Characters are shaped by their pasts – that's why so many superheroes have spin-offs dedicated to telling their origin stories. While you don't need to write detailed accounts of what happens to...
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Every good book has a strong cast of captivating characters accompanying the reader throughout the story. Whether it's high-action fantasy, gritty crime drama or heart-wrenching romance, characters...
Do you ever find yourself with characters who are too flat? Or notice that you’re spending far too much time writing plot but still struggle with your characters’ motivations? Whether you’re a...
Do you need character deaths in your fiction? Learn about this common theme and how to master it here...
The Complete Guide To Creating Backstory In Speculative Fiction
Claire tells us how to create authentic backstory for your characters...
The prospect of publishing a novel is always exciting business for us writers. As a result, it’s easy to get ahead of ourselves in anticipation of completing the final product, and subsequently...