How to Write Stories Week Three

From Week Two of the How to Write Stories -and Get Them Published ecourse you should have an idea of what it is that drives fiction forward. Now you’re ready to learn how to use it to create a successful, attractive and powerful set of characters. This week, you’ll discover: • what the thing called a ‘character’ actually is, and the secrets of how to rapidly build a convincing one that attracts readers • what the archetypal characters are in any masterpiece of fiction and how they work together • how to create a protagonist who isn’t just a cipher or shallow copy of someone else’s character • the crucial role of the antagonist in a story and what all antagonists have in common (it’s quite a lot, as you will see!) During this week’s lesson, you’ll be asked to apply what you’ve learned to grow your own protagonist - and get feedback from me and any advice if needed.