughout the night. Sarah’s brother’s Lee and Jake had tagged along. Both her brothers were over six and a half feet tall. They stood over her five foot six inch husband, like mountains. Lee slaps Sarah knocking her to the floor. J.J. ran over to her side. With one quick kick from the strong farmer’s leg, Lee had thrown the groom against his wife. The couple lay motionless against each other until Edward grabs Sarah by the hair and pulls her to the other side of the room. He held her back to watch her brothers beat the one she loved. She screams, “James, that’s your son.” She looks at James. “They are killing him. STOP!” James yells to the brothers, “Stop, this is my son. I will take him far away.” “Daddy, Daddy!” Sarah begs her father. “Please let him go. Make them stop, and I will never see him again.” Lee and Jake throw him out the door. James follows after him. He helps his son back in the truck. Sarah tail lights dim as they drove off through swollen eyes. She knew that she would never see him again. She never saw J.J. again, but she refused to go home. When she left the room, she was dropped at the hospital. She didn’t tell anyone what had really happen, but she signed herself out to journey into the unknown. Sunday, Oct. 05 Off/Freebie Day ▼ Take a break or catch up. Worked on ideas and passages for novel.. Ideas Bible story for Matilda to read to the twins. Monday, Oct. 06 Required: Setting List ▼ Draft a list of your settings and write a brief description of each. NOTE: You will have opportunities to revise the list throughout October, so this revision is not expected to be fully accurate or complete. CHAPTERS Chapter one Meet Sarah This chapter’s scenes are about Sarah. It is based on the conflicts that is going on in her family. Most of the chapter happens in the family’s home. There is another scene where she and J.J. is separated. Chapter two Mistresses Zodiac First scene is of Sarah being homeless, and she meets Mark. She lives at their house. There she cares for their twin daughters. There is an emotional scene in the children’s bedroom. A later scene is meeting Anna. Last scene of this chapter is finding the coven, and giving birth to a daughter during a ritual. Chapter three Matilda The scenes are going to happen in the coven and the forest around it. Matilda will be defined as a child and a preteen in this chapter. Chapter four Matilda’s Power Matilda is becoming emotional. She begins to become more and more distracted in school. Most of the chapter is set in high school campus. Chapter five Damion/Matilda The scene takes place in the forest. They marry in the ash circle surrounded by birch trees in a ritual performed by Willow. These scenes are graphic-sexy scenes. After the wedding, Damion has to take the virginity of the girls over nineteen over the time of seven nights. The last scene is of the couple moving into their new home. Chapter six Matilda’s Twins This chapter is about Matilda and Damion welcoming their twins in the same circle that Matilda and Damion had conceived them during their wedding night. The last scene Chapter Seven Twins Dedication The dedication of the twins to the coven was performed by Willow in the center of the coven court yard. Chapter Eight Reverend Dallas First scene: The twins are three when Matilda and Damion meet Reverend Dallas at a farmer’s market. Another scene where the family has decided to visit the church….. Getting the kids ready for church… Chapter Nine Christianity This scene will be of the battle in Matilda’s heart that she goes to the alter. Scene: will tell about what the church looks like, what the family felt, what the children’s did in Sunday school, and ending in Matilda giving her life to the lord with hands on her praying with her. Chapter Ten Family Leave First scene is of Matilda packing to leave the coven. She is packing the children’s things when she has to explain her change of religion to Willow and Sarah. Chapter Eleven Twins go to School Scenes Matilda leaving the girls at their first day at Christian Fellowship Pre-school. This will be a memory, and then the will end with Matilda and Damion sitting at their elementary graduation. Chapter Twelve Twins Learn Past The first scene will be of Mercy finding a letter from Sarah to Matilda in an old box while playing in the basement. This scene will describe the basement, contents of the box, and a book of Matilda’s young spells. Chapter Thirteen Mercy Goes Away Scene Mercy searches the address of the letter from Sarah and goes to find the coven. This Chapter will begin with Mercy talking to Mary trying to get her to take the journey with her.. I do not know if I will have Mary go with her or if I will have Mary stay home and tell her parents. Chapter Fourteen Mercy and Willow Scene is of Mercy serving Willow dinner after