A Writer's Guide to Characterization: Archetypes, Heroic Journeys, and Other Elements of Dynamic Character...

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Victoria Lynn Schmidt, Ph.D

A Writer's Guide to Characterization

Archetypes, Heroic Journeys, and Other Elements of Dynamic Character Development

Victoria Lynn Schmidt, Ph.D

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Writers Digest
27 August 2012

Language: reference & general; Creative writing & creative writing guides

Develop compelling character arcs using the power of myth!

In the best novels, characters undergo dramatic changes that keep readers turning pages. A Writer's Guide to Characterization shows you how to develop such meaningful character arcs in your own work--stories of transformation that will resonate with readers long after the story ends.

In this comprehensive guide, author Victoria Lynn Schmidt examines cross-cultural archetypes to illustrate how they can make your work more powerful and compelling. Plus, you'll learn how to draw from Jungian psychology to add complexity and believability to your characters.

Schmidt also provides-

.40 lessons on character development (with examples from well-known films and novels) that you can apply to your own work .

Questionnaires and exercises to help you select male and female archetypes and adapt them to your story .15 classic animal archetypes (including the coyote, snake, tiger, and butterfly) you can use to build convincing character profiles

With A Writer's Guide to Characterization, you'll have the information you need to infuse the development of your characters with drama and authenticity.

By: Victoria Lynn Schmidt Ph.D
Imprint: Writers Digest
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 214mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 268g
ISBN: 9781599635576
ISBN 10: 1599635577
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 27 August 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Victoria Schmidt is an author, instructor, and holistically-minded explorer of psychology, sprituality, and creativity. Her books combine her unique interests in ways that allow her readers to think differently about the subjects she presents while offering readers practical tools to explore further on their own.