📖 Finding Yourself in Fiction: Why Relatable Characters Matter Have you ever read a book and thought, That character is me!? The best stories are the ones where we see ourselves in the struggles, quirks, and triumphs of fictional characters. But what makes them feel so real? In this episode, we dive into trauma-informed storytelling—creating characters with authentic coping mechanisms, real-life struggles, and journeys of hope and healing. ✨ What You’ll Discover: ✔️ Why relatable characters resonate deeply with us ✔️ How trauma-informed writing makes characters feel authentic ✔️ The power of hope and healing in fiction Meet characters like: 📚 Harper – A cozy mystery writer battling agoraphobia while solving crimes 📚 Sera – A teen obsessed with mysteries, using them to make sense of her past 📚 Adelina – A survivor navigating life’s toughest challenges with resilience 🔥
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