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The main character of your novel is one the most important elements in your story. You likely know this character inside and out, but translating what’s in your head to the page can be a challenge, and it can be difficult to determine if your main character is coming across as you intend. You might be asking yourself if your protagonist is as strong and compelling as you feel they are, or if they are falling flat from the reader's perspective. To help you assess the effectiveness of your protagonist, in this video I go over some common issues with writing strong main characters.
MORE WRITING RESOURCES:
How to Write a Flashback: Dos and Don'ts: https://youtu.be/HdlFu31cThg
How to Write Realistic Characters: https://youtu.be/6Fwla4UfGq8
The Secret to Writing Likeable Characters: https://youtu.be/fu8nRjcolBg
COMMON MAIN CHARACTER MISTAKES:
02:13 – Their objectives are unclear
05:48 – They lack agency
07:08 – Their backstory is underdeveloped
09:17 – Their emotions are suppressed
11:27 – They feel faceless
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My name is Alyssa Matesic, and I’m a professional book editor with 7+ years of book publishing and editorial experience. Throughout my career, I’ve held editorial roles across both sides of the publishing industry: Big Five publishing houses and literary agencies. The goal of this channel is to help writers throughout the book writing journey—whether you're working on your manuscript or you're looking for publishing advice.
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