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Character-Driven Tension

Character-Driven Tension

This workshop explores character as a system under stress. Rather than focusing on plot to move a story forward, we examine how we can use character as the vehicle.

Using examples from literary fiction, genre storytelling, and film, writers will develop characters who feel internally coherent, even when they behave in troubling or unexpected ways. 


Responsible Fathom House
Last Update 03/16/2026
Completion Time 50 minutes
Members 0
Basic Intermediate
  • Pre-Workshop Assignments
    4Lessons · 50 min
    • Why are you attending this workshop?
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    • Your favorite stories for character
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    • UNCONTROL | Psychological Horror Short Film
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    • (Priority) Write a character summary
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