Using Flaws and Quirks to Create Authentic Characters

Presented by: Becki Willis | Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes | Nicolas Evans

Categories: Advice | Character Development | Fiction

Becki Willis, Katherine Hutchinson Hayes, and Nicolas Evans share how quirks, flaws, and personal history shape compelling characters. They discuss how small details can deepen authenticity and make characters feel real on the page.

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