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🌟 Author Lore: Why I'm Remington, and So Is My Main Character 🌟

 


🌟 Author Lore: Why I'm Remington, and So Is My Main Character 🌟

“If your name fits your story—wear it.”

1. The Name That Changed Everything

Back in high school, I was crafting characters in a roleplay alongside my co-writer. We needed names—nothing serious.
Then came Remington. One of the protagonists from J.L. Langley’s With or Without series (yes… the gay werewolf erotica 📚🌙). That name echoed. I gave it to my character, Remi, not knowing he’d stick with me for life.

2. Remi First, Remington Second

Wild fact: Remi existed before I did—in the fictional sense. I grew so attached to him that I legally adopted Remington as my name nearly 15 years ago.
Nope, I’m not sharing my dead name 🥲, but trust me—it was worth it.

3. From Antithesis to Mirror

Remi began as my complete opposite:

  • I was reserved; he was weathered and blunt.

  • I was cautious; he was impulsive.

But over the years, Remi evolved. He became a blend of my traits and our differences—honest, protective, sarcastic, and fiercely loyal. He’s part mirror, part foil. And honestly? That’s the magic of writing—characters that grow with you.

4. Worldbuilding Starts From Bonding

Our connections didn’t end with Remi. Soon came:

  • Kriia, forming a year after Remi,

  • Rexar, celebrating his seventh birthday in my imagination this month,

  • Levi, Vee, and the rest of the found family we now call House of Teeth.

These aren’t just characters—they’re companions and creative guides. Without that bond, this saga doesn’t exist.

5. Why This Matters to You

  • 💥 Authenticity—you’re reading characters born from a real emotional connection

  • 👁️ Evolution—seeing Remi change is watching someone I trust

  • 💬 Permission—I’m telling you my real identity (mostly) so you feel safe bringing yours too

This is more than author lore—it’s an invitation to the messy heart of storytelling.

6. Behind-the-Scenes Fun Fact

I still haven't told you my birth name 😉 Maybe one day—but for now, the only Remington that matters is the one with neon green eyes and a wrecking-ball heart.

🔗 Get Involved + Your Freebie

I poured this story into the House of Teeth website—dig into deeper behind-the-scenes, character playlists, bonus lore, and more.
Curious? Here's your next step:

👉 Start exploring House of Teeth now!
Bonus: I’ve got downloadable character name worksheets and OC creator guides for your own fantasy worlds.

🎯 Your Turn

  • Ever fallen so hard for a fictional character you changed your life?

  • Is there a moment in the saga that made you gasp and go “Yep, that’s you”?
    Share your story below—let’s bond over the weird magik of writing names into our souls.

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Thanks for taking this walk down personal history with me. Stick around—there’s plenty more where this came from ❤

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