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Characters & Viewpoint (Elements of Fiction Writing),New
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Vivid and memorable characters aren't born: they have to be madeThis book is a set of tools: literary crowbars, chisels, mallets, pliers and tongs. Use them to pry, chip, yank and sift good characters out of the place where they live in your imagination.Awardwinning author Orson Scott Card explains in depth the techniques of inventing, developing and presenting characters, plus handling viewpoint in novels and short stories. With specific examples, he spells out your narrative optionsthe choices you'll make in creating fictional people so 'real' that readers will feel they know them like members of their own families.You'll learn how to: Draw characters from a variety of sources Make characters show who they are by the things they do and say, and by their individual 'style' Develop characters readers will loveor love to hate Distinguish among major characters, minor characters and walkons, and develop each appropriately Choose the most effective viewpoint to reveal the characters and move the storytelling Decide how deeply you should explore your characters' thoughts, emotions, and attitudes
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Characters & Viewpoint' by Orson Scott Card? A: The book focuses on the techniques of creating vivid and memorable characters, as well as handling viewpoint in fiction writing.
- Q: How many pages does 'Characters & Viewpoint' have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 1988.
- Q: Is 'Characters & Viewpoint' suitable for beginners in writing? A: Yes, the book provides tools and techniques that are beneficial for both novice and experienced writers.
- Q: What edition of 'Characters & Viewpoint' is available? A: This is the Second Edition of the book.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Characters & Viewpoint'? A: The author is Orson Scott Card, an award-winning writer.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can I learn about character development from this book? A: Yes, the book covers how to develop characters that readers will connect with, including major and minor characters.
- Q: Does 'Characters & Viewpoint' address different viewpoints in storytelling? A: Yes, it discusses various narrative options and how to choose the most effective viewpoint for storytelling.
- Q: What genre does 'Characters & Viewpoint' belong to? A: The book is categorized under Anthologies.