being accepting into the coven for over three weeks. Another scene is of Willow dying, and Mercy hiding the body. Chapter Fifteen Mary Pleas Scene: Mary visits her sister at the coven. There she finds that Willow’s role in the coven was now Mercy. She begs Mercy to give up witchery, and come home to the church with her. Another scene is of Mercy trying to cast a spell on her sister. Scene: Mary visits her pastor for advice. Chapter sixteen The Final Fire First scene is of Mary in her grandmother’s room. The last scene is of the after math of the burning of the coven. I am not sure what direction and twist that I will add here. I am sure that it will make some changes. I believe that I will have even more chapters. As I work on the structure of the book, the more ideas fill my mind. My brain feels as though it may explode onto the screen and become nothing but jibber jabber because of being too much to organize. Bonus: Setting Database ▼ Compile your setting list into a format that is easy to update, such as an electronic file (or collection of files) or a binder with room to grow. Keep your list handy for future updates throughout the Prep. Tuesday, Oct. 07 Required: Freestyle Brainstorm ▼ Spend at least fifteen minutes writing whatever ideas come to you about your plot, characters and setting. Due to computer shutting down I have two different beginnings of the same thought. Mary and Mercy are adorable toddlers. Mercy had wavy blond hair, crystal blue eyes, and dimples when she smiled. She captivated anyone she looked at. Mary had brown eyes and red hair. She was the least active of the sisters. Mary allowed her younger twin, by three minutes, to decide the activities of the day. Mary had bright red curls and piercing green eyes. Not a freckle on those cheeks. Mary had flawless skin to have red hair. She didn’t have freckles that usually marked most people with hair the color of hers. She was quieter than Mercy, and she required less attention. She was happy being in the background. Mercy was her Mary’s best friend, sister, and leader. Her green eyes shown with admiration for her sister. Mercy loved her sister Mary, but she was happy to be a playmate that was so dedicated to make her happy. Mary loved Mercy too, and it was fun to play with Mercy. They were happy to be sisters, and life was always an adventure playing in the community park and the toys in their bedroom. One night Matilda laid her daughters into pink full sized comfortable bed. “Momma, read.” Mary asked handing Matilda their Big Book Of Bible stories. Matilda asked, “What story do you want me to read, my Darlings?” “This one.” The girls pointed to a page with a picture of two women standing before the king with a guard holding a necked baby upside down with one leg. “I wont you to read this one.” So Matilda began: Bonus: Extended Brainstorm ▼ Add at least fifteen additional minutes to your freestyle brainstorming time. Mary and Mercy are adorable toddlers. Mercy had wavy blond hair, crystal blue eyes, and dimples when she smiled. She captivated anyone she looked at. Mary had brown eyes and red hair. She was the least active of the sisters. Mary allowed her younger twin, by three minutes, to decide the activities of the day. Mary had bright red curls and piercing green eyes. Not a freckle on those cheeks. Mary had flawless skin to have red hair. She didn’t have freckles that usually marked most people with hair the color of hers. She was quieter than Mercy, and she required less attention. She was happy being in the background. Mercy was her Mary’s best friend, sister, and leader. Her green eyes shown with admiration for her sister. Mercy loved her sister Mary, but she was happy to be a playmate that was so dedicated to make her happy. Mary loved Mercy too, and it was fun to play with Mercy. They were happy to be sisters, and life was always an adventure playing in the community park and the toys in their bedroom. One night Matilda laid her daughters into pink full sized comfortable bed. “Momma, read.” Mary asked handing Matilda their Big Book Of Bible stories. Matilda asked, “What story do you want me to read, my Darlings?” “This one.” The girls pointed to a page with a picture of two women standing before the king with a guard holding a necked baby upside down with one leg. “I won’t you to read this one.” So Matilda began: Along time ago, in a time before our Lord Jesus was even born. Two women lived together. Each woman was young and they were roommates. They were close, and they seemed to be close friends. One day one woman gives the second some good news. “I am going to have a baby.” Her friend was excited for her, and the two of them begin to ready their home for the new member to the house hold. They swept the floors. They washed the walls. They even made little gowns