Video: Control of Character
5 things to keep in mind when writing character
Hello writers! I’m Rebecca Zornow, your science fiction and fantasy book coach. I’ve coached over 800 writers and edited over 5 million words, and I want to share with you what I’ve learned.
Workshop Takeaways
Recently, I led workshops at WisCon and the Wisconsin Writers Association. In both, our discussion revolved around character. Here’s a few of the key takeaways:
I cannot overstate how important it is for your main character to want something, and change to get it.
The antagonist is not a black-of-heart evil doer. They are there to antagonize our hero, which deeps our understanding of the protagonist.
When you write about character interiority, include worldview, backstory, emotion, thought, and motivation.
When it’s time to edit, test your reader’s connection to the main character’s POV and thought process. We want to know why they operate the way they do, even if the character is still discovering that themselves. Strive for clarity.
New Opening
I have a book coaching slot opening up in July. If you want to turn your manuscript into a page-turning book, send me a message for a free 20-minute chat.
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