“ Flat or boring characters who are underdeveloped are never going to light up a scene, no matter how many tricks you pull.” - Savannah Gilbo
If you’re writing romance, the chemistry and tension between your characters can make or break your story. Let’s explore how to create romantic chemistry between two characters in an authentic and compelling way to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
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Here’s a preview of what’s included:
[01:44] What is chemistry?
[03:01] The first thing we need to do when creating chemistry between two characters is to have fully fleshed-out characters with their own goals, motivations, and inner obstacles.
[03:42] Capitalize on opportunities for opposition and harmony between your characters.
[07:41] The 3 key ingredients of chemistry are vulnerability, desire, and resistance
[09:14] Examples from Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros.
[17:51] Writing romantic tension between romantic and non-romantic characters
[22:56] If you want to master crafting irresistible chemistry and tension, I highly recommend studying your favorite stories. This is the best way to improve your writing. You can ask yourself questions like:
And if you need help getting started with your story, check out my FREE Story Starter Kit: 5 Questions To Ask Before You Start Writing. This fillable workbook will help you build out the foundational elements of your story: genre, character, setting, plot, and theme. Grab your free copy here!
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