EPISODE · May 21, 2024 · 21 MIN
#189: 5 Ways To Create A More Captivating Antagonist
from Writer Unleashed · host Nanci Panuccio
Often writers create antagonists who do bad, immoral, sometimes evil things. They might be abusive or neglectful parents. An enemy. Or an otherworldly foe. But when you're writing about your most trouble-rousing characters, you don't want to portray the givens. You want to surprise us. You want to create an antagonist who's unforgettable. The stock villain gives the reader a stock reaction. And that's exactly what we want to avoid. That's why in this episode, I'm sharing 5 ways to create a more captivating antagonist. So you can bring more nuance and complexity to your antagonist - and to your story. Episode Web Page with Show NotesStructure your story with this FREE 3-Act Worksheet. Go beyond outlining and write a story that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. Grab your FREE Worksheet here.
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Often writers create antagonists who do bad, immoral, sometimes evil things. They might be abusive or neglectful parents. An enemy. Or an otherworldly foe. But when you're writing about your most trouble-rousing characters, you don't want to portray the givens. You want to surprise us. You want to create an antagonist who's unforgettable. The stock villain gives the reader a stock reaction. And that's exactly what we want to avoid. That's why in this episode, I'm shari...
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