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How to Come Up with an Iconic Character Name in 12 Steps - Reedsy
What's in a name and why does it matter? We answer this once and for all with 12 steps to help you figure out how to come up with a character name.
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self-publishingschool.com
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Character Names: Is The Name Right? 19 Tips - Self Publishing School
Character names are crucial to get right! Discover 19 tips for coming up with names that fit your character, setting, and story perfectly.
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writersdigest.com
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How to Pick Character Names: The 7 Rules of Choosing Names for ...
No matter what sort of character name you’re pursuing, heed common sense and follow these seven tips to make sure you pick the best names possible for your story.
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clawsonbooks.com
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Choosing Character Names for Your Novel: A Guide for Writers
In this blog post, we’ll explore practical and creative ways to choose names that suit your characters and enhance your storytelling. Whether you’re writing an epic fantasy, a cosy mystery, or a contemporary drama, these tips will guide you toward finding the perfect names for your literary creations.
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substack.com
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The Art of the Name: 6 Tips for Choosing Character Names in Fiction
Here are a six tips on how to go about about naming (and not naming) characters in fiction, plus thoughts on names in memoir: Don’t have two characters in one novel with similar names. For example, if you have a Brian, don’t also have a Ryan. If you have a Lisa, don’t also have a Lisbeth or Alyssa.
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centreofexcellence.com
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How to Create a Character for a Book: A Step-by-Step Guide
Whether you're developing a protagonist, side characters, or a villain, every character must feel real, relatable, and dynamic. Follow these steps to create compelling and diverse characters for your book.
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writingmastery.com
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How to Name Your Characters: Tips for Choosing Character Names
Looking for tips on how to choose character names for your story? Get expert advice on how to name your characters with these helpful tips.
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careerauthors.com
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How to Choose the Best Names for Your Characters • Career Authors
Most novelists take immense satisfaction from naming their characters. Maybe it feels a bit god-like or like picking your friends—after all, you are going to be spending a lot of time with Humbert, Hannibal, Veruca, and Mr. Dimmesdale.
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nybookeditors.com
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How to Choose Character Names - NY Book Editors
Would you like tips for choosing character names for your story? Here's a no-fail guide to sourcing unforgettable and perfect names.
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litreactor.com
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Character Personalities: How to Build Characters in 7 Steps
Here are the seven steps I use to build realistic characters for all my novels. 1. Start with an archetype. An archetype is a type of character that embodies a set of widely recognized traits, behaviors, or roles within a story.