Bad guy Quote by Kimberly Black
““In writing, a good guy must never break any of the Ten Commandments. A bad guy must break every one. That's why writing female characters is so much fun. They're not GUYS at all.””
About This Quote
Good characters obey moral rules; villains break them; writing female characters is enjoyable because they defy male stereotypes.
In simple terms: Female characters can subvert male norms.
Key Takeaway
Create complex female characters who challenge conventions.
Themes
gender
writing
stereotypes
character development
creativity
Mood
creative
critical
Type
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Romance:0
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Strong women:0
Ten commandments:0
Women:1
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Writing:0
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When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- character workshops
- publishing
Key Concepts
feminist theory
literary criticism
character archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you avoid tokenism?
- What makes a female character compelling?
A Different Perspective
Risk of reducing characters to tropes.
