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Developing Characters
5 Tips for Creating Unique Characters
Imagine going to a new place and meeting the most fascinating person. They have delightful mannerisms, quirky speech patterns, and an intriguing personality. Af...
5 Tips for Writing in First Person POV
Maybe you’re writing a first-person narrator for the first time. Or maybe you’ve written in the first person, but the voice isn’t as strong as you’d like. Which...
5 Tips for Writing Third-Person POV
Third-person narratives are one of the most commonly used points of view. This may give new writers the impression that it’s a fairly simple viewpoint to write....
Tips for Creating Character Flaws
There’s nothing more boring than reading about a perfect character. When a reader picks up a book, they want to read about someone who has gotten themselves int...
5 Tips for Creating Character Goals
For readers to care about your story, they have to know what's at stake. And you can only know the stakes if you know what your protagonist is trying to achieve...
Character Roles: Understanding the Different Types of Characters in Fiction
Characters are the lifeblood of every story, serving as the driving force behind the narrative's twists and turns. Whether you're crafting a tale of epic propor...
How to Write a Great Antagonist
Antagonists are people, too. Soulless corporations and faceless soldiers play their part when we think of stereotypical “villains,” but the great antagonists ar...
How to Write Stellar Supporting Characters
A supporting character, or secondary character, is a person in your protagonist’s world that adds depth, conflict, and complexity to their journey. Think of cha...
How to Choose the Best Narrator for Your Story (Multiple Point of View)
Crafting a story with multiple points of view can be one of the most fun and rewarding adventures for a writer. It gives you a chance to play with different voi...
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