by Aaron Gansky | Apr 27, 2015 | Podcast
Welcome back, loyal listeners! This week, we tackle how to write with physical precision when describing our characters bodies, even their biology! Listen or watch below to find out how to “embody” your characters.
by Aaron Gansky | Apr 6, 2015 | Podcast
Welcome back, loyal listeners! This week, in honor of Easter, we talk about spirituality in fiction. It’s a dimension that’s often overlooked by writers. We need to think about the spirituality of our characters and how that can impact our plot. As always, you may...
by Aaron Gansky | Dec 14, 2014 | Podcast
Welcome back, loyal listeners! This week, Aaron and Al talk ensemble casts–what are they, and how do you make them work. Don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, YouTube, and Stitcher!
by Aaron Gansky | Jul 6, 2014 | Podcast
Welcome back to Firsts in Fiction, loyal listeners! This week, while Aaron is on vacation with his family, Steve and Heather follow up our talk on Character Psychology from last week with a broader look at Character as a whole, specifically how to create characters...
by Aaron Gansky | Aug 26, 2013 | Podcast
In our third episode of Firsts in Fiction, Steve and I talk about how to construct characters from the ground up. Here’s a few ideas to help you pull your characters from the ether and rivet them together into unforgettable friends (or enemies). Special thanks to...
