Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
The Main Character
A course by Grant Faulkner , Writer, Publisher, and Editor
About the video: The Main Character
Overview
“ In this lesson, you'll learn to develop the main character. This is the starting point to start writing your novel.”
In this video lesson Grant Faulkner addresses the topic: The Main Character, which is part of the Domestika online course: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life. Create a detailed plan for turning your book idea into a reality, from developing characters and a plot, to seeking inspiration for the writing process .
Partial transcription of the video
“And this last time we're going to work on your main character. We're actually going to just explore your main character, have fun with your main character. So don't think of this as work. There's an old maxim in writing, character equals action. And that's true for most novels, maybe all novels. You know, what it means is that your character's desire or yearning or need, whether it's love or survival, riches or revolution, and the obstacle your character faces will determine the plot, you know, the narrative trajectory, and even the mood of your novel. So we're going to go deeper into your ...”
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Course summary for: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
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Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing
Grant Faulkner
A course by Grant Faulkner
Grant Faulkner is a renowned writer, publisher, and editor with a lifelong dedication to the art of storytelling. As a seasoned author of fiction and non-fiction books, he has honed his writing skills across various genres, capturing the hearts of readers around the world. Grant's passion for the written word extends beyond his personal works. He is the Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month, the largest writing event globally, and the Executive Producer of America's Next Great Author.
With an extensive background in publishing and editing, Grant has made significant contributions to the literary world. As the founder of 100 Word Story, he has provided a platform for talented writers to showcase their work and has curated award-winning collections of stories. As a writing coach and host of the Write-minded podcast, Grant has guided countless individuals in realizing their creative potential.
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