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Writing Witty Characters

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03/16/2019

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arts

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In today's episode, Hope Ann, Josiah DeGraaf, and Rolena Hatfield discuss a specific type of character many of our subscribers love to write: the witty character. They share their favorite examples of this beloved trope, explore its dangers, and give tips for how you can create witty characters who are as complex as they are hilarious. Who are some of your favorite witty characters? Let us know in the comments! Support the Show.

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