Characters Articles

By Kayleigh IdeaWhat is the most important element of a story?Many would argue, myself included, that the answer is an unforgettable protagonist. Why? Because if a protagonist is one readers will forget, then they have no reason...

By Karissa ChmilThey say that the light is brighter when surrounded by darkness, that a noise is louder when everything was only just quiet, and that pain is sharper when it comes directly after comfort.The same is true for characters.Maybe your protagonist is loyal,...

By Daisy TorresThe oceans part. The Earth (or whatever your fictional world is) quakes. The people stare in awe as your head-strong, snarky Female Protagonist walks through the sea, draped in an ethereal, bubbling dress of water.She’s here. She’s sarcastic. She’s...

By Bethany FehrWhen it comes to writing interesting characters, one of the most common pieces of advice is “give your character flaws.”Generally, I think this is good advice. But what if I’m writing a hero—a character who is defined by good characteristics? Are those...