A while back I wrote about the struggle we all find as creators to make something new and deeply original. Our world now is so
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Personalities through action
Subtext is a powerful thing. Words can only mean so much in real life. If you want to get the truth of what someone is
Locations as characters
Break down a character to it’s very metaphorical skeleton, and have a look at their purpose. They exist as a conduit, an avatar for the
Villains: Foils vs Copies
Think of your favourite villain. One that truly affects you, the protagonists and the story. Chances are, they are a foil. A true test to
Creative flashbacks
Learning about a characters past, or the events that have lead to the current situation can be a fantastic moment for the reader. A flashback
Character studies- Jaime Lannister
Boasting one of the greatest character arcs in modern television and literature, Jaime Lannister, the eldest son of Tywin and known throughout the realm as
