In this episode of the Co-Authoring Chronicles of Serial Fiction podcast, co-authors Helen Corvis and Steaphan Kay discuss the importance of character development in fiction writing. They explore how well-developed characters with clear motivations and goals can drive the narrative, make stories more engaging, and allow writers to explore deeper themes. Helen and Steaphan share examples from science fiction to illustrate effective character development, and discuss some techniques and challenges they have encountered in crafting authentic characters in their own collaborative serial fiction project, In the Arms of the Void . The co-authors also offer practical tips for monitoring character development and arcs over the course of a story.
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