Writing Great Villains: Why They Shouldn't Be Sympathetic
Writing great villains is about striking a balance between charming and evil, so we love them but also love to see them lose.

The Girlfriend calls all her friends to join her on the hunt after the cheating Boyfriend.
Writing great villains is about striking a balance between charming and evil, so we love them but also love to see them lose.
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