Memorable heroes require memorable villains. But what separates “great & terrible” villains from insipid ones? To help answer this question, we at Career Authors proudly present The Villain Checklist: Character Engineering for Writers
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Given the choice, would your character rather be lucky or good and why? What does this truth say...
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Science, technology, and medicine play a critical role in the modern thriller, but writing a story with a heavy infusion of science or scientific themes presents certain challenges. Join science thriller expert Amy Rogers as she discusses the solutions and pitfalls for incorporating STEM in your next novel.
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Is your novel’s protagonist is boring, one dimensional, and uninspiring? How do we avoid this pitfall in our storytelling? The solution is surprisingly simple—heroes must be crafted to be heroic! Check out Career Authors’ Hero Checklist to learn how.
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Escape… Where does your character go when she needs to escape and...
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If you think dialogue is something that only happens “inside the quotation marks,” then think again. Yes, what your characters say matters immensely, but the savvy author knows that how they say it matters too. If you want to learn how to use “Tags” and “Beats” to elevate your dialogue, then read on!
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