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Character & POV
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Character & POV

How to give your character's unique and compelling voices

Give your characters unique voices for authentic and engaging storytelling.
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Character & POV

101 potential internal objects of desire

Shape your protagonist's journey with 101 internal objects of desire.
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Character & POV

The lover character archetype

Infuse passion in your narrative with the lover archetype.
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Character & POV

How to write a great antagonist

Create a believable challenge for your protagonist with a compelling antagonist.
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Character & POV

5 ways to create even more compelling characters

Create compelling characters using five proven strategies to enhance your storytelling.
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Character & POV

How to write a character profile

Create consistent, believable characters with a detailed character profile.
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Character & POV

The hero character archetype

Understand the hero archetype for impactful storytelling.
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Character & POV

How to write strong characters (ie: characters with agency)

Write strong characters with agency for impactful storytelling.
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Character & POV

How to make your readers sympathise with your antagonist

Craft an antagonist who's more than just a villain to engage readers.
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Character & POV

The seductress character archetype

Unleash the seductress archetype to add flair to your narrative.
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Character & POV

Should you write character interviews?

Decide if character interviews can enhance your writing process.
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Character & POV

4 approaches to creating characters

Craft unforgettable characters with our practical guide on four creation approaches.

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