What Makes a Character Worthy?

Before I begin, I think it's worth mentioning that I don't know the answer to this question. Actually, I'm not completely convinced I even know what the question really means, but it's certainly something worth thinking about.

5 Steps for Creating Believable Characters

It would be easy to swap Beowulf for Hercules (or vice versa) without really changing the integral themes of their source material; however, you'd be hard-pressed to switch Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games to Charlie from The Perks of Being a Wallflower without causing irreparable damage to the story itself. Because of this, most modern authors and readers place a great deal of emphasis on characters who are unique, relatable, and essential to the stories they inhabit.

A Writer’s Guide to Procrastination: October Edition

For many writers, autumn is the perfect time of year to curl up with a cup of hot cider and begin a new project. Whether it's the chilly nights, the smell of leaves, or ghost stories around the campfire, there's something about the season that just leaks creativity. Of course, once you're a few chapters…