How To Craft Negative Character Arcs For Your Novel
01/30/19 • 17 min
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Will your character's tragic flaw or limiting belief ultimately prove their downfall? In today's episode, Kristen breaks down how you can develop and structure a powerful negative change arc for your story today!
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Will your character's tragic flaw or limiting belief ultimately prove their downfall? In today's episode, Kristen breaks down how you can develop and structure a powerful negative change arc for your story today!
Article + Transcript: www.well-storied.com/negative
Crafting Incredible Characters: www.well-storied.com/books
K.M. Weiland: www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com
Enjoy the show? Consider leaving a rating & review, both of which go a long way toward helping the podcast grow and reach new writers.
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