Writing Creative Characters

What is one thing that every bestselling book has in common? A memorable ensemble of characters. When an author sits down to write a book, there is a general idea, maybe some specific details that they want to include. However, the thing that captures the hearts of readers across the globe is the ever elusive "perfect" main character/s. In order to move forward writing more well-rounded, intriguing characters, we're going to read a Writer's Digest article called "The 9 Ingredients of Character Development." (http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/the-9-ingredients-of-character-development)  Before we get into the article, let's dissect some of the most popular characters from novels, movies, TV shows, and music in the past five years.



Katniss Everdeen
Book/Movie Series: The Hunger Games
Notable Characteristics: Intriguing name, Bow & Arrow skills, long braided hair, determined personality, hunter, fiercely protective of her family

Without these things, Katniss would be a boring teenage girl with a weird name living in a post-apocalyptic universe. Her specific traits, the way she styles her hair, and her hobbies make her a well-rounded character that people can remember and compare themselves too.