Your Premise Determines Your Characters
When I think about the many novels I’ve written, I realize I don’t always start with a plot idea. Sometimes…
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The Essential 3 M’s of Character Setup
This post originally ran on Jane Friedman’s blog. Understanding these “3 M’s” is crucial if you want to craft believable…
Tips on Making Your Adventure Story Convincing
Today’s guest post is by Zarrah Felton. Do you love stories that can both spark your imagination and leave you…
Premise Determines How Many Characters You Should Have in Your Novel
When I think about the many novels I’ve written, I realize I don’t always start with a plot idea. Sometimes…
How to Create Realistic Characters
Today’s guest post is by Laura Sherman. Whenever you write a novel, the success of the project depends upon your…
Incidental Characters That Make Your Novel Zing
Minor characters are part of your cast of characters. They come “on stage” from time to time and serve specific…
Coming Up with Antagonists for Your Novel
Last week we took a brief look at secondary characters who play a supporting role in your novel—who help bring…
The Importance of Secondary Characters in Your Novel
Creating a cast of characters is a challenge for novelists. It’s a balance. You need just the right number of…
Crafting Characters That Are Essential to Your Plot
There is a simple method for determining if you have enough characters in your novel or if you have too…
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