INTRODUCING

IN CHARACTER:
THE ULTIMATE WRITER'S TOOLKIT

Breathe life into your characters and the worlds they live in, all while saving time and money

Over 1000 Pages of Content

I’m thrilled to introduce In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit! This comprehensive resource is the result of countless hours of research, writing, and refining—a true labor of love. As an author with over 30 years of experience in marketing, publishing, and sales, I know how challenging it can be to create authentic worlds and unforgettable characters. That’s why I originally developed this toolkit for myself, to speed up the creative process while breathing new life into my stories.

 What began as a personal project quickly became too valuable to keep to myself, and that’s how In Character was born. It brings everything you need together in one place, making it easier than ever to craft your next masterpiece. I hope you’ll take advantage of the Introductory Price and let this toolkit inspire your journey to creating incredible novels!

Tammie Gibbs  Editor/Curator

In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit is designed to empower you at every stage of your writing journey.

Whether you’re crafting characters, developing worlds, or launching your book to a global audience,
this toolkit offers step-by-step resources tailored to your success.

Unleash your creativity...

  • Master Character Development: Learn how to create characters that resonate with readers.
  • Expand Your World-Building: Ensure your settings are as compelling as your plot.

  • Marketing Made Simple: Build a powerful, actionable marketing plan using proven strategies, including the exclusive 8 Hours to Jump Start Your Book Marketing 


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Say Goodbye to Endless Hours Spent on Research

Get back to writing faster! In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit offers immediate access to reliable resources for historical details, cultural nuances, and setting descriptions—so you can stay focused on storytelling without wasting time.

Stop Struggling to Build Compelling Characters

Craft characters that resonate with readers. Crafting relatable, dynamic characters can be challenging. Learn how to create characters that captivate readers from the start. This toolkit provides expert strategies and templates designed to help you create compelling, dynamic characters that capture attention and enhance your story.

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Enjoy Creating Immersive Worlds

World-building is crucial, but it can feel daunting. This toolkit offers practical tools and examples to help you create settings that enhance your story and draw readers in without losing valuable writing time..

Keep Your Plot on Track

Even with a great idea, plotting your novel can be tricky. Balancing pacing, maintaining tension, and keeping all the story elements aligned often leads to plot holes, unfinished drafts, or a narrative that just doesn’t flow. With In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit, you’ll have access to plotting frameworks and resources that keep your story on course

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Have fun Marketing Your Books

Marketing your book doesn’t have to be overwhelming. I've compiled all the tools you'll need including my exclusive 8 Hours to Jump Start Your Book Marketing guide—with it you’ll create a simple, effective plan to promote your book, build your author brand, and boost sales.

Over 1,000 Pages of Amazing Content

The internet is packed with resources, but figuring out what’s useful and reliable can be overwhelming. Now you can simplifiy your search. I've included a curated collection of information all in one place.

No more wasting time sifting through endless websites—you’ll have everything you need for your writing and marketing journey,  Which means you can have more fun writing your book and spend less time struggling to find those little details that help your story shine.

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Here’s What's Included:

Character Development Resources

  • Hero and Heroine Character Worksheets: Detailed sheets to help you create multi-dimensional protagonists and antagonists.

  • Complete Cheat Sheets: Quick-reference guides for personality traits, character arcs, and dialogue nuances.

  • Character Backstory Builder: Templates and prompts to develop rich, believable backstories.

World Builder
Build worlds that captivate

Once your characters are fully realized, it’s time to place them in a world that’s just as rich and immersive. In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit provides you with the tools to build detailed, believable settings that bring your story to life and keep readers engaged in every scene.

  • Geography and Setting: Comprehensive guide to creating authentic landscapes, climates, and settings that enhance the believability and immersion of your story's world.
  • Environmental Influences: Detailed insights into how geography, climate, and natural resources shape societies and impact the development of your story's world.

  • Technology and Innovation: Explore the evolution of technology and groundbreaking innovations throughout history to enrich your story's world with accurate and compelling details.
  • Arts and Literature: Discover how artistic movements and literary traditions throughout history have shaped cultures and storytelling, adding depth and authenticity to your narrative.
  • Religion and Mythology: Explore the profound influence of religious beliefs and mythological stories on cultures and characters, bringing richness and authenticity to your world-building.
  • Science and Medicine: Uncover the historical advancements in science and medicine, providing essential details to create accurate and engaging depictions of healthcare and innovation in your story.
  • Cultural and Social Influence: Gain a deep understanding of how social norms, traditions, and cultural dynamics shape characters and societies, adding realism and complexity to your narrative.
  • Military and Warfare: Detailed guides on historical battles, military strategies, and weaponry to help you create authentic and compelling conflict scenes in your story.
  • Trade and Economy: Insights into historical trade systems and economic structures, helping you build realistic societies with authentic commerce, wealth, and class dynamics.

Plotting and Story Structure Tools 


With your world fully realized, it’s time to make sure your story flows seamlessly. In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit offers plotting templates and scene planners to ensure your narrative stays cohesive, maintaining pacing and tension from start to finish.

  • Plotting Your Novel: Templates and guides to help you structure your story, from beginning to end.
  • Included as a bonus is the Plotting Your Romance Novel “Specialized” Guide.

Specialized Thematic Sections: Bring Historical Authenticity to Life

With your plot structured and flowing smoothly, it’s time to ground your story in a specific time period. The historical insights and resources in our ‘Through the Ages’ section, will help you incorporate historical details and cultural nuances to enrich your narrative and create an authentic setting for your characters.

