T. David, I've had the same thought as you: A series "bible" and incarnation.
I have a few more thoughts on the matter which I'll get into in my response to Tina.
T. David, I've had the same thought as you: A series "bible" and incarnation. It can be empowering if we choose to believe the characters already exist in which case, the act of "creation" is considerably different. Instead of making them up out of thin air, the process is, as you note, more like being an observer.
I have a few more thoughts on the matter which I'll get into in my response to Tina.
Thanks for your comments!