Jun 17, 2020
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
Apple Podcasts: here
Google Play: here
Stitcher: here
TuneIn: here
iHeartRadio: here
Spotify: here