Paula Landry explains how you can improve plot with character development by adding quirks, flaws and foibles.
Every one of us has a fundamental flaw, an immaturity of character, a dark side or negative tendency. This character flaw, also known as a ‘Chief Feature’, tends to take control whenever we feel stressed, anxious or uncertain. To the extent that you can identify and handle yours, you are doing well in your personal growth. ... Read more
As writers, it’s our job to craft fully-realized characters—characters that feel as real as the people around us. And like the people around us, this means our characters should be flawed. Flaws and moral failings are, after all, an integral part of what it means to be human. Without these shortcom
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Every one of us has a fundamental flaw, an immaturity of character, a dark side or negative tendency. This character flaw, also known as a ‘Chief Feature’, tends to take control whenever we feel stressed, anxious or uncertain. To the extent that you can identify and handle yours, you are doing well in your personal growth. ... Read more
Toxic traits provide a great foundation for character development. Throughout your story, your character may grapple with the consequences of their toxic behaviours, leading to character growth.
By Janice Hardy, @Janice_Hardy Since we're on a character roll this week, today's Refresher Friday takes an updated look at creating chara...
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If you're all about online quizzes — and really, who isn't? — then you should consider taking a few as a way of revealing your biggest personality strengths and flaws. Quizzes like these can be eye-opening, as they may even be eerily accurate when…
When we create fictional characters, we want them to be realistic. Use this resource to explore 123 ideas for character flaws.
Character flaws are essential for interesting stories. We all deal with our weaknesses every day, so believable characters should as well.
Polish artist Paweł Kuczyński is an illustrator who combines social commentary and satire in his work to create thought-provoking pieces. The artist invites us to step back and consider the absurdities that are present in our lives. Kuczynski's illustrations force us to question accepted norms and reassess real priorities.
Healthy people are fine with not being liked. It makes sense to them. There's people they don't like either. Who wants to be forced to like someone? Real winning is when you enjoy your life. Then people know your presence is authentic.
