I've noticed for a long time that when I write, I prefer writing male characters. I've noticed that a lot of female authors tend to do the same thing, whether it's J.K. Rowling with Harry Potter, or Jan Karon with Father Tim.

Conversely, men seem to enjoy writing women. I've long laughed about how certain fic authors whom I've followed tend to have giant all-female casts.

So I was pondering ... why is this?

I've heard the standard psychology answer is that we're getting in touch with our feminine/masculine sides. And I suppose there's some truth in that.

But personally, when I write guys, it's not because I'm exploring the man within myself. I write them because I'm fascinated by men. I try to figure out what makes them tick every time I write one. Men's minds work differently from womens', and it intrigues me to try to think that way.

So how about you? Do you enjoy writing the opposite sex? And if so, why?



Clubs:


My current desktop: