Podcasts about character driven

On this week's episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Desiree Falcon to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Desiree has been a part of the beauty industry for over ten years.  As a Southern California Native, she has worked on various projects across the world, from Los Angeles to New York and Mumbai.  Her freelance career has taken her through all aspects of makeup, from film, television, runway, red carpet, theater, special occasions, and events. As a licensed esthetician in the state of California, she understands the importance of skin health and only uses the best products to create looks that make her client's inner beauty shine through.  With a passion and dedication to her art, Desiree's creativity and versatility are always the pinnacle starting point for any application. Her personal goal is to make every client she encounters look and feel their absolute best; by accentuating the natural beauty in all, she creates true beauty in art. Most recently, Desiree was the Makeup Department Head on the film THELMA, which premiered in theatres on June 21st.  Enjoy this episode!! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. info@friendsinbeauty.com GET BOOKKEEPING & ACCOUNTING SERVICES - Tell Them Friends in Beauty Sent You https://kickstartaccountinginc.com TRAVEL SURVEY - TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS IN BEAUTY https://bit.ly/FIBTravelSurvey ENROLLMENT OPEN - TRAILBLAZERS CLUB MEMBERSHIP https://bit.ly/FIBTrailblazersClub ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST https://www.friendsinbeauty.com/advertise LEARN HOW TO RECORD + EDIT A PODCAST IN 7 DAYS OR LESS:  https://bit.ly/DIYPodcasterCourse FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Additional Resources: MUST HAVE BEAUTY, PODCASTING, CONTENT CREATION TOOLS, AND BOOKS https://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinson LEARN A NEW SKILL Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: https://skl.sh/30t352q SAVE 10% ON MENTED COSMETICS (I'M SHADE D10) Shop Mented Cosmetics - https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/?rfsn=1290937.f2481 Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase  Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: https://www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Desiree Falcon (Instagram) - https://www.instagram.com/desireefalconmakeup Desiree Falcon (Website) - https://www.desireefalcon.com Friends in Beauty (Instagram) - https://www.instagram.com/friendsinbeauty Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://bit.ly/FIBTube Akua Robinson (Instagram) - https://www.instagram.com/akuarobinson Akua Robinson (Website) - https://www.akuarobinson.com NOTE: I am a Brand Ambassador and affiliate for certain businesses, products and services that I believe in. I may have referenced these and included links in this video, description or someplace else at this site. I hope you find the resources helpful. Copyright, Liability Waiver and Disclaimers. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, except as permitted under the United States Copyright Act, and/or without the prior express written permission of Friends in Beauty, LLC, Akua Robinson Artistry, LLC and/or Akua Robinson. Limit of Liability/Disclaimer of Warranty: While all persons associated directly or indirectly with this site and video use their best efforts in preparing the content, there is no express or implied representations or warranty with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the content of the videos, including any content, links or resources shared, including those by third parties. Furthermore, all parties specifically disclaim any and all express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Today we hear from Sarah Tomlinson whose novel, The Last Days of the Midnight Ramblers, was released in February. Sarah and I will be talking about red herrings and how to make them work in a character-driven novel rather than letting them be a mere plot contrivance. Watch a recording of our live webinar here. The audio/video version is available for one week. Missed it? Check out the podcast version above or on your favorite podcast platform.To find Tomlinson's debut and many books by our authors, visit our Bookshop page. Looking for a writing community? Join our Facebook page.Sarah Tomlinson, a former music journalist, has been a ghostwriter since 2008, penning more than 20 books, including five New York Times bestsellers. In 2015, she published the father-daughter memoir, Good Girl (Gallery Books). She wrote The Last Days of the Midnight Ramblers, her first novel, in-between assignments for a who's who of celebrity clients. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 7amnovelist.substack.com

Our guest is the Commandant of Midshipman, Col James Mcdonough, USMC. We discuss how the principles of character and resilience influenced the evolution of his leadership style, from Midshipman to Marine Colonel. We go on to talk about the changing landscape of technology in modern warfare, the evolving role of women in leadership positions, and the increasing emphasis on mental health at the Academy and in the military. We conclude with some final words from Col Mcdonough, looking towards the future, and how he envisions what his legacy will be at the Naval Academy.Colonel “J.P.” McDonough is the 89th Commandant of Midshipmen at the US Naval Academy. He is a career artillery officer and has held operational assignments in every level of command including Commander, 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division. He has numerous deployments under his belt in the War on Terror as commanding officer of artillery units, and embedded training with the Afghan National Army. Besides Staff and Joint tours, he served as a modeling and simulation analyst for multiple simulation programs at the USMC Training and Education Command.Colonel McDonough graduated from the Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering in 1994. He earned a master's degree in virtual environments, modeling and simulation from the Naval Postgraduate School, and graduated with distinction from the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy at National Defense University.

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Description: Dr. Evelyn Farkas, Executive Director of the McCain Institute, discusses with John Shaw her career, the McCain Institute's commitment to advancing character-driven leadership around the world, and the national security challenges facing the United States.

What do you do when your novel or memoir doesn't follow the typical plot structure? What if there's no crime to be solved, tsunami to survive, or evil wizard to slay? What if your character's only story problem is an internal one?In this episode we'll explore  4 thresholds your character will walk through at key points throughout your 3 acts.  So you can plot your character-driven  story, and keep readers invested every step of the way.  Episode Web Page With Show NotesWant to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. It's totally free to join.

Character-driven stories--which delve deeply into the hero's change and growth--can be moving and unforgettable for readers but there are traps that we can fall into when writing them.   Here they are, and how to avoid them.  Also, Kurt Vonnegut's technique of making a character want something right away.  And how Joyce Carol Oates works.   Also, the enduring appeal of Anne of Green Gables.Support the show

Salve, salve, nobres confrades. Mais um minipod no ar já em clima natalino! No programa de hoje, aprenda a desenvolver uma boa história de vingança; entenda a diferença entre uma obra guiada pela narrativa (plot-driven) e uma orientada pelos personagens (character-driven); saiba o momento certo de encerrar as edições de seu texto, de modo a não comprometer a ideia original; e conheça a função tanto do prólogo quanto do epílogo em um romance. 

In the heart of every captivating story lies a cast of characters who breathe life into the narrative. To bring them to life, however, it's essential to understand them not only within the pages but also beyond them. An author has to really dive deep into their backgrounds, motivations, and what really makes them tick. To help guide us through the art of crafting compelling characters, we're joined by Lynne Golodner, a seasoned author, writing coach, and marketing entrepreneur. As Lynne explains, characters are all around us, from family and friends to the strangers we encounter daily. There's no excuse for recycling the same character types in your stories repeatedly. Embracing interesting and distinctive characters paves the way for fresh writing and captivated readers, provided you possess a profound understanding of their motivations and a commitment to preserving their authenticity. The importance of mastering this skill cannot be overstated because well-crafted characters wield a profound influence not only in fiction but also in non-fiction writing.   Lynne Golodner https://lynnegolodner.com/ Hidden Gems Need our help publishing or marketing your book?  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/author-services/ All episode details and links:  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast

USA Today best selling author Trixie Silvertale joins Brook and Sarah to discuss what makes a mystery character driven and why mystery fans tend to prefer mysteries that focus on character. The conversation does include spoilers for Glass Onion (2022).DiscussedLillian Jackson BraunAgatha ChristieThe Glass Onion (2022) NetflixFor more informationInstagram: @cluedinmysteryContact us: hello@cluedinmystery.comMusic: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.comSign up for our newsletter: https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-cartel/Join the Clued in Cartel: https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/Find Trixie SilvertaleWebsite: https://trixiesilvertale.com/Instagram: @trixiesilvertaleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrixieSilvertale/Patreon: https://patreon.com/TrixieSilvertaleCozyMysteryBooksAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/trixiesilvertaleBookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/trixie-silvertaleTranscript

Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks with screenwriter Scott Myers about his book THE PROTAGONISTS JOURNEY: An Introduction To Character-Driven Screenwriting and Storytelling and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life"THE APARTMENT (1960) LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE (2006)UP (2009)PROTAGONISTS JOURNEY: An Introduction To Character-Driven Screenwriting and Storytelling is out now https://www.amazon.co.uk/Protagonists-Journey-Introduction-Character-Driven-Screenwriting/dp/3030796817  "3 FILMS THAT HAVE IMPACTED EVERYTHING IN YOUR ADULT LIFE" is a podcast by screenwriter Stuart Wright that explores the transformative power of cinema. From emotional masterpieces to thought-provoking classics, each episode delves into the films that have had a profound impact on our personal growth and perspective. Through engaging storytelling, critical analysis, and cultural commentary, Stuart aims to uncover the lasting influence that movies have had on his guests. Please join him on an emotional journey through the world of film and discover how just three movies can change the direction of a life, cement memories you will never forget or sometimes change how you see the world."CreditsIntro/Outro music is Rocking The Stew by Tokyo Dragons (www.instagram.com/slomaxster/)Podcast for www.britflicks.com https://www.britflicks.com/britflicks-podcast/Written, produced and hosted by Stuart WrightSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/britflicks-com-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ami Irmen's favorite storyteller was her grandfather, who set her on the path to becoming an educator and a writer. Her first traditionally-published novel is coming soon from Scarsdale Publishing, while she self-published another novel, Wherever Would I Be. Her short stories and poems have appeared in Sinister Wisdom, The Copperfield Review, and Glass: A Journal of Poetry. Ami teaches writing at Kishwaukee College.   In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Ami Irmen about her creative process, how to turn an idea into a book, which publishing route to take and how to fund a book on Kickstarter.    In this episode, Lynne and Ami discuss:  Teaching writing at the university level The writing process Finding a publisher without an agent Finding time to write when you work another job Jane Adeny Memorial School for Girls in Kenya Traditional publishing vs. self-publishing Finding a cover designer The teachers who inspire us to write Finding community with other writers Period Poverty Why having a good editor is so important   Links and Resources:  Peaker Writers My Peak Challenge University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Friends of JAMS  Northern Illinois University Artist Pascal Campion  Revise & Resub University of Detroit-Mercy Outlander by Diana Gabaldon Find Ami Irmen: Website Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Blog     If you enjoyed this episode, you'll like these other Make Meaning Podcast episodes: Episode 145- CL Walters -  Young Adult & New Adult Fiction from Hawai'i Episode 142 – Announcing Scotia Road Books Episode 136 - Tammy Pasterick - Writing & Publishing Your Way Episode 113 – Ramona Pintea – How to Make Art a Path for Serving Others Episode 107 – The Hon. Jan Tinetti – How to Eliminate Period Poverty

Welcome to my new podcast! This used to be Write What You Want To Read Draw What You Want to See but now I've come back with a new style and look! As creative as at my peak and ready to bounce into action I'm ready to talk just about every day about my writing process and experiences.

Join us on this captivating episode of the eReads Podcast as we delve into the fascinating world of character-driven writing with renowned author, Jack LaFountain. In this insightful conversation, Jack shares his strategies for harnessing the power of characters to propel stories forward. Discover how he utilizes his characters' depth and complexities to overcome writer's block, and gain valuable tips to enhance your own writing process. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a seasoned wordsmith, this episode is brimming with inspiration and practical advice to take your storytelling to new heights. Don't miss out!Connect with Jack LaFountainFacebook @authorjacklafountainWebsite www.jacklafountainauthor.comAmazon Author Jack LaFountainBooksBook TitlesAll books available at houseofhonorbooks.comEd Landry series Bayou Moon, Blood Moon, Voodoo Moon, Lover's MoonMann of God series Redemption, Judgment, ZionRed River series Death Rides the Red River, Death Haunts the Red RiverShort Story collections Tracks, Tokens of Perdition, Krampusnacht, and Dead Man's HandNon-fiction Experimental ChristianityConnect with Liz Email: LizBullardWrites@gmail.com Socials : https://sleek.bio/lizbullardwritesBooks Snow FallProphecy Trilogy: New Moon Twisted Romance

I interviewed Perennials director Zoe Roellin at Venice Immersive 2023. See more context in the rough transcript below. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

