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Creating Characters - (Creative Writing Essentials) by  Writer's Digest Books (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Creating Characters - (Creative Writing Essentials) by Writer's Digest Books (Paperback)

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  • Create characters that leap off the page--and into readers' hearts!
  • Author(s): Writer's Digest Books
  • 352 Pages
  • Language + Art + Disciplines, Writing
  • Series Name: Creative Writing Essentials

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Create characters that leap off the page--and into readers' hearts!

Populating your fiction with authentic, vivid characters is a surefire way to captivate your readers from the first sentence to the last. Whether you're writing a series, novel, short story, or flash fiction, Creating Characters is an invaluable guide to bringing your fictional cast to life.

This book is a comprehensive reference to every stage of character development. You'll find timely advice and helpful instruction from best-selling authors like Nancy Kress, Elizabeth Sims, Orson Scott Card, Chuck Wendig, Hallie Ephron, Donald Maass, and James Scott Bell. They'll show you how to:

- Effectively introduce your characters
- Build a believable protagonist
- Develop strong anti-heroes and compelling villains
- Juggle multiple points of view without missing a beat
- Craft authentic dialogue that propels the story forward
- Motivate your characters with powerful objectives and a believable conflict
- Show dynamic character development over the course of a story
No matter what your genre, Creating Characters gives you the tools necessary to create realistic, fascinating characters that your readers will root for and remember long after they've finished the story.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Language + Art + Disciplines
Sub-Genre: Writing
Series Title: Creative Writing Essentials
Publisher: Writer's Digest Books
Theme: Composition
Format: Paperback
Author: Writer's Digest Books
Language: English
Street Date: November 1, 2014
TCIN: 1006379829
UPC: 9781599638768
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-4046
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: Who are some of the authors featured in this guide?

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Q: What is the main focus of this book?

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  • A: The book focuses on creating authentic and vivid characters for various forms of fiction.

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Q: What skills does the book help develop in character creation?

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  • A: It helps develop skills like introducing characters, crafting dialogue, and building believable conflicts.

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Q: Is this book suitable for beginner writers?

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  • A: Yes, it serves as a comprehensive guide for writers at any level looking to improve character development.

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Q: What types of writing does this book apply to?

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