11/19/2025
Are your characters doing a lot but not really changing? That’s usually why the middle of a book sags.
In our latest craft article, we walk through:
• Why some leads should be dynamic (clear internal change)…
• …and when a static but rich lead actually serves the story better (think Holmes, Reacher, long-running sleuths)
• How to map your cast on a simple 2×2 matrix so you can see, at a glance, where emotional momentum is missing
• A practical checklist you can run on your manuscript tonight to strengthen your character arcs
If you want readers to care enough to keep turning pages, character change can’t be an afterthought.
Dive into the guide:
https://izzardink.com/dynamic-vs-static-characters/
