But not every character should necessarily change. This runs contrary to the prevailing wisdom in modern storytelling. From screenwriting gurus to studio executives, a successful screenplay is thought to be one in which the principal characters in a story undergo significant change. But is that really true? Must every character grow in such a way that they see the world through different eyes? Partly yes, and partly no.
Entries from June 2008
Every Character Should Have an Arc
June 16th, 2008 · 2 Comments
Filed under: Story Structure
The Importance of Imagination
June 10th, 2008 · 1 Comment
J.K. Rowling, in her recent Harvard commencement address, details what she considers to be the true power of imagination when it comes to storytelling.
Filed under: Writing
