writeworld:

by Lillie

Several years ago, I taught classes in fiction-writing at a continuing education program for senior citizens. I’ve decided to turn my outlines and notes on these classes into several series about writing fiction.

1. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 1: Characters Are Story People
2. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 2: Finding and Creating Characters
3. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 3: Revealing Characters and Point of View
4. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 4: Fleshing Out Characters with Tags, Traits, and Relationships
5. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 5: Developing Background and Traits Using a Character Chart, Bio, Diary, or Interview
6. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 6: Putting the Right Words in Their Mouths
7. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 7: Giving Characters Goals and Motivation
8. Creating Fictional Characters—Part 8: Developing Characters throughout Your Story

Creating Fictional Characters