In this episode of the eReads podcast, join me, Liz, as I have the pleasure of sitting down with Rachel Corsini. Rachel takes us on a fascinating journey through her own experience as an author, sharing valuable insights into the art of crafting characters that will capture the hearts of readers. Whether you're a fan of character-driven novels or looking to enhance your own character creation skills, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we dive deep into the world of storytelling and discover the magic behind creating characters that everyone will know and love. Don't miss out on this exciting conversation!Prompt Dance Your Heart OutNom NomOffer Link: zen.ai/H-pAzZ2HHFBQMp_-Qjo5FAOffer Code: ereadsFind Rachel CorsiniTwitter: @madameraeraeTiktok: @madameraeraeInstagram: @madameraeraeBooksSushi and Sea LionsMore From Lizhttps://sleek.bio/lizbullardwrites

In this episode of Building the Future, Dan is joined by Dr. Evelyn Farkas, the Executive Director of the McCain Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on democracy, human rights, and character-driven leadership. Evelyn shares insights from her government career, including as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia under the Obama administration, and discusses her work on the conflict in Ukraine. 

My guest today is author Kelly Vincent - their recent published works include the novel "Ugly".  It tells the story of Nic Summers and her journey to find out who she is. Find out more about this book in today's episode, the book that Kirkus Review said was  would "resonate with young adults going on their own difficult journeys and should help them feel less alone". Also in today's episode we talk about Kelly's writing journey, how creating powerful character-driven stories helped them work through some of their own questions about identity, and then they share quite a few good writing tips. Plus the usual book recommendations! https://kellyvincent.net/ Find Kelly's books here: https://kellyvincent.net/books/ ____________There are 4 ways you can help support the channel!-Like and subscribe!-I'm now a bookshop.org affiliate - check out my shop and find your next great read! https://bookshop.org/shop/bookshelfodyssey  -Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bookshelfpod  - My Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PTGNQWISVZE/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_3 _____________Find Me Online: Podcast: https://bookshelfodyssey.buzzsprout.com/  Voxer: @artbookshelfodyssey  Discord: https://discord.gg/8MFceV2NFe    Facebook Group Page: @thebookshelfodyssey Twitter: @odyssey_podcastInstagram: @bookshelfodysseypodcast____________ There are 4 ways you can help support the channel! -Like and subscribe!-I'm now a bookshop.org affiliate - check out my shop and find your next great read! https://bookshop.org/shop/bookshelfodyssey -Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bookshelfpod - My Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PTGNQWISVZE/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_3 _____________ Find Me Online: Podcast: https://bookshelfodyssey.buzzsprout.com/ Voxer: @artbookshelfodyssey Discord: https://discord.gg/8MFceV2NFe Facebook Group Page: @thebookshelfodyssey Twitter: @odyssey_podcastInstagram: @bookshelfodysseypodcast

We've gotten to some hearty chapters in Anne Lamott's book Bird by Bird. First up is plot, which “grows out of characters.” We discuss what this means and if it's applicable to genre writing. Then we turn to dialog, and how you distill intent from the rambling conversation of what people say while maintaining their unique voice. Putting our writing chops to the test, Renee took a hilarious 3000 word monolog by the Afternoona Delightpodcast ladies and condensed it down to 600. Definitely worth a listen before you go hiking to the top of Mt Washington.Want to hear more of our exercise workshop? We post the bonus podcast, SnarkNotes, and detailed write up of the exercises on our Words to Write by Patreon account.*Support this podcast on Patreon*

Jailbirds is a really well-told, three-part episodic animated VR piece that uses the spatial affordances of VR to tell a compelling metaphoric story about the escapist qualities of virtual reality. It's a character-driven story set within a prison, and it explores themes of liberation in similar ways that virtually-mediated experiences in VR help transport us into another realm. The piece continues to evolve it's cinematic storytelling style that encourages a 180-degree viewing experience of looking forward as there are many dolly shots and fast-past cut scenes that start to penalize the view if you look behind you too much. The series has been produced over a number of years, and it's clear that this type of hyperstylized camera movements develop over the series as they received feedback from the audiences that they not only could handle the movement, but also quite enjoyed it. The end result is a delightful journey into this magical realistic realm of story that director Thomas Villepoux does an excellent job guiding. I had a chance to catch up with him at SXSW where he unpacks many dimensions of the story and it's development process (warning that this conversation contains a fair amount of spoilers), but also the process of working with voice actors who were also theatre performers and how they created a new hybrid workflow of embodied performance with voice acting that was used to create this style that has a unique blend of motion capture and performance capture, but with a distinct amount of stylization in the end result for how these 3-4 characters are able to carry the throughline of the story. Overall, this was the strongest immersive story in competition this year, and is a solid reference point that explores what a story like this is a lot more powerful when you're immersed within the spatial context of these characters. I previously had a chance to chat with Villepoux at Venice for a piece called Mandala that he directed, and I will certainly be keeping an eye out for his future projects as he's got a very distinct idea about how to use the affordances of virtual reality for immersive storytelling.

