“The novel is a journey of character, the roadmap of the emotional transition he and/or she will experience. The closer we can stay to the action of the novel the more clearly and intensely we will feel these changes.” (Walter Mosley, Elements of Fiction)
Character journeys are the heart of any good novel, and understanding the emotional transitions they undergo is key to fully engaging with the story.
Walter Mosley emphasizes that staying close to the action allows us to experience these changes more intensely. By focusing on the character’s development, we can appreciate the depth and complexity of their journey.
R.A.R.
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Rolando Andrés Ramos 
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