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Episode 99 - Traps when writing character-driven stories.
Essential Guide to Writing a Novel
Character-driven vs. Plot-driven Stories
This chapter discusses the distinction between character-driven and plot-driven stories, emphasizing the importance of action and plot even in character-focused narratives. It also warns against excessive navel-gazing and backstory in character-driven novels.
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