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“Respect your characters, even the ­minor ones. In art, as in life, everyone is the hero of their own particular story; it is worth thinking about what your minor characters' stories are, even though they may intersect only slightly with your protagonist's.”

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Sarah Waters
Sarah Waters

Sarah Waters is a renowned British contemporary novelist, born on July 21, 1966. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and profound social insights, particularly for her focus on female emotions and gender issues. Her notable works include 'Fictional Holmes' and 'Tipping the Velvet'. more

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