The Word is the Word...

I'm going to give you a word. Just one. And with it, I will convey so much that I don't need other words to clarify or enhance it. Once you see this word, you will say, "Ahhhh!" and you will understand.

TEENAGERS

I know there are light bulbs going off. Comprehension and a wealth of emotions are zipping through your brain. You get me.

Now I want you to think of a word that conveys so much more than its dictionary or thesaurus label. Be fair, no famous people or other proper nouns. Let's see what you come up with...

Char

Don't Get So...

Emotional!

Do you prefer your main characters to be strong & silent, keeping a stoic mien while reading their emotional thoughts? How do you feel about characters who don't say a word even in the face of false accusations when most people would say something? 

It depends. I don't like overly chatty characters who blurt out every aspect of their current state of emotions (because we usually know what they're feeling from the situation or other characters). But, sometimes you need the character to cry, scream, yell, take a swing, shoot, or do something because the emotions are so intense.

Understated can be the perfect touch or it can be frustrating. Flat characters are as annoying as basket cases.

Do you have strong feelings on the subject?

Farewell!

Char