Chris F. Holm, Elizabeth Hand, Lou Berney, and Seth Harwood examine the appeal of morally complex protagonists. They discuss how flawed heroes, ethical tension, and emotional honesty draw readers in and keep them invested in the story.
Inside the Mind of a Character
Beverle Graves Myers explores the connection between psychology and fiction, drawing on her background as a psychiatrist. She explains how understanding human behavior, motivation, and emotional depth can strengthen storytelling, heighten suspense, and bring...
