Welcome to the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast. I'm K.M. Wyland, and I am here to take you

deep with story theory, writing techniques, and the incredible wisdom of story. I believe story is the

greatest power on this earth, and that as writers, we carry the torch of wielding that power with responsibility, passion,

and skill. There is no such thing as just a story. Today, it is my honor and my purpose to help

you write your best story, astound the world, and maybe change your life.

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And now welcome to this week's episode.

Your character's three choices, character goal examples for writers.

Most writers understand that strong character goals are essential to a compelling story.

But did you know that within every plot, three distinct types of goals shape every character's journey?

These are fundamental, primary, and secondary goals.

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