The Allure of Morally Ambiguous Characters in Dark Urban Fantasy

The Allure of Morally Ambiguous Characters in Dark Urban Fantasy

Character complexity is a crucial element in storytelling, capturing the interest of readers and audiences alike. One particularly appealing aspect of this complexity is the presence of morally ambiguous characters, especially in the world of dark urban fantasy. In this article, we will delve into the definition and characteristics of morally ambiguous characters, the rise…

Write What You Know (And Also What You Don’t Know)

Write What You Know (And Also What You Don’t Know)

Write what you know has become one of those well-worn rules of writing that has been bandied about so much now, it has become almost meaningless. So has the less used, but still worn, quote about writing what you don’t know. Besides being contradictory, these two pieces of advice don’t really help a writer much…

Shades of Gray: The Allure of Morally Ambiguous Characters in Fiction

Shades of Gray: The Allure of Morally Ambiguous Characters in Fiction

Once upon a time in the land of fiction, I found myself captivated by the allure of morally ambiguous characters—those fascinating creatures who lurk in the shadows of good and evil, making every story they grace infinitely more intriguing. Let’s take a moment to appreciate these enigmatic beings who dance on the fine line between…