S17:E23: How a Character’s Personality Shapes Arc, Voice, and Goals

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What makes a character unforgettable? It’s not just quirks or dialogue. It’s personality. Your characters' personalities shape their arcs, influence their voices, drive their goals, and and connect plot and theme into a cohesive whole.

In this episode, we’ll explore why personality is the secret ingredient to compelling storytelling and how you can use it to create characters who resonate with readers long after the final page.

You’ll Learn:

3 reasons personality is the foundation of great characters
4 ways personality drives storytelling (arc, voice, conflict, theme)
10 practical tips for weaving personality into your plot, dialogue, and arcs
How to use tools like the Enneagram and MBTI to stress-test your character development

Whether you’re outlining your next novel or revising a draft, this episode will help you unlock deeper, more authentic storytelling through the lens of personality.

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