As Storytellers, there's a desire for "character-centric" plots. Often this involves bringing elements of a PC's backstory into play. This week, Sara & Rob explore another way to tackle making a plot that focuses on a character - by looking at the consequences of their actions! Listen to us live, every Wednesday night at 7pm EST, at http://www.mixlr.com/storyteller-conclave. Listen to us on your favorite device! Or Amazon Audible Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave) Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

Though Dana Stevens wrote one of 2022's buzziest and most exciting movies, The Woman King, she has decades of experience in both film and television. On today's show, we discuss how Dana got involved in The Woman King, how she approached the film's extraordinary action set pieces on the page, and what she learned while showrunning. JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/thescreenwritinglife --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescreenwritinglife/support

Ein Zug rast auf eine Kreuzung zu. Auf der einen Schiene ist 1 Person gefesselt. Auf der anderen sind 5 Personen gefesselt. Der Zug wird alles auf seinem Weg zerquetschen. Du sitzt am Hebel und musst entscheiden, in welche Richtung der Zug fährt. Was machst du? Ein grausames Gedankenspiel und eine Entscheidung, die man hoffentlich niemals selbst treffen muss. Aber, haah haah! Wenn man nicht selbst betroffen ist und sich das alles nur in einem Videospiel abspielt, ist es total unterhaltsam! (Ja, Menschen sind merkwürdig) In diesem Podcast geht es genau um solche Videospiele, die euch permanent vor solche Entscheidungen stellen. Wem helft ihr, wen lasst ihr links liegen, wen unterstützt ihr und wem gebt ihr Kontra? Character Driven Story Games wie von Telltale oder Quantic Dream, haben sich ein eigenes Genre geschaffen und genau darüber sprechen wir in dieser Folge! Viel Spaß, gez. Die Lage der Nerdtion

Welcome to the 12 Days of Christmas Episodes & Giveaways! Jessie and I have been working hard behind the scenes this year to make this happen. Today's episode is all about Plot Driven vs. Character Driven Stories. What they are, which ones we prefer, examples of each and some recommendations. Jessie's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ReadingWithJess Jessie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readingwithjess_/ Books Mentioned Falling by TJ Newman The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath Billy Summers by Stephen King For Your Own Good by Samantha Downing The Harry Potter series The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose Jar of Hearts by Jennifer Hillier The Roanoke Girls by Amy Engle The Night Swim by Megan Goldin - - - - - - - - - Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkbookishpodcast Email: talkbookishpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkbookishpodcast YouTube: https://bit.ly/3tx08dR YouTube (personal): https://www.youtube.com/user/BeautifulBooksbyGwen --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talk-bookish-to-me/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talk-bookish-to-me/support

Are you a character driven person or a person driven by emotion. Here's a good test.  >>>Colorado Springs athletes and parents...click on the link below to learn more about the 1st Group Mental Excellence Workshop for Holos Mental Excellence. If you are an athlete or parent of an athlete, you won't want to miss this event taking place in January. https://www.holos360.com/copy-of-team-consulting

