THE BIG BOLD LIST OF 55 ARCHETYPES

THE BIG BOLD LIST OF 55 ARCHETYPES Utilizing archetypes as grounding for character creation is a priceless and effective (not to mention time-honored) writing tool. “Using archetypes as a basis for your characters can give them the appearance of weight very quickly, because each type expresses a fundamental pattern that the audience recognizes, and this […]

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Query THIS!

Query This! by, Lindsey Salatka I did it! I wrote a book. See that item on the top of my list of life goals? Now see me slap a fat check mark next to it. Yippee! Next stop, publishing! Oh, if it were only that easy. I always figured I would self-publish. My life goal […]

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3 Dynamic Tools for Writers — By Zsuzsi Balazs

ZSUZSI’S TOP 3 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DECEMBER: ONE:  THE ANATOMY OF STORY BY JOHN TRUBY   http://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Story-Becoming-Master-Storyteller-ebook/dp/B0052Z3M8A/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1450051670&sr=8-1 This book came out in October 2008 and has changed many writers’ approach to the craft.  Including mine. Technically, he doesn’t talk about anything new– there are still Characters, Plot, and Theme to think about when it comes to […]

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Kenny Loggins is NOT Jesus

  I learned a lot while in Sedona this summer. I met with a Native American story teller, a wise shaman, a powerful energy healer and I encountered a racist Jeep-tour guide. I also learned that Kenny Loggins is not Jesus (and vice versa). Apparently there is some protocol to adhere to when you meet […]

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