See?! Isn't is stunning? Totally expensive and it's my birthday/Christmas present for the next five years. I'm super grateful though. Not only is this my new favorite toy, but it's also tons helpful for my next book. I'm learning broadsword work, but now I've got a phenomenal bow. My arrows are great, and aside from the quiver, I've got everything I need.
This post isn't just me talking about how awesome my brother is to go spend oodles of money on me, but because of how important I think getting physically into your character's surroundings is. Holding what your character holds, feeling the weight of their weapons, clothes, and environment helps not only put you, but your writing (and then naturally, your readers), right into your characters shoes.
The next book I plan on writing is based on Arthurian lore. Naturally, learning broad sword & shooting arrows will help me get into my character's mindsets. It's why I want to travel the world for my character's understanding of where they come from. Naturally, at the moment, I can't afford that.
Well, I just wanted to let the world know I got a bow :) That's about it.
Oh, and my book is going to be for sale. Starting tomorrow, it'll be available. I'm excited, and I hope to fight for the book as much as possible. Wish me luck. It'll be the start of an interesting adventure.
Happy writing!
Currently Reviewing: Unity
Currently Reading: The Once and Future King by T.H. White
Currently Listening to: "Las Vagas" by Two Steps From Hell
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