Character Reactions from Head to Toe (Indie Author Resources)

Trying to write a book, I find it extremely helpful to have lists of human bodily reactions handy (which are organized by body parts). That makes it easy to find words/phrases, I am looking for, without having to resort to google.

Bought this a while back to use when I write and it's a very quick read, light selection on reactions a character could have based on a body part. I didn't need anything extensive, just something to help so my writing didn't sound repetitive and dry.

Valerie Howard's "Character Reactions from Head to Toe" is a great little gide to get you thinking beyond the flat reactions that all fiction writer's hit from time to time. Take each as a jumping off place and expand on the idea. You're bound to surprise yourself.

Simple, yes but an easy guide when your writing seems to be in a stuck in a rut.

This book is an essential tool for a writer. I keep it within arm’s reach at all times while writing. I love how it’s organized by body parts being described. I do wonder if the author could make a second version of this book or add a second section that organizes the reactions by the emotion the characters are reacting to. That would make an even greater tool to work with. Overall, it’s a must have! For an author such as myself who strives to continually improve their writing and show more than I tell, this was a god-send.

Could have been a lot more useful if organized by emotion rather than body part. As it stands… eh.

Great reminder, sometimes we don't want to become to stiff with the actions of each character. Great job be bless.

I bought this to give my mind a break while writing my novel, because sometimes my ADHD kicks in and I can't remember what words to use. This book was extremely helpful with coming up with other words than the usual boring character reactions. It has made my writing much easier!

Valerie Howard's book is carefully planned and written to help authors find the phrase that a character needs when he/ she reacts. There's a checklist for body parts, like eyes, hands, lips and head. Rather than repeating something, this book is clever in its practical ways of creating possibilities for a writer. Reactions for eyelids, eyebrows and even toes give a clearer image that engages a reader. What characters do is the idea behind this gem.

Another excellent resource for writers. Real people have reactions to good news, bad news, conflict, being happy. Make your characters come alive with this excellent book.

I found it very helpful, gives you alternatives, and it is easy to access.

A book of lists of phrases to do with various parts of the body.Not as detailed or as organised as I thought it would be and I don't think it will really help me to write about different parts of the body but it's okay as far as it goes.

This isn't in depth , but it was never meant to be. A hard and fast go-to for writers wanting to get their characters out of the nodding, sighing, heavy breathing mindset.