Day 2: How to Create Your Main Character (Kidlit Story Kickoff)

EPISODE · Apr 29, 2025 · 8 MIN

Day 2: How to Create Your Main Character (Kidlit Story Kickoff)

from Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids · host Brooke Van Sickle

Let’s create the star of your story! Today in Day 2 of the Kidlit Story Kickoff, we’re developing our characters into 3-dimensional people who feel real and authentic to the reader. 🎯 You’ll discover: • What every strong character needs (besides a name!) • How to choose the right point of view • What to do if you don’t have a character 📘 Don’t forget your Workbook to complete your character card after the episode. Get the workbook Here: https://journeytokidlit.com/storykickoff-workbook ✨ Hit subscribe to keep going with this 5-day challenge and make real progress on your children’s book! TIMELINE: 0:01 - Welcome to Day 2 of Kidlit Story Kickoff 0:17 - What to Expect in Today's Lesson 1:20 - How to "Gather" the Story Assets all Books Must Include 2:05 - Choosing Who will be the Star of Your Story 2:35 - A Breakdown of Point of View (POV) that you can choose from 3:35 - A Trick to Help You Stay in Your Character's POV 4:22 - The Items you need to make Your Character feel 3-Dimensional 5:10 - What to do if You Don't Have a Traditional Character 6:19 - The Next Steps to Take Today LINKS FOR EPISODE: * Get the workbook Here: https://journeytokidlit.com/storykickoff-workbook

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