Complex characters

Writing characters who come to life on the page is difficult, but not impossible. Here's 5 novel writing character tips for crafting complex characters.

"Shadow theory" is one of the most intuitive tools a writer can use to identify the contrasting elements that create complex characters.

At the heart of a great story almost always lies a great character. While there are of course exceptions in which the setting or the plot carry the narrative, in most circumstances a great story isn’t without a stand-out character or two. Because of this, all writers devote time to crafting charact

Character Building. Character building questions. 20 simple questions to ask yourself when trying to build a complex character. Using everyday situations to determine the motivations and reactions of a well-developed original character!

Are you a beginner writer just starting to explore the world of creative writing? If so, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the thought of coming up with interesting and complex characters for your story. Don't worry – developing characters in your fiction writing doesn't have to be a daunting task. With these easy character development tips for beginner writers, you will soon find yourself creating characters that are full of depth and personality. #creativewriting #characterwriting

Writing Characters that Slowly Descend into Madness

Writers are commonly advised to craft complex characters. But what exactly makes a character complex? To answer this question, we must first take a quick dive into an important aspect of human nature. Anthropologically speaking, humans are a tribal species. We need to band together to survive the d