EPISODE · Jan 20, 2021 · 12 MIN
#32: Five Ways to Avoid the Stock Villain
from Writer Unleashed · host Nanci Panuccio
How do you avoid writing the stock villain? How do you move beyond the cliche to create a bad guy that surprises us? That goes against the status quo? On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll explore 5 ways to create a villain that defies stereotype. We'll discuss:What readers really want from your villainHow to explore what's underneath your character's bad actsBetter questions to get under your villain's skinHow to tap into your own impulses to write more nuanced and believable villainsGrab your free Character Questionnaire on this free resource page. And if you want to connect with more like-minded writers, and with me, join us on our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. Joining is free. Structure 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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How do you avoid writing the stock villain? How do you move beyond the cliche to create a bad guy that surprises us? That goes against the status quo? On today’s episode of Writer Unleashed, we’ll explore 5 ways to create a villain that defies stereotype. We'll discuss: What readers really want from your villainHow to explore what's underneath your character's bad actsBetter questions to get under your villain's skinHow to tap into your own impulses to write more nuanced and bel...
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