for the baby. Yea the baby was going to be very happy when he/she comes into the world. The women got even more excited when the second woman came to the first about three weeks later. “Friend,” She said smiling, “We are truly sisters. For I too am going to have a baby.” Everything was going to be awesome. They would be a family. Two women could be help to each for the next few months, and then help each other. Neither had family or husbands so each woman was excited to have each other. During the next few months the women readied for the arrival of their little bundles. They made even more baby clothes, preserved more food, and made plans how the two of them would be able to help each other get breaks and rest while the babies were young. They seemed to have the situation all figured out. However, things were about to change. The first woman gave birth to her child. The child was healthy, and weighed about seven pounds. The second woman delivered the child. She holds him. As she did, she felt her own child leap inside her own belly. Both women nursed and cared for this little boy for three days, and this is where things began to change. The second woman gave birth to a son. He weighed about seven pounds. There could not have been two happier women because they had someone to share their lives with. They were astatic to be mothers. Wednesday, Oct. 08 Required: Outline Revision #1 ▼ Building on your Premise/Idea from Oct. 1, compose the first draft of your outline. Options: Using traditional outline format : Define what happens at the beginning, climax, and the end. Using Index Cards (Paper or Electronic): Define your beginning, climax, and end. As you build your outline throughout October, you can easily shuffle around plot elements. The Snowflake Method : Write a provocative one-sentence description of your story. Example from Randy Ingermanson's Transgression : "A rogue physicist travels back in time to kill the apostle Paul." *** SEE ALSO: Outlining Tools in the Writing Tools section at the bottom of this calendar. Outline of Generation Witch A. Meet Sarah This chapter’s scenes are about Sarah. It is based on the conflicts that is going on in her family. Most of the chapter happens in the family’s home. There is another scene where she and J.J. is separated. 1. We meet Sarah’s family I. Edward becomes a drunk II. Emma hangs herself III. Lee and Jack once loving brothers are growing up abusing her 2. Meet J.J i. Sarah and J.J get married ii. You meet J.J.’s parents iii. Both families find out and find them the morning after iv. They are beaten and Sarah agrees not to see her husband v. James sends J.J. out of state B. Mistresses Zodiac First scene is of Sarah being homeless, and she meets Mark. She lives at their house. There she cares for their twin daughters. There is an emotional scene in the children’s bedroom. A later scene is meeting Anna. Last scene of this chapter is finding the coven, and giving birth to a daughter during a ritual. 1. Sarah is homeless and pregnant I. She uses local media and library to search for help for her child II. meets Mark and his wife Carol III. She becomes a live in babysitter for their twins IV. Mark rapes her in the children’s bedroom V. Sarah leaves Mark and Carol we meet Anna VI. Anna takes Sarah to the Mistresses Zodiac C. Matilda The scenes are going to happen in the coven and the forest around it. Matilda will be defined as a child and a preteen in this chapter. i. Born in a witch ritual ii. Her physical descriptions as a child iii. Anna explains how she nursed her son off animals iv. She visits rituals v. She plays with Damion D. Matilda’s Power Matilda learns her craft under the supervision of her mother Rose, Anna, and Willow i. Willow allowed Matilda to attend rituals, participate in them ii. Anna teaches Matilda simple potion spells iii. Sarah works with her daughter on chants iv. These three test Matilda to find her placement in the coven E. Damion/Matilda The scene takes place in the forest. They marry in the ash circle surrounded by birch trees in a ritual performed by Willow. These scenes are graphic-sexy scenes. After the wedding, Damion has to take the virginity of the girls over nineteen over the time of seven nights. The last scene is of the couple moving into their new home. i. Begins by Describing the wedding ceremony ii. Each mother readies the other mother’s child for the ritual iii. The couple consummate their marriage on the alter iv. The groom has to take the virginity of the girls over 25 in the coven with in the week wedding ritual F. Matilda’s Twins This chapter is about Matilda and Damion welcoming their twins in the same circle that Matilda and Damion had conceived them during their wedding night. i. Chapter starts with the couple in the doctor’s office, and holding hands