Flawed, Difficult, and Unforgettable Characters

Presented by: Brett Parks | Darryl James | Jeri Westerson | Kim Hammond | Mara Purl

Categories: Character Development | Fiction | Mystery

Kim Hammond moderates a conversation with Brett Parks, Darryl James, Jeri Westerson, and Mara Purl about writing dysfunctional protagonists. They explore how flaws, impulses, and self sabotage can drive conflict, tension, and emotional truth within a story.

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Flawed, Difficult, and Unforgettable Characters

The People Behind the Stories with Gary Phillips, Jan Burke, and Friends

Writing to a Soundtrack: How Music Shapes Storytelling

Finding the Writing Process That Works for You

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