Inside the Psychology of a Villain

Categories: Character | Craft | Writing

Jule Selbo, Kimberly Dana, Kit Sanders, Sandy Clements, Sateash Hime, and T.O. Paine explore the psychology behind villainy. They discuss how motivation, personal history, and internal logic can shape antagonists who feel complex, human, and unforgettable.

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