  • Fashion Through the Ages: Comprehensive guide to clothing styles, accessories, and trends across different eras.
  • Food Through the Ages: Reference for historically accurate meals, cooking techniques, and dietary practices.
  • Transportation Through the Ages: Information on various modes of transportation throughout history, from horse-drawn carriages to steam engines.
  • Weapons Through the Ages: Detailed descriptions and historical context for weapons, armor, and military tactics.
  • Manners Through the Ages: Detailed guide to social customs, etiquette, and behaviors from various historical periods, ensuring authentic character interactions.
  • Architecture Through the Ages: Comprehensive exploration of architectural styles and building techniques across different eras to enrich your story’s settings.
  • Essentials Through the Ages: In-depth guides on the development of essential utilities like plumbing, electricity, and heating systems, providing the foundational knowledge needed to accurately depict daily life across different time periods.
  • Personal Hygiene Through the Ages: Comprehensive guides on the evolution of personal hygiene practices, from ancient bathing rituals to modern-day toiletries, ensuring accurate and vivid depictions of daily life in various eras.

Unlock the Past to Elevate Your Writing

With your narrative grounded in a specific time period, you can add further depth and accuracy by tapping into the comprehensive historical context provided in the Historical Reference for Authors section. This resource helps you incorporate key historical events, cultural insights, and everyday life details, ensuring your story resonates with authenticity.

  • Timelines of Key Historical Events: From ancient civilizations to modern times, ensuring your story reflects real-world history.
  • Cultural Insights: Detailed guides on societal norms, customs, and trends that shaped each era, providing context for authentic character development..
  • Example Conversations: Sample dialogues rooted in the speech and vernacular of the time, so your characters’ voices feel true to their period.
  • Periodicals and Publications: A curated list of key publications from various eras, giving you insight into what influenced society at the time.

Master Your Book Marketing

After crafting your story, the next step is bringing it to readers. The Publishing and Marketing section, paired with the Resources for Authors, equips you with everything you need to successfully promote and publish your work. From step-by-step marketing strategies to curated tools for self-publishing, you’ll have the guidance to navigate the industry with confidence. These resources ensure that every aspect of your journey—from writing to launching—is supported.

Easy-to-Use Writing Cheat Sheets!

As a writer, nothing should slow you down. Whether you’re building complex characters, shaping intricate plotlines, or crafting authentic dialogue, our In Character: The Ultimate Writer’s Toolkit Cheat Sheets have you covered.

These compact, accessible guides offer quick insights that you can apply instantly to any project, saving you time while boosting your creativity. Tailored for both seasoned authors and those just starting out, this collection streamlines the most essential elements of storytelling so that you can focus on what matters—bringing your story to life.

Character Development
Cheat Sheets:

 Easily create multi-dimensional characters with tips on personality traits, archetypes, motivations, and growth. These tools ensure that your characters come alive on the page.

Plot Structure
Cheat Sheets:

From the classic three-act structure to pacing, tension-building, and plot twists, these guides will help you shape compelling narratives that keep readers hooked..

Genre-Specific
Cheat Sheets:

Writing a romance, thriller, or fantasy? We’ve distilled the essentials for each genre, offering you quick advice on conventions, tropes, and world-building that resonate with readers.

Dialogue
Cheat Sheets:

Avoid common pitfalls and craft engaging, natural-sounding conversations with our dialogue tips. Learn how to incorporate subtext, use body language, and keep your dialogue sharp and meaningful.

World-Building and Setting
Cheat Sheets:

Create vivid, immersive settings that transport readers. Our guides help you incorporate sensory details, establish the atmosphere, and maintain consistency across your world.

Conflict
 Cheat Sheets:

Master the heart of storytelling—conflict. From internal struggles to external battles, our cheat sheets provide you with the tools to write tension-driven scenes that push your characters and plot forward.

Editing and Revision 
Cheat Sheets:

 Polish your manuscript with ease. Our self-editing tips and common grammar/style guides will help you tighten your prose and prepare your work for professional editing.

Write more, research less.

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This is a Downloadable Product and no physical items will be shipped.

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  • You will receive all guides in pdf format. You can view digitally or print them out and put them into binders. I have included both Covers and Spines for your three ring binders if you choose to compile your binders. Print them all out at once or only what you are working with. 

  • Print the worksheets out as you need them for as many books as you need for your own personal use. Need to reprint any part for your own use? That's completely fine. You are just not allowed to share with others. 

Illustration is of My Binders for illustration purposes - Binders NOT INCLUDED. Toolkit is DOWNLOAD ONLY. You can print out and create your own binders if you'd like to.

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BONUS 1:
The Guides in both PDFs and Flipbooks!

BONUS 2: PDF copy of Godey’s Lady’s Book April 1854 &
The American Frugal Housewife 1832

(Sample Flipbook Below)

  • You will receive all guides in pdf format. You can view digitally or print them out and put them into binders. I have included both Covers and Spines for your three ring binders if you choose to compile your binders. Print them all out at once or only what you are working with. 
  • Print the worksheets out as you need them for as many books as you need for your own personal use. Need to reprint any part for your own use? That's completely fine. You are just not allowed to share with others. 

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FAQ

What payment do you accept?

We are using Teachers Pay Teachers so you should be able to pay with most major credit cards or Paypal.

Do you give refunds accept returns?

Unfortunately due to the digital nature of our Toolkit we are unable to offer returns or refunds.

How will my toolkit be delivered?

You will receive a "Get Started Guide" Inside the guide we help orient you to the toolkit and include the multiple pdf files that you can download. You will also receive links to the Flipbooks for each guide.

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