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.
Character House
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.