What do you do when you don’t want to let the characters in your book go? You get attached, and then you stop writing their scenes because you don’t want it to be over.

It’s all so surreal. In my new book, Zaria: Resurgences of A Galactic Warrior, she’s about to be done, and I’m not ready to let her go.

But if I don’t let her go, her daughter Nakoma can’t come to life. “Nakoma: The Golden Rose of Destiny” is the next book in the series. I’m not ready to bring her out. I’m still so in love with Zaria’s character I don’t want to stop writing about her.

I constantly grapple with letting go of beloved characters in my book. It’s a bittersweet feeling, knowing their stories are ending, yet not wanting to bid them farewell. Zaria, the resilient Galactic Warrior, has become a part of me, and the thought of concluding her journey feels almost unbearable.

As I delve into the final scenes of Zaria: Resurgence of A Galactic Warrior, I can’t help but reminisce about the countless hours spent crafting her character, her triumphs, and her struggles. She has become a dear friend, a confidante, and a source of inspiration. Closing this chapter in her life feels like bidding farewell to a cherished companion.

However, deep within me, I know that for the story to evolve, I must let Zaria go. Her daughter, Naomi, awaits her turn to shine, to carve her path in the vast universe I have created. Nakoma: The Golden Rose of Destiny holds promises of new adventures, unexplored territories, and characters waiting to be discovered.

Yet, as I sit at my desk, pen poised above the blank page, I can’t help but hesitate. Zaria’s spirit lingers, urging me to continue her tale, to unravel more layers of her complex personality. My love for her character is undeniable, and shifting my focus to another protagonist feels like a betrayal.

But as a writer, I must embrace the ebb and flow of storytelling. I must trust that by allowing Zaria to exit the stage gracefully, I am creating space for new narratives to unfold. The beauty of writing lies in the ability to breathe life into countless characters, each with unique stories to tell.

So, with a heavy heart, I take a deep breath and begin to write the final scenes of Zaria’s journey. I pour my emotions onto the page, savoring every word, every moment, as if bidding farewell to an old friend. And as I write the last sentence, a sense of closure washes over me, mingled with a glimmer of excitement for what lies ahead.

Nakoma, the Golden Rose of Destiny, awaits her turn, patiently yearning to be brought to life. And though my heart may still long for Zaria’s presence, I know that by embracing the inevitable, I am allowing the magic of storytelling to continue its enchanting dance.