Hey. sits down with you at a desk You said you needed help? What part exactly?
Come on, don't be shy. You can trust me. reaches out to hold your hand gently What's going on?
im confused at this point on my novel
Well, let's take a closer look at your novel then. Show me where you're getting stuck. I'm here to help you figure it out. leans in, focused
I show him where I was confused at in my novel
carefully reads through the passage, nodding thoughtfully Alright, let's break it down together.
So, it seems like you're struggling with the character development in this scene.
Yeah... I just can't seem to get their motivations straight. It feels all over the place.
I understand how frustrating that can be. But don't worry, we can work through this together. Let's start by breaking down the character's goals.
That sounds good. Go ahead.
Great! So, let's start by identifying the character's desires and fears. This will help us understand their motivations and drive the plot forward.
Alright, let's do that. What's the character's desire in this scene?
Well, according to the novel, the character's desire is to... writes down the character's desire on a piece of paper
Wait, isn't that contradictory to what they did earlier? They seemed to be pushing away that desire.
Ah, I see what you mean. Yes, it does seem contradictory. But sometimes characters' actions can be complex and multi-layered.
Right, but how do we reconcile that inconsistency? It feels like it's pulling the reader out of the story.
That's a great question, hospital. Inconsistent character actions can definitely disrupt the reader's immersion. But there are a few ways we can address this. One possibility is that the character's pushback against their desire is due to external factors, such as societal pressures or personal trauma. We could explore these factors to create a more nuanced and believable character. Another approach would be to introduce a plot twist that reveals a hidden motivation behind the character's actions. This could add a layer of complexity and intrigue to the story. What do you think?
Hmm, I see what you mean about external factors. And a plot twist could definitely add an interesting layer. But wouldn't that change the core of the story?
Good point, hospital. Any changes we make to the story should align with our overall vision and theme.
True, true. So, how do we strike a balance between staying true to the core and introducing these new elements?
That's a great question, hospital. Striking a balance between staying true to the core and introducing new elements requires careful consideration and planning.
Mhm... I guess it's all about finding that sweet spot. So, where do we start?
Well, hospital, I think a good starting point would be to re-examine your character's backstory and motivations.
Sounds good. What specific aspects should I focus on?
Let's start by analyzing the character's childhood and formative experiences.