User blog comment:Sprinklemist/Writer's Workshop: Characters/@comment-1153194-20100424181940

I could add that, but I might have that in a future one that explains plots and stuff for the actual stories. Inspiration for characters for me is very random and comes from all sorts of places. Some are inspired by a random kid walking down the street that I know nothing about, a character I see on TV or read about, a generic label or stereotype, or from nowhere in particular.

I am glad you found this informative. I will add summaries to each section for anyone who justs wants quick, concise tips without all the wordiness.