Ep. 626: How to Create Insanely Complex Characters Using "Shadow Theory"

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"Shadow theory" is one of the most intuitive tools a writer can use to identify the contrasting elements that create complex characters.

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Ep. 626: How to Create Insanely Complex Characters Using "Shadow Theory"

Helping Writers Become Authors

More episodes from "Helping Writers Become Authors"

Ep. 641: Announcing Archetypal Character Guided Meditations! (+Giveaway)

Ep. 640: What Are Antagonistic Proxies? And How Can They Help Your Story?

Ep. 639: Where Should You Start Plotting Your Story?

Ep. 638: Hot Tip for Character Relationships: The Relationship IS a Character

Ep. 637: How to Rediscover the Joy of Writing

What Are Plot Devices? (Why You Should Be Cautious)

Ep. 635: How to Write Interesting Happy Scenes? 6 Tips

Ep. 634: 8 Different Types of Scenes

Ep. 633: How to Discover What Your Character Fears

Ep. 632: A New Way to Think About the Lie the Character Believes