Using Flaws and Quirks to Create Authentic Characters

Writing Craft
2021
Featuring Becki Willis, Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes, Nicolas Evans

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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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