


Some master novelists make this look easy, but it’s a skill that takes time to refine.Īs a Pantser (one who writes by by the seat of his pants as a process of discovery), I follow Stephen King’s practice of “putting interesting characters in difficult situations and writing to find out what happens.” Regardless the genre, your characters must behave like real people in real-life situations who make mistakes, have regrets, and grow emotionally or spiritually throughout the story. List your favorite novels, those you can count on one hand, and I’ll bet they have one major thing in common - an unforgettable hero.

Need help creating your characters? Click here to download my character arc worksheet.
