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Podcast: Fully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author Podcast
Episode: Fully Booked EP161: Heroes, Villains, and the Gray Areas In-Between
Description: Conflict drives every great story, but what truly makes a hero compelling? And why are villains often the most captivating characters on the page? In today’s episode of Fully Booked, we delve into the intricate "hero-villain dance" with novelist and former educator Lori Paul Johnson. By exploring the moral complexity of antagonists and the archetypal struggles of heroes, Lori breaks down storytelling techniques that keep readers hooked—revealing how a well-crafted villain doesn’t just oppose the hero but elevates the entire narrative.
Using a variety of vivid examples, Lori illustrates how heroes are forged in the fi...