Bring Your Characters to Life Through Meaningful Connection One of the most compelling elements of any story isn’t just what happens—it’s who it happens to, and how they connect with others. Realistic character relationships give your story emotional resonance, deepen conflict, and help readers invest in your characters on a personal level. Whether it’s friendship,Continue reading “Creating Realistic Character Relationships”
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How to Use Backstory Without Info-Dumping
Backstory adds emotional depth, context, and richness to your characters and plot—but drop it all at once, and you risk grinding your story to a halt. Info-dumping is one of the most common pitfalls in fiction writing, especially for newer writers who are eager to explain everything up front. So how do you incorporate backstoryContinue reading “How to Use Backstory Without Info-Dumping”
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