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May 6, 2008 at 10:48am
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Re: Re: A Fallout Shelter is where I should be
<<<I don't think the back story is wasted because it will help you understand your characters even if most of it never makes it into the final book.>>>

Excellent observation, Arakun. Drafting back story provides the author with valuable insight into the overarching storyline. And sometimes, the back story takes on a life of its own, resulting in fuel for another book.

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    A Fallout Shelter is where I should be · 05-01-08 2:12am
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