Character Development

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  • Common Pitfalls in Characterization - video

    Most writers want their antagonists to be perfect, but that isn't realistic. Author David Corbett explains how to write complex and compelling characters for your...
    David Corbett
    • David Corbett
  • Common Pitfalls in Characterization - podcast

    Most writers want their antagonists to be perfect, but that isn't realistic. Author David Corbett explains how to write complex and compelling characters for your...
    David Corbett
    • David Corbett
  • Developing Dynamic Characters - podcast

    Senior editor Claudia Gabel shares her thoughts on how to create a good voice for your characters and how to use a three-act scene structure to move the characters...
    Claudia Gabel
    • Claudia Gabel
  • Developing Dynamic Characters - video

    Senior editor Claudia Gabel shares her thoughts on how to create a good voice for your characters and how to use a three-act scene structure to move the characters...
    Claudia Gabel
    • Claudia Gabel
  • Creating Realistic Dialogue - podcast

    Author and screenwriter Cheryl McKay shares some details of her personal process of developing dialogue and writing, including how it's not something she initially...
    Cheryl McKay
    • Cheryl McKay