Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Day 126!

Happy Tuesday!

This week we will be focusing on how to create Standout Characters!

Today, you will each be reading a section from chapter 5 of Writing 21st Century Fiction: High Impact Techniques for Exceptional Storytelling.

By the end of our discussions this week, you will be able to answer:

  • What makes a character relatable?
  • How do you keep people interested in your character?
  • What is an antagonist?
  • What makes a good antagonist?
  • What makes a secondary character appealing?
  • What makes a character universal?
  • How do you make characters seem warm and alive?
You will be reading the same selection as 2 other people. As you read, do the following:

  • Highlight the important points
  • Put a question mark by things that confuse you
  • Underline tips for good creative writing.