Action, reaction, motivation, emotion, all have to come from the characters. Writing a love scene requires the same elements from the writer as any other.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that when writing a love scene, just like any other scene, it is important for the writer to rely on the characters to drive the action, reaction, motivation, and emotion. In order to create a captivating love scene, the writer must delve into the depth of the characters, understanding their desires, fears, and hopes, and infuse these elements into the scene. Ultimately, the success of a love scene, or any scene for that matter, lies in the writer's ability to effectively portray the characters' thoughts, feelings, and actions.

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