Writer Unleashed is coming up on its 2-Year Anniversary!So in the spirit of celebration,  I'm giving you a 5-episode playlist to help you wherever you are in your writing process right now. Narrowing down the list to just five was not easy breezy. I sifted through nearly 100 episodes, and I poured everything I've got into creating each and every one of them for you. But I drilled down to the ones that tackle some of the most common challenges throwing writers off their game, and I'm excited to share them with you.If you've already listened to these in the past, go listen again. Because as you know, practicing your craft over and over is how you truly master writing. There are so many valuable tips and techniques that will help you dial in on everything from integrating character with plot, to crafting believable dialogue, to handling backstory, to crafting a stellar opening scene. So, if you missed any of these, listen to them now. Or listen again.  Episode 55: Is Your Story Plot Driven or Character Driven? Episode 78: Five Elements of a Riveting First SceneEpisode 50: How Much Backstory Does Your Reader Really Need to Know?Episode 52: The Number One Mistake Writers Make With DialogueEpisode 26:Writing About Someone You Know - Is Your Story Worth It?Structure your story with this FREE 3-Act Worksheet. Go beyond outlining and write a story that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. Grab your FREE Worksheet here.

We are certainly living in a new golden age of television – and even a golden age of character-driven dramas tinged by sci-fi elements. Prime Video has certainly started to dip their toe into these proverbial waters with shows like the brilliant “Outer Range” and now their latest series, “Night Sky.” The show follows Franklin and Irene York, played by the incomparable J.K. Simmons and Sissy Spacek, a couple who years ago discovered a chamber buried in their backyard which inexplicably leads to a strange, seemingly deserted planet. Writer/Creator Holden Miller and Writer/Executive Producer Daniel C. Connolly sit down on the Bingeworthy Podcast to discuss the series, which started as a passion project for Holden Miller. Remember to check out more stories, news, reviews, interviews, and more at ThePlaylist.net, subscribe to our newsletter, and check out more of our Playlist Podcast interviews here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplaylist/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplaylist/support

Despite the grim nature of a story about a pandemic that destroys civilization, Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel is full of subtle optimism and deep characters. It jumps between timelines and between characters, and builds mystery about how all these people are going to be connected. It tells a tense story about the dangers posed by other survivors in a post-apocalyptic world, while at the same time its characters try to hold on to art and music. It even manages to explore the narcissism created by celebrity in the 'present' timeline. The book was first published as sci-fi, but after the release of the TV show has been moved to the general fiction section in most book stores, so this also seemed like the right episode go deep on what exactly counts as sci-fi. As always, we also recommend and discuss some similar books if you are looking for more great books to read. This week we recommend Barrayar (or any book in the Vorkosigan Saga) by Lois McMaster Bujold, The Glass Hotel  by Emily St. John Mandel, any book by Mario Vargas Llosa, and The Road by Cormac McCarthy.If you'd prefer to watch the video version, you can watch it at this link.

A story makes one point. If your story is about everything, then it's about nothing. Understanding genre is a vital skill for writers because everything in a story flows from it; it's the key to telling a story in an entertaining and effective way. Can you boil your story down to one idea? Does your choice of genre help your story make its point?

Found a quick nugget to share with you from John Maxwell - a powerful comparison between Character and Emotions.   From his Daily Reader for today, April 20 - there was this great content I wanted to share with you for some valuable lessons.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on – especially my blog page where I am back to blogging now.

