For example, if your character is a teenage girl who really cares about her family, you might expect her to protect her brother from school bullies. What was the lonely old man like as a child? Where did he get that scar on his hand? Even if you don’t include these details in the story, knowing your character deeply will help them ring true.Ĭharacters Make the Plot: Create a character who makes your plot more interesting and complicated.
You can also borrow traits from people you know.Ĭrafting a Backstory: Delve into your main character’s past experiences to figure out what makes them tick. Make notes about interesting people you see and think about how you could incorporate them into your story. Spend some time people-watching in a public place, like a mall or busy pedestrian street.
Finding Inspiration: Characters are all around you.
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