as they find out about having twins ii. Paragraph about the babies’ relationship in the womb iii. The babies as toddlers and young children G. Twins Dedication First scene: The twins are three when Matilda and Damion meet Reverend Dallas at a farmer’s market. Another scene where the family has decided to visit the church i. Getting the kids ready for church… ii. Thinking about combining this chapter with the chapter above H. Reverend Dallas First scene: The twins are three when Matilda and Damion meet Reverend Dallas at a farmer’s market. Another scene where the family has decided to visit the church….. Getting the kids ready for church… i. His real name is Christian Rayvon Wright met Matilda and her family at the fruit market. 1. He has long hair pulled back in a ponytail. 2. goatee beard 3. muscular arms with tattoos on both above the elbow a. right arm picture of praying hands “Jesus Saves” b. left arm, there was a picture of the crucifixion with a date. The date was the date that he was re-born a Christian. ii. ten gallon hat with a large Eagle feather in the band iii. describes breakfast and challenges of getting toddlers ready for church iv. Twins behavior in their first Sunday school class 1. Questions about bible about their lessons at home 2. Church gave girls a Book of Bible Stories I. Christianity i. This scene will be of the battle in Matilda’s heart between her loyalties of witchcraft in which she was raised and the God she has grown to love. 1. looks like 2. what the family felt 3. Matilda giving her life to the lord J. Family Leave First scene is of Matilda packing to leave the coven. She is packing the children’s things when she has to explain her change of religion to Willow and Sarah. i. Conversation with Willow and Sarah around her table ii. The tearful good byes between the women and children 1. Anna has a hidden anger about her grandchildren leaving the coven a. Anna gives Mercy a talisman i. The wooden doll has a spell to bring her back to the coven one day iii. The trip to back to New York to new church K. Twins go to School Scenes Matilda leaving the girls at their first day at Christian Fellowship Pre-school. This will be a memory, and then the will end with Matilda and Damion sitting at their elementary graduation. i. The girls have an easy time separating from Matilda ii. Matilda didn’t have such an easy time 1. Matilda sat in her car watching them enter school with tears in her eyes iii. The girls are dressed different in shinny dresses 1. Mary in pink silk a. Hair back in a braid 2. Mercy black “fake” leather a. Hair hanging in ringlets L. Twins Learn the Past The first scene will be of Mercy finding a letter from Sarah to Matilda in an old box while playing in the basement. This scene will describe the basement, contents of the box, and a book of Matilda’s young spells. i. Mercy reads the yellowing paper 1. Sarah was explaining to Matilda how to get a birth certificate since she was born in the coven with no record ii. Mercy takes the letters to Mary 1. Mary wants to talk to Matilda, but Mercy doesn’t iii. We find out what the basement looks like 1. Pool table 2. Sectional table 3. Fire place 4. A room used for storage a. This is the where the box is found i. A cigar box tied with a black and gold silk ribbon b. The book was in the bottom of the cigar box i. A leather journal with hand written poetry at first glance (spells) M. Mercy Goes Away i. Mercy pleads with her sister to go in look for their past at the coven ii. Mercy cannot get Mary to search for the coven with her a. Instead Mary turns to Rev Dallas N. Mercy and Willow Scene is of Mercy serving Willow dinner after being accepting into the coven for over three weeks. Another scene is of Willow dying, and Mercy hiding the body. i. When Mercy comes to the coven 1. Sarah takes her into her house 2. Willow teaches her how to use powers, potions, spells ii. In exchange for her teaching Mercy cooks and cleans for Willow 1. Mercy brings Willow her dinner and a glass of berry wine each evening before going home to Sarah 2. Mercy is placing a poison potion from Willow’s own cabinet into her drink every evening. iii. Willow begins to run a high fever 1. Mercy cares for her while keeping the illness of Willow secret 2. Mercy is telling that Willow is getting ready to go for a journey to help start another coven a. When Willow dies, Mercy tells the coven that Willow has ordained her to be the Mistresses Mother O. Mary Pleas Scene: Mary visits her sister at the coven. There she finds that Willow’s role in the coven was now Mercy. She begs Mercy to give up witchery, and come home to the church with her. Another scene is of Mercy trying to cast a spell on her sister. Scene: Mary visits her pastor for advice. i. Mary finds Mercy ruling the coven in Willow’s place