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Everyone is on a Journey
A lot has been written about the Hero’s Journey. Even I have tossed in my two cents worth on the matter. It can be very, very hand for any writer to know the shape of the Hero’s Journey. But many … Continue reading
Posted in Writing tips
Tagged Act Zero, Anti-Hero, B Story, Blake Snyder, Grail Quests, Hero's Journey, Love Interest, Scribbler's Guide, Sidekick, Villain
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Before Going “Up”
It’s one of those rules you learn in screenwriting courses: don’t front-load your tale with your Hero’s backstory. Sure, you the author need to know it, but don’t explain it all up front. Get on with your story, and explain … Continue reading
Posted in Motifs at work
Tagged Act Zero, Blake Snyder, Call to Adventure, Hero's Journey, Opponent, Ordinary World, Refusal of Call
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