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In this YouTube Short, host Michael Vadney offers an example of how religious characters in speculative fiction are often mishandled—and how writers can do better. If you're a fantasy or sci-fi writer, this is a must-watch tip on avoiding common pitfalls when building characters of faith.

Too often, religious characters are written as stereotypes, flat moral figures, or simply plot devices with no depth. Michael highlights how this weakens worldbuilding and limits emotional engagement for readers. Instead, religious characters should be complex, human, and reflective of believable spiritual experiences—whether based in real-world faiths or fictional systems.

Perfect for indie authors, aspiring writers, and readers of fantasy and sci-fi, this Short encourages deeper thought around character development, especially when writing belief systems, ethical conflicts, or spiritual journeys.

As part of the Author Adjacent series focused on the transition from writer to author, this video offers quick, practical storytelling advice rooted in real-world writing experience.