"I think it's really just grounding your reader in the story, making sure that they are right up front aware of who this character is or what they want and what their goal is, you want to make sure you're grounded in the character and even a little bit of the world, too, so you know where your character is coming from, and then obviously use that to make a reader laugh or cry or pull at their heartstrings.” – Tara Gilbert, Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency Abigail K. Perry sits down with Tara Gilbert to discuss the difference between Middle Grade and Young Adult novels and graphic novels, her love for character-driven stories with character arcs that touch a reader's emotions, her MSWL, and other invaluable publishing and writing insights. Tara also gives an inside scoop about the types of sub-genres she enjoys reading, examples from some of her favorite books and authors (which would be great comps for her!), and her special interest in books about groups of people. About Tara: Tara joined The Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency as an Associate Literary Agent in 2020. She has been a part of the publishing industry since 2017, previously working as an Associate Agent at Corvisiero Literary Agency and as an intern with Entangled Publishing. Tara spent over a decade learning the art of negotiation as a staffing professional in the aerospace industry before finding her passion as a literary agent. When Tara isn't reading manuscripts and working with her clients, she is usually caught wandering around Portland with her partner or loving on her fur-babies. Tara's MSWL: ​Middle-Grade (ages 9-13) Funny, heartfelt stories—best friends stories, family stories, and anything that will make me laugh and cry Books with a literary bent​ Young Adult (ages 14-19) Books with a literary bent to their prose unless it's romance or a funny contemporary Light-hearted comedy to really dark, gory stuff. Adult Fiction Dark speculative fiction with a literary bent is my favorite. Funny, heartfelt RomComs, and dramatic, emotional romances. Upmarket Fiction and some Literary Fiction, especially if they contain magical elements. Historicals, but would prefer to see historicals about and from underrepresented communities (LGBTQ+, POC, neurodiverse). Will consider fantasy and sci-fi, but need to be grounded Artists/Illustrators Visit Tara's Pinterest to get an idea of the types of illustrators she's looking for Non-Fiction YA and MG from diverse backgrounds Metaphysics, spirituality, witchcraft, crystals, tarot, etc. LGBTQIA+ topics Need a strong platform (social media/blog) Find us: Twitter: @abigailkperry @Literary_Tara Instagram: @abigailkperry @literary.tara Website: www.abigailkperry.com | www.taragilbert.com Books discussed in the episode: THE RAVEN'S CYCLE SIX OF CROWS THE SECRET OF THE RAVENS SUMMER SONS THE HOUSE IN THE CERULEAN SEA UNDER THE WHISPERING DOOR V. E. SCHWAB BOOKS TRULY DEVIOUS

New York Times bestselling author Chris Bohjalian joins us to discuss two of his riveting thrillers, The Red Lotus and Hour of the Witch. He's written more than 20 books, including the Midwives, The Sand Castle Girls, The Guest Room and The Flight Attendant. His global thriller The Red Lotus is set amidst the adrenaline-fueled world of the emergency room. Hour of the Witch is a twisting thriller about a young Puritan woman who plots her escape from a violent marriage. Our host Ann Bocock sits down with Chris Bohjalian to find out how a New York Times article and a bike ride around Vietnam became the impetus for his thriller, The Red Lotus. He explains his love for Vietnam and gushes over the ER doctors he got to interview for the book. Bohjalian also gives us a sneak peek into the plot for Hour of the Witch and reveals his obsession with Puritan theology. Now that The Flight Attendant has been adapted into an HBO Max Original, Bohjalian tells us how he feels about the series and talks about meeting actress Kaley Cuoco. He also shares some books he's read during the pandemic, from novels full of dread and foreboding to Jerry Seinfield's light-hearted memoir Is this Anything?. Get all the details on this week's episode of GO Between the Covers! Connect with Chris Bohjalian: Website: https://chrisbohjalian.com Twitter: @ChrisBojhalian And connect with us! https://www.southfloridapbs.org/gobtc/ Facebook: @BetweenTheCoversSouthFloridaPBS Twitter: @WPBT2, @WXELTV

Show us how you drive your game — is it story based or do the characters make it happen? Phil and Senda talk story driven vs. character driven games, and […]

Hi! Welcome to this episode of Authors in Focus Podcast. I'm James Reid, a fantasy author publishing as JMD Reid. This podcast is all about getting to know writers, their books, and what makes them tick. We all have a … Continue reading → The post Writing Character-Driven Genre Fiction with Adam G. Fleming: Authors in Focus episode 161 appeared first on Fantasy/Sci-Fi Focus.

Anthony has finally convinced Brad its time to watch the movie Drive. What better movie to go up against it than The Grey for two incredible character driven thriller movies to pit up against each other. Listen to this episode of Double Feature VS to find out how these two movies pair with each other, […]

Come find out why we are mad at the internet this week! In this unhinged episode, we take on r/books, the youths on TikTok, and why you can like something without bashing it!

