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How to Build Believable Characters (Even the Villains!)
Emma Villafano 8/5/25 Emma Villafano 8/5/25

How to Build Believable Characters (Even the Villains!)

“Real people are complicated, we second-guess ourselves, we lash out, we make bad choices. Your characters should, too.”

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✦ FREE WRITING RESOURCES ✦

A simple guide for turning your story idea into a structured novel.

Need a little help with your WIP?

Grab one of my free writing resources and get back to creating.

Questions and worksheets to help you create a believable story world.

Dig deeper than hair color and eye color and figure out who your characters actually are.

Free access. Just bring your WIP and possibly some coffee.

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From My Writing Desk

Writing advice, lessons I'm learning, and thoughts from somewhere between "this book is amazing" and "maybe I should delete the entire manuscript."

Tips & Inspiration Posts
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Plotter vs Pantser vs Plantser
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If you’ve ever sat down to write and thought, “Why does everyone else seem to know exactly what they’re doing?”

You’re not alone.

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February 1, 2026
How I Use Save the Cat! to Build Believable YA Characters & Strong Story Structure
November 20, 2025
How I Use Save the Cat! to Build Believable YA Characters & Strong Story Structure
November 20, 2025

Discover why Save the Cat! Writes a YA Novel by Jessica Brody, is my favorite writing tool, and how its 15 story beats can help you craft stronger characters and plots.

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November 20, 2025
How to Build Believable Characters (Even the Villains!)
August 5, 2025
How to Build Believable Characters (Even the Villains!)
August 5, 2025

“Real people are complicated, we second-guess ourselves, we lash out, we make bad choices. Your characters should, too.”

Read more →
August 5, 2025
Real Talk Writing: Tips That Actually Worked For Me
July 22, 2025
Real Talk Writing: Tips That Actually Worked For Me
July 22, 2025

Looking to improve your writing? These practical tips will help you write better, stay motivated, and overcome writer’s block. Perfect for bloggers, novelists, and aspiring authors!

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July 22, 2025

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You don't have to have the entire story figured out before you start writing it.

Sometimes you just have to write the next sentence.

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