Can you write a book with only one character?
When a character is by him or herself, developing an interesting character becomes a greater challenge. It’s doable though. Gary Paulsen’s Hatchet, for most of the book, has only one character, and it’s one of the classic elementary/middle school reading books.
Can a story have only one character as a protagonist and still be a complete story?
A story can have only one character (protagonist) and still be a complete story. This character’s conflict may be an inner one (within him/herself), or a conflict with something natural, such as climbing a mountain.
Can you have multiple Deuteragonists?
The short answer is: yes. You can write your novel any way you like, so long as it works in practice. Many writers, especially those writing in genres such as fantasy and sci-fi, have multiple main characters in their novels.
Is it possible to write a short story with only one character?
Yes, it’s certainly easier to write a short story with only a single character, but it can also be done in a novel. There have been quite a few “sole survivor” end of the world stories, and survivor stories in general, with just one character. Another possibility is a “walkabout” story, a journey alone for self-discovery.
Should you write your novel in first person or third person?
Most novels are written in Third Person Limited. That means limited to one perspective character at a time, and that character ought to be the one with the most at stake. Writing your novel in First Person makes is easiest to limit yourself to that one perspective character, but Third-Person Limited is most popular for a reason.
Is it possible to write a story with only one MC?
There have been quite a few “sole survivor” end of the world stories, and survivor stories in general, with just one character. Another possibility is a “walkabout” story, a journey alone for self-discovery. Anyway, do you think that it’s possible to create a story with no other characters but the one MC?
Is it possible to write a story with one central character?
If you’re feeling up for a challenge, writing a story featuring one character is a great exercise. Here are two things to remember when writing a story with one central character. 1. Your reader needs to care about your character.