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How to Create a Realistic, Relatable Main Character for your Romance Novel
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Creating a realistic and relatable main character is crucial for a good romance novel. This involves giving them a history, their own journey, a job, relationships with others, physical flaws, strength, failure, sexuality, and the spotlight. These elements help readers understand and bond with the main character, making the story more engaging and resonant.
Takeaways
- A main character's history, beliefs, and actions should be influenced by their past experiences.
- Main characters should have their own journey and not solely exist to fall in love with the love interest.
- Giving main characters a job helps build their sense of self and adds depth to their story.
- Main characters' relationships with others can illuminate their lives and provide support and growth.
- Physical flaws make main characters more realistic and relatable.
- Strength should be tempered with vulnerability to create a well-rounded main character.
- Failure is relatable and can lead to character growth and redemption.
- Sexuality is an important aspect of a romance novel's main character.
- The main character should be at the center of the story and constantly involved in the plot.
- Creating a realistic and relatable main character is essential for reader engagement and resonance.
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