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.

Muriel can't sleep. It's been one year since her mother's suicide, but somehow she's still there. A miracle might be about to happen.
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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