The Character House, Pt. 5: The Walls of Dialogue
Why does some dialogue sparkle with life, while other dialogue falls flatter than a pancake? The Character House reveals the answers.
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8 Ways to Write Descriptions That Leap Off the Page
Description. Whether you live for it or skip over it, most novels can’t exist without it. But how do we paint word pictures that bring our stories to life?
The Character House, Pt. 4: First Floor Goals
Goals can transform a story from lifeless to gripping. Discover how to develop strong goals that motivate your characters and propel your plot forward.
The Character House, Pt. 3: First Floor Fears
Fears make characters relatable and prompt them to become more courageous. Learn how to use fears to develop authentic characters and create powerful story arcs.
The Character House, Pt. 2: The Backstory Basement
Strong backstories create compelling characters. Explore essential tips on developing wounds, beliefs, and emotional baggage that forge a connection with your readers.
The Character House, Pt. 1: Character Development Made Simple
The Character House compares characters to houses, with layers (backstory, beliefs, fears, goals, actions, etc.) that influence one another in a natural chain of cause and effect.
Meet the Editor: An Introduction Post
I’m Jordyn Hadden, an author and freelance editor with a passion for creating memorable stories that nestle in readers’ hearts.