How to Create Believable Characters That Feel Totally Real
Want to write characters readers care about? Learn how to create believable, memorable characters—even if you’ve never written fiction before. Hey, it’s Reginaldo Osnildo here— Let’s talk about the heart of every great story: the characters . You can have an amazing plot, vivid settings, and clever twists… But if your characters feel flat, robotic, or fake—readers will tune out. The good news? You don’t need a psychology degree or a masterclass to write characters that feel real . You just need to understand what makes people tick—and bring that onto the page. Let’s dive into how to create characters that live and breathe. What Makes a Character “Believable”? Believable characters feel like real people, not just names on a page. They have: Wants and fears Strengths and flaws Memories and habits Contradictions (just like us!) Voices that are unique to them Readers don’t just want to read about characters. They want to feel ...