Bibliograph

The secrets of character, writing a hero anyone will love, Matt Bird

Type

Label

The secrets of character, writing a hero anyone will love, Matt Bird

Language

eng

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The secrets of character

Oclc number

1310788769

Responsibility statement

Matt Bird

Sub title

writing a hero anyone will love

Summary

"The hardest yet most essential element of writing great fiction is character - specifically, creating a central hero who is relatable, compelling, and worth the reader's precious time. In this entertaining and practical guide, popular blogger, writing coach and screenwriter Matt Bird breaks down what makes characters embraceable and unforgettable, and presents insider tips and tricks for writers of all levels and genres. Generously packed with examples from popular books and movies analyzed with engaging specificity, this expert guide reveals what makes audiences believe, care, and invest in great characters - and how to bring your own characters vividly to life"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Part I. Believe, care, invest -- 1. Bashing your head against the gates -- 2. How can you make your readers believe in the reality of your characters? -- 3. Can you make your reader care about your hero's circumstances? -- 4. Will we invest our hopes and dreams in this hero? -- Part II. Putting it all together -- Conclusion: where do you find believe, care, and invest moments? -- Afterword: now you just have to write the remaining 95% of the story

Target audience

adult

Classification