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How to Write an Unforgettable Antihero developing characters drafting editing & revising plotting & outlining May 04, 2023

Their methods are questionable, and their moral compass doesn’t always point north, so what makes an antihero worth rooting for? In this post, we’ll look at what makes a character an...

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How to Write Your Hero's Love Interest developing characters drafting plotting & outlining Apr 06, 2023

In fiction, love shows up across all genres, complicating plots and transforming the protagonist. Even if you aren’t writing a romance novel, love might still be in the cards.

If...

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5 Tips for Creating Character Goals developing characters plotting & outlining Mar 02, 2023

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— their goal.

So...

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What is Deep POV? developing characters drafting editing & revising plotting & outlining Jan 19, 2023

One decision every writer must make is choosing from which point of view to tell a story. The third-person point of view (or POV) is a popular choice and can often be the easiest for new writers to...

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Plot-Driven vs Character-Driven stories: What's the Difference? developing characters editing & revising plotting & outlining Jan 12, 2023

Whether you’re the kind of writer who outlines their whole story before starting or the type who loves the journey of discovery writing, it’s important in the early stages of your...

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How to Write Stellar Supporting Characters developing characters drafting editing & revising plotting & outlining Nov 18, 2022

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 characters like Han Solo...

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5 Tips for Creating Unique Characters developing characters Oct 20, 2022

Imagine going to a new place and meeting the most fascinating person. They have delightful mannerisms, quirky speech patterns, and an intriguing personality. After chatting for a while, you...

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5 Tips for Writing Third-Person POV developing characters drafting editing & revising plotting & outlining Sep 22, 2022

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. However, it’s easy to...

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