A memorable story is about more than what happens to a character. It is about how those experiences change them. Readers may be drawn into a novel by an intriguing premise, an exciting conflict, or a mysterious world, but they often stay because they care about the characters. They want…
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How to Create a Fictional World Readers Believe In
A fictional world does not have to contain dragons, magical kingdoms, or distant planets. Every story takes place within a world created by the author—even contemporary novels set in familiar towns and cities. Your fictional world includes the places your characters live, the rules they follow, the history that shaped…
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The Difference Between Plot-Driven and Character-Driven Stories
Every story needs two important things: something that happens and someone it happens to. That sounds simple, but writers often hear stories described as either plot-driven or character-driven, and the difference can feel confusing at first. Does a plot-driven story still need strong characters? Does a character-driven story still need…