"Villainy and the Writer" 

a mini-masterclass from West Coast Christian Writers 

NOTE: This workshop is applicable to fiction, nonfiction, and memoir. 

There is an art to creating a great villain with his or her own story. What made them the way they are? What are their motivations, their complexities and nuances, their stories? Life is a struggle, after all–so how do we write well about the opposing person, institution, or force we (and our readers) are struggling with? Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this mini-masterclass is for you.

Learn how to craft a great villain in your novel, memoir, or nonfiction work, with Melanie Dobson & Tara Johnson, two of the best villain-crafters out there!

Register today to access the Vimeo recording link for Villainy & the Writer!

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Tara Johnson is an author and speaker, and loves to write stories that help people break free from the lies they believe about themselves. Tara’s debut novel Engraved on the Heart (Tyndale) earned a starred review from Publishers Weekly, and finaled in the Carol and Christy awards. Her latest releases were also published through Tyndale and Annie’s. She is a certified body language expert and adores making people laugh.

Melanie Dobson is the author of almost thirty novels including The Wings of Poppy Pendleton, Catching the Wind, and Memories of Glass. Five of her novels have received Carol Awards, and The Black Cloister was named the ForeWord Religious Fiction Book of the Year. Melanie enjoys traveling, researching, hosting a monthly writer’s group, and teaching at Corban University.

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ADDITIONAL INFO: The Vimeo recording link will be shared via your confirmation email upon registration.

Are you a WCCW member? You'll find your coupon code from the September 2025 membership email, or the Facebook group called "WCCW Membership Community."