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The Characters Who Make the Story Feel Real

Presented by: Barbara Collins | Jim Nesbitt | Karen McCullah | Nancy Roe | Ray Anderson
Categories: Character Development | Minor Characters | Organization

Karen McCullah, Barbara Collins, Jim Nesbitt, Nancy Roe, and Ray Anderson discuss how to craft memorable minor characters. They explore how these characters support the story, deepen the world, and add nuance and authenticity that make a narrative feel fully alive.

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