Creating a Protagonist? Give Them the “It” Factor
If a character has the “it” factor means he or she is someone special. Memorable. A character with charisma. How to develop a protagonist with these qualities? Read on…
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Creating The Compelling Protagonist: Three No-Fail Writing Strategies
One of the most important aspects of a page-turner is a strong reader-protagonist connection. Use any one or better yet, all of these three techniques and you are well on your way to writing a bestselling protagonist.
Character Flaws: Make them Count
To develop a character with fears and flaws that will drive the story (and honestly, every story should be a character-driven story) there are some important aspects to consider as you write.
Fabulous Film Females – Leading Ladies You Can Learn From
Last month I talked about some of my favorite sexy cinema heroes. This month, I’d like to introduce you to some of my all-time favorite film heroines. When I was researching this story, I was disappointed to find that nearly all search engine hits on “film heroine” came up with long lists of female action … [Read more…]
The First Layer of Developing Characters
Developing characters can be a daunting task. Sure, you may start out with a character type in mind; you might see him, know his mannerisms, hear him speak. But how do you develop a character that stays authentic with his actions, motivations, and rings true with a reader? As a writer, how do you keep … [Read more…]