ii. Conversation between the sisters iii. Mercy get angry and sends Mary away harshly 1. Sarah asks Mary not to come back for fear Mercy would kill Mary 2. Mary tries to get Sarah to repent and go to church with her iv. In this chapter we have a lot of scriptures given against witches given to Mary from Dallas P. The Final Fire First scene is of Mary in her grandmother’s room. The last scene is of the after math of the burning of the coven. I am not sure what direction and twist that I will add here. I am sure that it will make some changes. i. Description of Sarah’s room ii. A better description of the coven 1. The houses 2. The moon 3. shadows iii. Some trap for Mercy so that Mary can confine her in the burning coven 1. I may have Matilda to realize what is happening and for fear of Mary’s life be casting a protection spell behind the scenes at her house Bonus: Literary Devices ▼ OUTLINING TOOLS ▼ Choosing the Best Outline Method For You 15-20 Word Focused Outline Novel Outlining Worksheets The Snowflake Method Organize Your Writing JK Rowling Style Select three literary devices from the list provided and work them into your outlin OPTIONS: Foreshadowing: Hints of something to come. Chekhov's Gun: The gun on the wall in Scene 1 is eventually fired. Repetitive Designation: An object or fact appears over and over. Symbolism: Small facts, objects, or characterizations represent something bigger. Self-fulfilling prophecy: Protagonist attempts to thwart prophecy but in attempting, fulfills it. Poetic Justice: Good guys are rewarded and bad guys are punished. Plot Twist: Surprises the reader with something unexpected. False Protagonist: The protagonist dies or turns out to be something other than the protagonist. Red Herring: A false trail diverts the reader's attention from what really happened. Unreliable Narrator: The narrator has been misleading the reader all along. Irony: The exact opposite of what the reader expects happens. Reveal: A hidden connection between characters or facts is revealed in time. Plot Device: Advances the plot forward, often pushing the main character past a hurdle. Object of Power: Either the protagonist wants it, or the object drives the plot of its own accord. MacGuffin: Something the protagonist wants for unknown and unimportant reasons. Quibble: Following the letter of the law, contract, or agreement instead of its intent, changing the outcome. Narrative Hook: Story opening that grab's the reader's attention. Cliffhanger: Ending a scene, chapter or story in the middle of action, hooking the reader. Ticking Clock Scenario: The threat of impending doom if the protagonist's objective is not met. Breaking the Fourth Wall: A character speaks directly to the reader. Thursday, Oct. 09 Required: Definitions List ▼ Generate a list of relevant definitions for which you'd like to keep track of details. (Formerly "Plot Points") As an example, here is a possible list of definitions for the Harry Potter series: * rules of magic * the Ministry of Magic * modes of transportation (apparition, Floo network, portkeys, flying, etc.) * Harry's scar * Hogwarts (not just as a setting, but as a school with teachers and routines and history) * the four Houses * the unusual behavior of photographs and artwork * the sword of Gryffindor In your definitions list, you'll flesh out details that you'll want to remember later for consistency: * how does one enter the Ministry of Magic? * how old does a student have to be before they are allowed to apparate? * how did Harry get his scar, and what does it mean? * who was Hufflepuff school named after again, and what are the typical traits of a Hufflepuff wizard? You won't have to dig through pages and pages of scribbled notes to find whatever you decided about these definitions - they will all be compiled into a neat list / binder / database / note cards / whatever your favorite form of organization happens to be. Generation Witch Plot Points Transportation specialist Population of 350 people Clothes line Alcoholic father Jimmy Johnson’s Father is a Pastor Human-animal breastfeeding Birch trees Ash circle Ritual Natural witch Fraternal twins Reverend Will be adding more as novel grows In your definitions list, you'll flesh out details that you'll want to remember later for consistency: o What was Sarah’s first true conflict? o What were the events that caused Sarah to find Mistresses Zodiac? o What did the relationship with Matilda do to her ranking in the coven? o What was special about how Damion was nursed as a baby? o What was the birth ritual for Matilda? o What was the wedding ritual for Matilda and Damion? o What was the birth ritual for Mercy and Mary? o What were the challenges of changing religions for Matilda and her family? o What was the relationship between Mercy and Mary as toddlers, as