How to Write a Complex Villain
How to write a complex villain — one who's believable, worthy of your hero, and keep readers turning pages.
This video discusses:
[1:02] Villain vs. Antivillain
[2:30] Writing a Strong Villain
[3:50] 4 Types of Complex Villains
[3:56] 1. Noble
[4:23] 2. Pitiable
[4:58] 3. Well-Meaning
[5:28] 4. Villain in Name Only
[6:07] 5 Tips to Creating an Effective Villain
[6:24] 1. Have a realistic and sympathetic backstory
[6:58] 2. Have strong motivations
[7:43] 3. Exhibit power
[8:13] 4. Force your protagonist to make difficult decisions
[8:53] 5. Cause the protagonist to grow
[9:19] Start Writing Better Villains
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How to Create a Powerful Character Arc
How to Write A Novel: My Proven 12 Step Process
15 Characteristics of a Strong Villain (checklist)
What is an Antihero? How to Write an Unconventional Protagonist
Jerry Jenkins is the author of over 200 books, including 21 New York Times bestsellers. He’s passionate about helping writers grow to their full potential and have the best chance to see their writing published. Browse his archive of advice pulled from his nearly 50 years as a writer, editor, and publisher at www.jerryjenkins.com.
Become part of a community of writers like you on Jerry’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jerry.b.jenkins
Need more help developing your characters? Check out Jerry's free Character Arc Worksheet! https://leveragecreative.lpages.co/character-arc-worksheet-landing-yt/
Видео How to Write a Complex Villain канала Jerry B. Jenkins
This video discusses:
[1:02] Villain vs. Antivillain
[2:30] Writing a Strong Villain
[3:50] 4 Types of Complex Villains
[3:56] 1. Noble
[4:23] 2. Pitiable
[4:58] 3. Well-Meaning
[5:28] 4. Villain in Name Only
[6:07] 5 Tips to Creating an Effective Villain
[6:24] 1. Have a realistic and sympathetic backstory
[6:58] 2. Have strong motivations
[7:43] 3. Exhibit power
[8:13] 4. Force your protagonist to make difficult decisions
[8:53] 5. Cause the protagonist to grow
[9:19] Start Writing Better Villains
Click here for related videos and resources:
How to Create a Powerful Character Arc
How to Write A Novel: My Proven 12 Step Process
15 Characteristics of a Strong Villain (checklist)
What is an Antihero? How to Write an Unconventional Protagonist
Jerry Jenkins is the author of over 200 books, including 21 New York Times bestsellers. He’s passionate about helping writers grow to their full potential and have the best chance to see their writing published. Browse his archive of advice pulled from his nearly 50 years as a writer, editor, and publisher at www.jerryjenkins.com.
Become part of a community of writers like you on Jerry’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jerry.b.jenkins
Need more help developing your characters? Check out Jerry's free Character Arc Worksheet! https://leveragecreative.lpages.co/character-arc-worksheet-landing-yt/
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