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In my *ahem* "Great American Novel' - currently in progress and in umpteen notebooks and docs on my Mac - I have a funeral scene.
I am going to a family funeral tomorrow. Is it wrong to see it as an opportunity to make mental notes? Music, flowers, different shades of black in one outfit etc.
Am I a bad person for even considering it?
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Probably best to leave the Dictaphone in my pocket though.
Don't tell anyone you're doing it though. Lie low.
I'd try to avoid writing about that actual funeral in your book though. That could offend family and friends.
If you want more info, go to a funeral director's and ask. I did when I needed details for a story and they were very helpful.