Author Archives: Sarah

About Sarah

Now residing in Las Vegas, I was born in Michigan and moved to Texas when 16. After getting my Masters degree in English, I moved to Hollywood, because of the high demand for Medievalists (NOT!). As a freelance writer and editor, I found Nevada offers better conditions for the wallet. I love writing all sorts of things, and occasionally also create some artwork.

Mythopoesis: Heroes & Heroines

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Sarah

Down the ages there have been two important Types of characters in storytelling: heroes and heroines. The Hero was the character the storyline followed, relating his trials and victories. The Heroine was the character the Hero loved, won, and came … Continue reading →

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Rick Castle – Trickster or Shapeshifter?

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Sarah

When we encounter a comedic character in stories, we often quickly categorize them as belonging to the Trickster archetype.  After all, most sidekicks are Tricksters, providing the comic relief, often serving to deflate the ego of the main character (think … Continue reading →

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Mythopoesis: Style

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Sarah

“Style” is a slippery word when one comes to consider writing of any sort. Yet it seems to become a fighting word when one turns to fantasy. It is deeply felt by many writers and readers of fantasy that “Style” … Continue reading →

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Fiction Within Fiction Within Fiction

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Sarah

(Originally posted on LiveJournal) A confluence of events have put the matter of fiction within fiction on my mind this last weekend. My friend, James A. Owen (Coppervale on LiveJournal) posted a set of pictures of his illustrations for volumes … Continue reading →

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Beyond the Avatar

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Sarah

Although there are many things I could critique about James Cameron’s blockbuster film Avatar, I’ll limit myself to a discussion of his principal character, Jake Sully. Although there is an archetype known as the Wounded Healer, I think it would … Continue reading →

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