Rape as Drama, Because Nothing Else Counts
Those who know me realize that, in my fiction, I have a fascination with rape. I’ve spent the longest time picking apart my reasons, and have discerned that Rape as Drama’s appeal can be traced back to the validation it provides a character.
Read more . . .Hollywood Formula Reference Guide
Recently on the ever-wonderful Writing Excuses podcast, Lou Anders guest-starred to talk about the Hollywood Formula (which he, in turn, learned from Dan Decker). However twisted and secretive its origins, this formula is out of the bag now, so let’s dive into my notes and take a look.
Read more . . .Comedy Ethics: In Defense of Joe and Buzz
I hate sitcoms, especially those that stereotype men as bumbling fools. But I love Joe and Buzz, despite it being based on this tired gag.
Read more . . .I Need An Outline
This has got me thinking about outline formats. For this project, once I realized the weakness in my approach, I created a Google Spreadsheet and mapped out the upcoming events. I have a lot of brainstorming to go, but it provides that essential structure.
I’ve experimented with writing apps that offer character profiles and detailed plot structuring, but they always seemed to be too much work. Granted, messing with outlines at all must appear tedious to those used to freewriting, but just because I like structure doesn’t mean I want to obsess with details.
Read more . . .The Reason I’ve Posted Only Two Articles This Year
I’ve gone and let life get in the way. Every single blogger does this (well, Leo Babouta is pretty good about it), and I’ve never been an exception. So here’s an update, keeping in mind I’m still half-asleep.
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