Backstory adds a rich, accessible feeling to your characters. It tells us about your hero’s traumatic past, the villain’s abusive spouse, or the layout of
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It’s a good general rule of thumb: Don’t kill your parents. Especially in real life. (Love you, mom!) However, in the world of fiction, both
As a young writer, I envied people who could write short stories. I followed all the formulas, filled out all the character sheets, and watched
It goes without saying– no matter what medium you’re working in, you want your audience to connect with your characters. It can be hard to