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When Doing the Right Thing Still Feels Wrong: Building Moral Dilemmas into Your Stories

Not every story has easy answers. Discover how to write morally complex characters who face impossible choices—when doing right still feels wrong.

When Good Characters Are Pushed to the Edge: Family, Fear, and Morally Grey Choices

A powerful look at characters who make morally complex decisions in the name of protecting their families. Featuring insights from No Escape, Ransom, and Taken, this article explores how fear, love, and desperation shape unforgettable storytelling.