About two decades ago I attended a writing class where the teacher said the main character needs to be larger than life but also relatable. Since then, I’ve read numerous books on writing and they all say something similar. Main characters are the center of the narrative because essentially, the story wouldn’t happen without them.Continue reading “The Human Approach: Connecting the Reader with the Main Character”
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Creating Believable Character Trouble and Redemption
It is said that the author’s job is to make trouble for their characters. And then the character must find their way out of the mess to become the hero. It is also said that the reader must care about the character. So now the author has a delicate balance. The author wants to makeContinue reading “Creating Believable Character Trouble and Redemption”
Fairy Tale Retellings: Preserving Tradition While Adding Uniqueness
Imitation is the highest form of flattery. -Oscar Wild Do you agree or disagree? This quote is often used to justify copying. Perhaps someone says it as a form of comfort. Or perhaps it is said it to explain motives. It’s a popular expression and to a certain extent very true. When studying drama inContinue reading “Fairy Tale Retellings: Preserving Tradition While Adding Uniqueness”
Mastering Narrative Payoff: Balancing Revelation and Surprise
Have you ever considered the work that goes into creating a tapestry, a hand woven rug, or blanket? I enjoy crochet, but that’s nothing to the intricate weaving of fine threads into beautiful patterns that grace our walls, floors, or even ourselves. The finely crafted pieces is made of uncountable threads twisted and folded together.Continue reading “Mastering Narrative Payoff: Balancing Revelation and Surprise”
Fairy Tale Re-Tellings
For the longest time, I avoided fairy tale re-tellings. Even when an author I like came out with a fairy tale re-telling, it would take a long time before I’d finally read it. And when I read the book, I read it mostly because of the author. Do I still feel this way? Truthfully? YesContinue reading “Fairy Tale Re-Tellings”
October News!
Welcome Community! Personal Anecdotes:Welcome to October! The weather the last few days has been very nice and perfect for getting out for some fall yard clean-up and walks. I confess I haven’t done much on the yard clean-up (yet), but I’ve been loving the nature walks. Do you enjoy fall weather? What’s your favorite part? I thinkContinue reading “October News!”
April News!
Welcome! Adventure Seekers Personal Anecdotes:Well March was interesting! It was bitterly cold since the ground hog (February second) predicted six additional weeks of winter. And then the melting started. Remember the mounds of snow in my previous newsletter? It’s been a bit of a sloppy mess, but oh the warmer weather is so welcome. (Love watching theContinue reading “April News!”
Time Pockets: Where Creativity and Productivity Thrive
We all seem to be fighting the clock, passage of time and responsibilities. What is the dream inside you wish you had time for? In today’s blog, find out about how to use hidden pockets of time to increase your creativity and productivity.
Renovations Coming
Hi Everyone! Thanks for being a part of the blog and for taking the time to read and like different blogs. I have been actively posting 3 blogs per week for the past few months and it’s been great! I’ve experimented with a number of different topics and areas of interest, and your engagement inContinue reading “Renovations Coming”
Ebook Sale!!!
Check out these fantasy ebooks and start your reading adventure today! Book pricings are free to $2.99 through online stores like Amazon. The selection of ebooks was organized by an author through bookfunnel. There’s a wide variety consisting of: romance, sci-fi, fantasy, and YA. Simply click on a book cover that appeals to you, readContinue reading “Ebook Sale!!!”