Writing Archetypal Character Arcs: The Hero's Journey and Beyond (Helping Writers Become Authors)
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Book Synopsis: The Six Transformational Character Arcs of the Human Life
Ready to take your story's character arcs and themes to the next level? This latest book from veteran writing teacher and story theorist K.M. Weiland ventures far beyond the popular and pervasive Hero's Journey to explore six important archetypal character arcs, representing key moments of initiation in the human experience:
- The Maiden
- The Hero
- The Queen
- The King
- The Crone
- The Mage
Found in every genre from fantasy to drama to romance to adventure, these transformational stories are the secret of powerhouse fiction—as shown through a wide variety of real-story examples throughout the book.
Writing Archetypal Character Arcs will teach you:
- The archetypal beats for each of the six journeys
- Which archetypes are right for your particular story
- The best way to use archetypes in a series
- How to choose the right archetypes for supporting characters
- How to use archetypes to identify your story's theme
You will also learn how to deepen your stories by implementing shadow archetypes (the negative sides of each positive archetype), resting or “flat” archetypes (the fixed stage between each of the main arcs), and archetypal antagonists (the epic antagonistic forces that oppose each of the positive archetypes in their journeys). The Hero's Journey is just the beginning. Learning about archetypal character arcs will change the way you view stories—and life—forever.
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Are you ready to elevate your storytelling to new heights? Look no further than "Writing Archetypal Character Arcs: The Hero's Journey and Beyond" by renowned writing teacher, K.M. Weiland. This revolutionary book takes you beyond the traditional Hero's Journey and delves into the depths of six transformative character arcs that reflect the pivotal moments of the human experience. From the Maiden to the Mage, these archetypes can be found in every genre, helping you craft powerful and unforgettable fiction.
What makes this book truly exceptional is its comprehensive exploration of how to utilize archetypes in your writing. Discover the archetypal beats for each journey, allowing you to infuse your characters with the depth and complexity they deserve. By understanding which archetypes are suitable for your story, you'll be able to create a cast of characters that resonate with readers on a profound level.
But that's not all - K.M. Weiland also reveals the secrets of using archetypes in a series, enabling you to craft multi-dimensional storylines that keep readers engaged across multiple books. Learn how to carefully select archetypes for supporting characters and how to utilize them to uncover your story's underlying theme. With the inclusion of shadow archetypes and archetypal antagonists, your characters will face genuine conflict and drive the narrative forward.
"Writing Archetypal Character Arcs" is the ultimate guide to crafting stories that readers will never forget. Transform the way you approach storytelling and gain invaluable tools to create fiction that resonates with audiences from all walks of life. Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity - get your copy today.
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