Sunday Writers Salon

Creating Unforgettable Characters: Building People Readers Can’t Let Go Of

Some characters disappear the moment the book closes. Others stay with us for years.

What makes the difference?

In this workshop, we move beyond physical descriptions and quirky traits. Instead, we focus on what truly makes a character compelling: desire, contradiction, emotional truth, and the things they are afraid to admit — even to themselves.

Through guided exercises, you will:

• Identify what your character wants — and what stands in their way