The Character House, Pt. 4: First Floor Goals
Goals can transform a story from lifeless to gripping. Discover how to develop strong goals that motivate your characters and propel your plot forward.
Writing Tips
The Character House, Pt. 3: First Floor Fears
Fears make characters relatable and prompt them to become more courageous. Learn how to use fears to develop authentic characters and create powerful story arcs.
The Character House, Pt. 2: The Backstory Basement
Strong backstories create compelling characters. Explore essential tips on developing wounds, beliefs, and emotional baggage that forge a connection with your readers.
The Character House, Pt. 1: The Character Development Tool You’ve Been Waiting For
The Character House compares characters to houses, with layers (backstory, beliefs, fears, goals, actions, etc.) that influence one another in a natural chain of cause and effect.