What Makes a Villain Feel Real

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2023
Featuring James L’Etoile, Jim Nesbitt, John Carenen, Les Edgerton, Randy Weir, Venita Bonds

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James L’Etoile, Jim Nesbitt, John Carenen, Les Edgerton, Randy Weir, and Venita Bonds explore what makes a villain feel real on the page. They discuss motivation, psychology, and the delicate balance between darkness and empathy that keeps readers invested in the story.

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