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When you start writing your novel, it’s important to have a summary of your major characters in front of you. In this way, you will make sure they always act in character.

Example: Character summary: protagonist

 
Name & Title
  
Archetype   
Profession   
Why should your reader care about your Protagonist?    
What special characteristics does your Protagonist show?   
What are his/her good attributes?   
What are his/her weaknesses?   
What is Your Protagonist passionate about?  
What makes your Protagonist right for the Mission?   
What puts Your Protagonist under time pressure?   
What character flaws may put your protagonist at risk?   
What special skills or talents doe he/she have?   
How does your Protagonist appear to others?
 		  
What is striking about his/her appearance?   
What does your Protagonist fear most?   
How will you foreshadow your Protagonist’s introduction?   


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