45 Master Characters, Revised Edition Mythic Models for Creating Original Characters
45 Master Characters, Revised Edition by Victoria Lynn Schmidt, published by Penguin on January 12, 2012, is a comprehensive guide designed to assist writers in creating original and memorable characters. This 288-page book delves into common male and female archetypes, offering insights into the mythic and cross-cultural models that serve as the foundation for character development. Readers will find a structured approach to exploring a variety of character profiles, including heroes, villains, and supporting roles, aimed at enhancing the complexity and originality of their narratives.
The book presents a detailed examination of archetypes and their mythic journeys, providing a framework for understanding character arcs and their progression within stories. With examples drawn from literature, television, and film, 45 Master Characters illustrates the effectiveness of these archetypes, showcasing figures such as “Gladiators” and “Amazons.” This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in writing, composition, and the publishing industry, offering practical tools to help writers craft characters that resonate with readers and endure through time.
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Create unforgettable characters your readers will love!
Want to make your characters and their stories more compelling, complex, and original than ever before? 45 Master Characters is here to help you explore the most common male and female archetypes–the mythic, cross-cultural models from which all characters originate.
• Explore a wide variety of character profiles including heroes, villains, and supporting characters.
• Learn how to use archetypes as foundations for your own unique characters
• Examine the mythic journeys of heroes and heroines–the progression of events upon which each archetype’s character arc develops–and learn how to use them to enhance your story.
Complete with examples culled from literature, television, and film, 45 Master Characters illustrates just how memorable and effective these archetypes can be–from “Gladiators” and “Kings” like Rocky Balboa and Captain Ahab to “Amazons” and “Maidens” like Wonder Woman and Guinevere. Great heroes and villains are necessary to bring any story to life; let this guide help you create characters that stand the test of time.
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