Write Real People

Welcome to Write Real People; a fiction writing blog dedicated to helping authors create stories that feel authentic, complex, and unforgettable.

We tend to remember stories because of the characters. That’s why my articles mainly focus on the art of crafting realistic, relatable characters your readers will love (and remember long after the last page).

Here you’ll find practical advice, tips, and insights on character development, story structure, creative processes, and more: all aimed at fiction writers who want to bring depth and humanity to their work.

I also share glimpses into my own published books, including the YA fantasy series: The War in the West, as well as the dark contemporary romance Red For Stop (available on Amazon).

Whether you’re plotting your first novel or refining your craft, I’ll help you explore what makes characters, and stories, feel real — and how to write them well.

Thanks for stopping by. Let’s create people worth reading about.

Erika