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The Iceberg of Character Voice

by Claire Tucker | Apr 25, 2023 | Characters, Editing Tips, Writing Tips

Photo by Hubert Neufeld on Unsplash. Character voice. It’s something writers often ask about, if the number of “how-to” and “so many ways to find/unlock/define your character’s voice” articles are any indication. But character voice can be difficult to nail down....

Creating Compelling Characters: Two Things Every Character Needs

by Claire Tucker | Jan 11, 2023 | Characters, Writing Tips

Photo by Andrew Seaman on Unsplash. Scarlett O’Hara is not a nice girl. When you’re first introduced to her in the opening pages of Gone with the Wind, you find someone who’s vain, self-centered, and manipulative. She’s certainly not someone you’d want to interact...