teens, and adults? o What caused Mercy to take over the coven? o What did Matilda do to protect her daughter? o What did Mary decided to do because of her religion? Bonus: Definitions Database ▼ Compile your definitions list into a format that is easy to update, such as an electronic file (or collection of files) or a binder with room to grow. Keep your list handy for future updates throughout the Prep. Thursday, Oct. 09 Required: Definitions List ▼ Generate a list of relevant definitions for which you'd like to keep track of details. (Formerly "Plot Points") As an example, here is a possible list of definitions for the Harry Potter series: * rules of magic * the Ministry of Magic * modes of transportation (apparition, Floo network, portkeys, flying, etc.) * Harry's scar * Hogwarts (not just as a setting, but as a school with teachers and routines and history) * the four Houses * the unusual behavior of photographs and artwork * the sword of Gryffindor In your definitions list, you'll flesh out details that you'll want to remember later for consistency: * how does one enter the Ministry of Magic? * how old does a student have to be before they are allowed to apparate? * how did Harry get his scar, and what does it mean? * who was Hufflepuff school named after again, and what are the typical traits of a Hufflepuff wizard? You won't have to dig through pages and pages of scribbled notes to find whatever you decided about these definitions - they will all be compiled into a neat list / binder / database / note cards / whatever your favorite form of organization happens to be. Friday, Oct. 10 Required: Antagonist Profile ▼ Complete a character profile of your antagonist (your "bad guy" - the character creating conflict for your protagonist.) If your antagonist is a situation rather than a person, write about what it is and how it will create the narrative conflict. Add the profile to your character database (if applicable.) Further clarification: - Wikipedia's definition of Narrative Conflict In literature, the literary element conflict is an inherent incompatibility between the objectives of two or more characters or forces. Conflict creates tension and interest in a story by adding doubt as to the outcome. A narrative is not limited to a single conflict. While conflicts may not always resolve in narrative, the resolution of a conflict creates closure, which may or may not occur at a story's end. - Newsletter Article: "When The Bad Guy Isn't a Person" - "ANTAGONIST (Re: A LOT of confusing things)" A LOT of confusing things by (41) So the protagonist is the main character of the story and the antagonist is the person/ thing working against them (At least from the English teacher's point of view)... Is the antagonist that is in charge (or the main cause) or the effects against the protagonist, the thing that takes the most action against the protagonist or possibly just the person that sets up the idea??? Sorry if this is a waste of time. I've just heard a lot of different deffinitions about protagonist and antagonist lately and they're all blending together... Mercy Mercy Shortly after Mary leaves, she hears a prayer from her mother’s bedroom that hints that Mary is a witch. She sets the house on fire from practicing ceremonies that she found in a book from the local library. She gets her sister to help find the coven. She cannot talk Mary into staying. Mercy begins to plan to over through Willow. Mercy Mental Attributes: The leader of the twins as children. She was the one that tried new things. She was always looking to find herself. What is this characters IQ: Mercy was the twin that had the cunning. She had the talent to make Mary believe that Mercy was the smarter of the two. Personality Traits: Mercy was likeable. She could make anyone believe anything. She was later finding that she had powers than Mary, but the power caused her to become hungrier for it while Mary became more afraid of it. Quirks: Mercy was power hungry, and she had to touch the person she was trying to manipulate from habit. She had to create a connection that she believed would make them trust her more. Phobias: Mercy did not show any fear. Likes: She likes to feel in control of anything or anyone in her life especially Mary. Dislikes: She began to dislike the church that she attended since she was a child after she found that she had power. What does s/he like about him/herself? She likes to be in control, and she is good at it. What does s/he dislike about him/herself? There isn’t anything apparent that she is afraid of. Favorite Foods: She loves plants that are used in spells and for powers. Least Favorite Foods: Her least favorite food since childhood is meatloaf. What is his place in his community or tribe? She befriends and kills Willow to become mother of