Tag: character arcs

Character arcs show how people grow and change—just like our spiritual journeys. In Christian fiction, character arcs often mirror discipleship, repentance, and hope in Christ. Emmaline Hoffmeister explores how to write meaningful character arcs in historical fiction and clean romance, creating stories that inspire women of faith who love novels with both heart and spiritual depth.

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06
Oct
2025
Posted in Writing

How to Write Deep Characters Without Trauma

Learn how to create layered, compelling characters without relying on trauma backstories. Explore 10 practical ways to deepen characters through values, contradictions, desires, and relationships.