Page Fright
Hosted by authors Sydney Kain (Our Love Language is Murder: coming Feb 2027), and Liza Petrov (Pre-Query). PAGE FRIGHT follows the journey of Sydney and Liza as they find their place in the literary world. Each week they offer a unique take on the ins and outs of the publishing industry, discuss craft and the vulnerability it takes to be a writer, and they answer questions from fans. New episodes every Tuesday.
Page Fright
Are Your Characters Offensive? Should You Care?
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Ready to create characters that leap off the page and linger in your readers' minds? This episode is your ultimate guide to crafting complex, flawed characters that defy stereotypes and captivate audiences. In this episode of Page Fright, Sydney and Liza discuss why embracing contradictions—like a villain with a soft spot or a hero with hidden, even offensive flaws—can make your characters unforgettable. They also delve into the pitfalls of audience capture and the publishing industry dangers of writing such characters.