the coven. What is his back story? She is Mary’s twin sister, and they are grandchildren of Sarah who became a witch. Physical appearance: Mercy had wavy blond hair, crystal blue eyes, and dimples when she smiled. She captivated anyone she looked at. Strange or unique physical attributes: Her body and face was perfect to anyone who looked at her. People was attracted to her as if they were under a spell. Favorite clothing style/outfit: Black fitting some minni-skirts and other dresses were long form fitting. She wore what was needed to get the attention from the audience at the time she wore them. Where does he or she live? What is it like there? She lives with her parents until she was 18. She found a box with a spell book and letters from her grand mother Sarah. She then found the coven. Defining gestures/movements (i.e., curling his or her lip when he or she speaks, always keeping his or her eyes on the ground, etc.): She twirls her hair when she is seducing someone or bewitching a person. Speaking style (fast, talkative, monotone, etc.): Mercy was able to adapt her voice and her charm to the tone that is needed to get what she wants. If sugar doesn’t work, then she uses force. Pet peeves: She was disappointed that Mary is a “goody two shoes”, and chose Christianity over her own twin. Fondest memory: Mercy’s fondest memory was a memory of a dream. The dream was of Mercy sitting on a throne as queen. She ruled over a vast kingdom that feared her. Things that embarrass him or her: Mercy became more and more embarrassed by her families transition to Christianity as she began to experiment deeper into witchcraft. This character is highly opinionated about: Mercy is highly opinionated about the fact that the coven owed her everything. The coven, in her eyes, was her mother’s birthright. Matilda gave it up for God. Then it fell to Mary because she is Matilda’s oldest daughter. Mary, too, would not claim the prize. Mercy never wanted anything more than her right to rule the coven the way she only could. Family (describe): Mercy is a younger twin of Mary. The two were grandchildren of Sarah who became a witch when she was fifteen, and Sarah gave birth to the first girl born at the coven, Matilda. Matilda married Damion who moved to the coven when he was only four. The couple gave birth to the twins at the coven and lived there happy until the girls were three. Deepest, darkest secret: She killed Willow to control the coven. Reason he or she kept this secret for so long: She only kept it for a short bit because Mary burned the coven and all who lived there. Other people’s opinions of this character (What do people like about this character? What do they dislike about this character?): Everyone love Mercy because she wants them too. Religion/philosophy of life: Witch/the more power the happier and more ruthless she becomes Any pets? She has a cat as her familiar, and toads, roosters, and rats for blood spells Best thing that has ever happened to this character: She believes that the best thing that ever happened to her was finding out that she had powers and was a witch. Worst thing that has ever happened to this character: Mary burning the coven. Superstitions: When doing a spell, incantation, or casting blood spells; she believes she has to do them with blindfolds and earplugs to stop her twin from being able to hear or see what she is doing. This turns out to be more than a superstition between Mary and Mercy. Three words to describe this character: Power Hungry Witch Bonus: Antagonist Voice ▼ Have your antagonist introduce themselves to us in first person using their own voice. Brainstorm ways to make their voice unique. If your antagonist is a situation rather than a person, attempt to personify it and give it an explanation for interfering with your protagonist. Add the introduction to your character database (if applicable.) Sisters, Willow has left the coven. She has decided to turn over the government of this community to me, Mercy Siskins. She trusts that you will follow my instructions. Mary is excommunicated. She is no longer to have contact with anyone in the coven. Anyone caught contacting her or carrying messages to Sarah to her will be stoned. For Mary is out to destroy our grandmother for her place here with the sisters. Mary is brainwashed by so called Christianity, and she is planning to kill her own mother and sister. She will take this community down with us. She will be the end of Mistresses of Zodiac. Bonus: Definitions Database ▼ Compile your definitions list into a format that is easy to update, such as an electronic file (or collection of files) or a binder with room to grow. Keep your list handy for future updates throughout the Prep. Saved in word processing document |
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