I’ve often been asked how I create my characters and choose their names. One of my favorite parts of writing is dreaming up names for my beloved fae characters. My process begins with visual inspiration by searching the internet for pictures that spark my imagination. I don’t limit myself to a specific type of fae or particular wing colors; instead, I let the image guide me. When I find a photo or illustration that resonates, the character is born. With their appearance in mind, I turn to character name generators and fantasy name lists, blending and reshaping names until I create something truly unique. Now the surface work is done.…