We bring back writer ERICA SCHULTZ to talk about her latest work, Forgotten Home! Which Disney hit inspired the story? How does she avoid writing a Mary Sue character? All this and more in a great interview – listen now!
SHOW NOTES:
- Intro
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- Plug social media
- Interview
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- Background on Erica
- Genesis for project – inspiration, etc
- Marika Cresta – how did she come on board?
- Previous interview, mentioned daddy issues in characters – this one has mommy issues – how much Erica in Lorraine/Joanna?
- Lorraine – Tries to keep Joanna safe, but it backfires on her
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- Several children taken from home…some of which were abusive to begin with
- Rani – what’s the source of her prejudice?
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- Narcissism on full display – claims to give people choices, but it’s only a choice that works for her
- Trodaire – most fascinating character to me, so many divided loyalties – crown, Lorraine, Kerel
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- Gained trust/authority at a young age despite no magic in a magical royal court
- How is Michael unfazed by Lorraine’s appearance?
- Ideas for sequel based on ending?
- Thoughts on Dennis O’Neil
- Ending
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- Next episodes: Raphael, Support systems in comics, [REDACTED]
- Plugs for social
References:
- SNL Five Timers Club – Anthony & Erica (1:20)
- Frozen – Erica (4:46)
- Erica’s website
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Google Play: here
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