EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 23 MIN
113 - Writing unlikeable characters well
from Story Magic · host Golden May
Today, Emily & Rachel talk about unlikeable characters.What you’ll learn from this episode [insert bullet points]What does ‘unlikable’ mean, and who decides?How to make unlikeable characters more likeableThe importance of ideal reader when building complex / morally grey charactersHow to create unlikable characters intentionally by giving them purposeAn impromptu A Game of Thrones debate!Ready to make readers so in love with your characters they can’t stop biting their nails in anticipation? Grab The Magic of Character Arcs free email course: https://www.goldenmayediting.com/arcsmagicJoin Tenacious Writing! With the perfect combo of craft, mindset, and community resources, you will build a writing life that feels sustainable, fulfilling, and fun—without any prescriptions or rules. Learn more: https://www.tenaciouswriting.com/If you enjoyed Story Magic, please rate, review and follow on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to this podcast!Follow us on social media!Rachel: https://www.instagram.com/bookcoachrachel/Emily: https://www.instagram.com/ebgoldenbooks/Join us September 21st - September 25th for Story Stress Test! In this FIVE-day LIVE virtual workshop, we’re going to show you how to stress-test and strengthen your story’s foundation. Leave the doubt behind, and bring the fun instead! All you have to do is register at https://www.tenaciouswriting.com/storystresstest! See you there!
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Today, Emily & Rachel talk about unlikeable characters. What you’ll learn from this episode [insert bullet points] What does ‘unlikable’ mean, and who decides?How to make unlikeable characters more likeableThe importance of ideal reader when building complex / morally grey charactersHow to create unlikable characters intentionally by giving them purposeAn impromptu A Game of Thrones debate!Ready to make readers so in love with your characters they can’t stop biting their nails in an...
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