What Makes a Woman Strong on the Page

Categories: Character | Diversity | Women | Writing

Cathi Stoler, Nora McFarland, Sandra Brannan, Sara J. Henry, Steve Steinbock, and Vicki Hendricks explore what defines a strong female character. They examine relationships, motivation, and emotional depth, along with the influences that shape complex and authentic women on the page.

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