Book Writing Tips: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned Authors

Episode 33: Level Up Your Characters: How Vacations Boost Character Development


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In this episode, I explore how using vacations for character development can unlock deeper storytelling and more authentic emotional arcs. Whether your characters are escaping to a sun-soaked beach, trekking through the mountains, or getting lost in a bustling foreign city, travel can reveal who they truly are—and who they might become.

I look at how vacations naturally create conflict, growth, and transformation, and why these journeys are powerful tools for authors crafting immersive fiction. 

If you're looking to elevate your novel and create characters readers truly connect with, this episode provides actionable tips you can start using right away. Perfect for authors planning their next book or revising their latest draft!

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Scrivener (the writing software I use)

AlbaArango.com (my website and contact information)

The Ruby Diamond (my NEW RELEASE!)


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Book Writing Tips: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned AuthorsBy Alba Arango