Advice: Trouble with Personality:
Anonymous asked: I’m having trouble with my character’s personality. What should I do first? Set their background story first or their personality?
Past experiences sometimes have an effect on personality, so it’s a good idea to have at least a basic handle on back story before fleshing out a character’s personality. Beyond that, you might try doing some character development exercises to get to know your character better. Here are some other posts that might help you. :)
Character Authenticity
Recognizing a Flat Character
Fleshing Out a Flat Character
Alternatives to Character Worksheets
Finding Your Character’s Voice