Plot vs. characterIn writing for young readers, the two should walk hand in hand
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June 10, 2010 In writing a children’s book, do characters drive your plot or does your plot push your characters? Some books are considered more plot-driven, while others lean toward being more character-driven. Yet, a good character-driven book is not devoid of plot and the good plot-driven books still have well-formed characters.
What happens, though, if you feel more comfortable creating strong, realistic, memorable characters but you struggle with plotting? Or perhaps, like me, you have no trouble coming up with an interesting, creative plot but have to work harder to show your character’s inner motivation, needs and growth?
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