Writing Believable Characters Readers Remember

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2016
Featuring Diane Vallere, Eric Storey, Marty Wingate, Matt Coyle, Meg Gardiner

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Memorable characters are at the heart of every great story. In this session, authors discuss their approaches to creating realistic, compelling characters, sharing techniques for building personality, motivation, and emotional depth that leave a lasting impression on readers.

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