I’ve been working on my romantasy, The Crown We Bury, and honestly… some days it flows, and some days it doesn’t. I'm feeling a little disconnected from my characters, and I think it's because I didn't take the time to fully develop them before I started writing. In the past, I've used this method, but I've had a deep understanding of my characters and where I wanted them to go. For TCWB, I feel a little uncertain. So...what should my next steps be? My friend suggested that I use a character sheet to do a deep dive on each of my characters, and I think they are spot on. There are tons of character sheets out there, but I've decided to use a Dungeons and Dragons (DnD) character sheet to build my characters out a bit more. Should I share them once I'm finished? How do you develop your characters?

Quick writing tip ✍️ If your scene feels flat, ask: 👉 What does each character WANT right now? Conflict comes from competing desires. Try rewriting a scene with that in mind and see what changes 👀

👉 Write a scene where your character has to tell a truth they’ve been avoiding. Set a timer for 10–15 minutes and go. Drop a ✨ when you’re done and tell us a bit about what you wrote!

What’s a trope you will always love… and one you’re tired of? I’ll go first in the comments 👇

Hey writers! I just added a brand-new plotting tool to help you outline (or revise!) the emotional arc of your romance stories. Whether you're writing contemporary, dark romance, fantasy romance, or something deliciously messy in between, this worksheet walks you through all the core beats—from the meet cute to the grand gesture. If you use it, feel free to share your progress or ask questions in the community—we’d love to support you as your story unfolds. 💛