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Old 12-13-2011, 03:32 AM   #15
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Yes, Heinlein was great with his character names, and in science-fiction you can get away with outlandish names that have more significance.

However, for Earthbound stories set in the present day, I find random selections from the telephone book work quite well. Flick through with your eyes shut and point to anywhere on the page... there's your first name, then repeat for the surname. Works for me!
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