on Fiction University:

JH: Not every story starts with plot—some start with character. Rayne Hall shares tips and exercises to develop your short story idea by developing your character.

Today, I want you to pick out one of the short story ideas dancing around in your head. Most writers have a lot of half-formed ideas, all demanding to be written.

Choose one of them, and I’ll show you how to refine your idea by focusing on the main character

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