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How Characters’ Hobbies and Interests Affect the Narrative

A character's impact on the plot involves all their traits. The hobbies/interests of your characters can influence the narrative. Here's how.

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6 Ways to Limit Distractions

We live in a world packed with distractions pulling us in different directions, making it difficult to achieve our goals. Let's limit those distractions.

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5 Reasons to Write a Short Story

Short stories are a good means for taking risks with writing. Challenge yourself to try a different genre or Point of View.

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Ways to Know Your Characters, Part 5- Impact on Plot

A character's impact on the plot involves all their traits. Background, personality, flaws, and strengths influence the plot and move the story forward.

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Ways to Know Your Characters, Part 4- Strengths

Strengths are a character's positive qualities–not just things they’re good at. Ellen shares 24 cross-cultural strengths to make your characters relatable.

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