September 5th, 2018
5 Conflict-making Choices Characters Can Make (Part Three)
The final post in this series will explore the ways your characters can be derailed by consumption and comfort. If you missed Part 1, which explored the need for control, you can read it here. If you missed Part 2, about conceit and coveting, you can find it here.… Read the post
April 2nd, 2014
What's Love Got to Do with It-Part Three
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Craft
by Fae Rowen
If you missed Part One or Part Two in this series on developing a character arc through believable backstory, no problem. Click on the part you missed to get caught up.
Do you have a character whose arc has flatlined?… Read the post
June 25th, 2012
Unusual Inspiration: Character Arcs Made Easy
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Craft | Inspiration
by Fae Rowen
I am a plot-driven writer. The plot arrives first in my head, then I look for people who will survive and grow in that world.
My #1 concern? My characters MUST connect with my readers. To have the "best book ever" experience, your reader must believe in, root for, identify with, and, maybe even, cry or fall in love with your protagonist.… Read the post
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