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Let Them Grow: Why Character Development Is Worth the Mess

Discover how great characters grow through conflict, mistakes, and maturity. Learn how films like Taps, The Outsiders, School Ties, and A River Runs Through It can teach writers the art of meaningful character development.

How to Use Health Struggles in Character Arcs

Learn how to write authentic character arcs shaped by illness, pain, or recovery—without falling into stereotypes or plot devices.

July Roundup: From the Wise Thinkers Desk

Discover fresh tips on character development and explore new articles, resources, and books to help you write deeper, more emotional stories.

How to Create a Character Profile That Actually Helps You Write

Part of the series “how to write a book from start to finish” By J.E. Nickerson | Wise Thinkers Help Desk If you’ve ever watched the Mission Impossible series or movies, you know how the main character carefully selects his team — each person comes with a detailed dossier outlining their strengths and skills. When you create a characterContinue reading “How to Create a Character Profile That Actually Helps You Write”