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I didn’t realize I would like this character design as much as I do. When we started working on this character, I thought it was going in a different direction, but when the illustrator sent me the rough and explained why this direction would work better, I saw his vision, and I’m happy that I did. 

Character from Sanjo (Graphic Novel WIP)

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Sanjo (Graphic Novel WIP) https://www.worldstodiscover.com/sanjo

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Sanjo (Graphic Novel WIP) https://www.worldstodiscover.com/sanjo

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Sanjo (Graphic Novel WIP) https://www.worldstodiscover.com/sanjo

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Sanjo (Graphic Novel WIP) https://www.worldstodiscover.com/sanjo

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There are always a few images in every book that I publish that sets the tone of the book or connect me visually with the characters, and this illustration of Sanjo is one of those images for me. The initial concept images help me to establish the characters. Still, it's when I get an image that shows me their personality and connects me to the world that I look for when starting illustrations with an illustrator. And this image of Sanjo does that. It tells me who she is and gives me a better understanding of her journey, which helps me develop and polish her story.

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Grab a Worlds To Discover graphic tee for your little ones today. WorldsToDiscover.com

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In the graphic novel "Sanjo," Ceela is the central character being sought after by everyone, but she is on a quest to discover her true identity. As a powerful magic wielder, Ceela possesses great abilities, making her a highly sought-after individual. However, her sister Sanjo simply wants her back, hoping to reunite with her beloved sibling.

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How to Overcome Writer's Block: Using Character Journals to Explore Your Story

If you're like me, you've experienced writer's block. It can feel like a wall you can't seem to break through, no matter how hard you try. You might stare at a blank page for hours or write and rewrite the same sentence over and over again. Maybe, you're like me, and you leave the story for weeks, months, or maybe years before you go back to it to work things out. It's a creative rut, and you can feel defeated and hopeless. The struggles of writer's block are real, but there is a technique I use that can also help you work through this challenging time and come out with renewed inspiration about your story. Writer's block was something I faced when I first started writing. I was working on my first novel and hit a wall. I rewrote the beginning several times, but it always stalled around chapters 3 and 4. I was frustrated. I had done a character questionnaire on all my characters, but I soon realized I didn't know them. And that was key for me.

I'm not an outliner. I've tried it although it can give me ideas about how the story can go, I've never stuck to one. For me, it's best to start writing the story once I know the opening scene, the main characters, and the conflict. Everything else develops as I go. It's a style that works for me, but it also means writer's block has become too close of a friend.

To overcome writer's block, I had to stop and get to know my main characters, and one of my ways of doing this is through character journals, which is how the first story of Anyia was developed. Anyia is part of a bigger story, and I couldn't get a handle on who she was, so I started her character journal.

Now, most of my character journals are rambles. Most of it won't make it into the story, but what it does for me is open me up to be free with my writing while testing situations with my characters. It might start with the beginning of their day and mid-paragraph jump to a different day and problem. And I let myself ramble. Explore the character and the world. Find out what they see when they wake up, where they hide when they're scared, and why something bothers them. I put them in front of their nemesis and see how they react, especially when they're not ready to face them. By doing this, I get to know my characters and see their world, which helps me work through my writer's block. Here are some steps to work through writer's block using character journals:

Identify the characters in your story that you're having trouble writing about. Make a list of their names and any key details you've established in your story.

Write in the journal from the character's perspective. Think about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. You can use prompts like "What did I do today?" or write a scene about where they hid when they were scared or didn't get something they wanted.

Don't worry about writing anything that's directly related to your story. This is a chance to explore your character and their world without the pressure of moving the plot forward.

Keep writing in the journal for as long as you need to. You might write a lot in one sitting or just a few sentences. The important thing is to keep showing up and writing consistently.

After a few days of writing in the journal, go back and review what you've written. Look for any insights or details that could be incorporated into your story.

Repeat the process with another character from your list. You might find that writing from a different perspective helps to unlock new ideas and move your story forward.

By using character journals, you're able to explore your characters in more depth and gain a better understanding of their motivations and perspectives. This can help to break through writer's block and generate new ideas for your story.

I hope this helps. :) 

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Early on in the development of the graphic novel, I knew I wanted Sanjo to have a cat avatar. It just seemed to fit her personality. Sanjo (graphic novel WIP)

Check out more characters at: https://www.worldstodiscover.com/sanjo-characters

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Benyin a character from Sanjo (graphic novel WIP)

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I've been working on a few stories with an android, so it's nice to see Amari come to life. 

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Sanjo - graphic novel WIP 

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Sanjo ... I figured out her color scheme and I'm loving her look. What do you think? WorldsToDiscover.com

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Are you looking for a new adventure with a strong female protagonist? Then check out the Anyia series. In this second book, Anyia must go into the heart of Thor City, the place of stolen magic, and face her enemies. The cost will be high, and if she wants to succeed, she will have to give up her identity, trust a stranger, and rely on new friends. 

The Anyia series is intended for middle-grade and reluctant readers and will spark their imagination as this feisty and determined young girl follows her ambitions. 

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Join Baby Princess in this colorfully illustrated adventure and get 15% off with code: ‘HappyDance’ WorldsToDiscover.com 😊

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Meet Amari and Ceela, characters in a new comic book, Sanjo, in the works. I've been working on a few stories with an android, so it's nice to see Amari come to life.