Basing the hero on yourself

In my work in progress, I’m not only basing the villain on myself. I’m basing the hero on myself too. It’s easy to base the villain on yourself because we are the first to point out our flaws. Basing the hero on yourself is much harder. Some writers use self-inserts for wish fulfillment. If you […]Related posts:How to write about heroes (and be one)Tips on writing in first-personStar Wars: When villains are more likable than the heroes
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Published on July 17, 2025 20:28
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