In this episode, Carl and Chasey Ridgley talk the best show on TV -- SUCCESSION -- and what it has in common with procedurals. Contact Carl @ popcraftpodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/popcraftscreenwritingDiscord: https://discord.gg/Q3e3WHdAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carldalbert/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PopCraftTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popcraftscreenwriting?lang=enWebsite: https://popcraftscreenwriting.buzzsprout.comMain song from bensound.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/popcraftscreenwriting) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Domenica interviews S. G. Prince, author of the Elvish Trilogy. Prince talks about her writing process, how she creates character-driven novels, what she loves about writing and what she finds the hardest part of the craft, and shares her advice for budding authors. Website: sgprince.com The Elvish Trilogy (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Elvish-Fantasy-Novel-Trilogy-Book-ebook/dp/B07H4WQ8PW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.g.prince/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sgprince_author Word Witch Copy Consulting specializes in book coaching and copy editing. Whether you need proofreading, developmental editing, or a coach to join you in the writing process, the word witch has you covered. On this podcast, we will discuss self-publishing, indie authors, the craft of storytelling, how to publish your books, and so much more! If you would like to suggest a topic or if you want to be a guest, email us at domenica@wordwitchcc.com. Visit our website at wordwitchconsulting.com Join the coven - Sign-up Instagram - www.instagram.com/wordwitchcc Facebook - www.facebook.com/wordwitchcc Book a coaching session with the word witch - BOOK NOW Thanks for joining! Happy writing :)

In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, internationally best-selling author Allison Larkin chats with Jenn and Kelsey about her compelling new book, The People We Keep. We explore the connection to authentic characters, dealing with rejection in the publishing business, and the 1990s as historical fiction (yes, you read that right!).

This weeks episode is all about main characters. Hear us discuss the main characters in our current stories and get ideas for your own main (or side) character(s). If you want to check out our writing or the writing prompt from this or any previous episode go to our website https://callie-king-stevens.wixsite.com/uanduwritingpod We would love to hear from you! Send us an email at unpublishedandunqualified@gmail.com, find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @UandUWritingPod or send us a voice message on Anchor. Thanks for listening; now start writing, and keep writing! https://www.facebook.com/UandUWritingPod twitter.com/UandUWritingPod www.instagram.com/uanduwritingpod/ anchor.fm/uandu-writingpod

In an unusually positive episode, Spears and Carlos praise Nicholas Cage in 'Pig' and the combo of Elijah Wood and Luke Kirby in 'No Man of God.' Spoilers galore for both movies.

It should be a point of pride for any filmmaker who can be credited for “saving” a cinematic franchise. However, Martin Campbell sits in the singular position of having achieved this twice: when the James Bond franchise awoke from a six-year hiatus where there was no longer a Cold War to fight, and the interest in the character was uncertain, Campbell introduced the world to Pierce Brosnan in 1995's “GoldenEye,” which went on to be a smash hit at the box office, and remains frequently cited as a fan favorite Bond film. The exact same can be said of 2006's “Casino Royale,” which rebooted the series, solidified that a Bond film can be many different things, made Daniel Craig a cinematic icon, and was as much of a hit at the box office and among fans as any of the best Bond films. Campbell, a New Zealand native, came up in London as a television director in the ‘70s, including credits on five episodes of the crime-action drama “The Professionals.” His best-known work, however, came in 1985 with the massively acclaimed miniseries “Edge of Darkness,” starring Bob Peck and Joanne Whalley. Still to this day regarded as one of the greatest pieces of British television ever aired, “Edge of Darkness” earned Campbell the BAFTA TV Award for Best Director. Campbell also helmed one of the great episodes of American television with the first season “Homicide: Life on the Street” episode “Three Men and Adena.” Since “GoldenEye,” Campbell has maintained a steady resume of work in film, from “The Mask of Zorro,” to “Vertical Limit,” to a 2010 American adaptation of “Edge of Darkness.” Campbell's latest film, “The Protégé,” stars Maggie Q as Anna, an assassin raised by another killer, Moody (Samuel L. Jackson). After her mentor and surrogate father is killed, Anna tracks down Rembrandt (Michael Keaton) to avenge his death, in the process confronting her own history as a killer. Campbell discussed his latest action thriller, which is in cinemas now, as well as what keeps the director going after more than 40 years directing action sequences that always feel like they're something new. Given that he is also the de facto master of introducing a new Bond to audiences, and with Daniel Craig's swan song, “No Time to Die,” on the horizon, we had to get Campbell's thoughts on what the next Bond could look like, and what type of scenarios he might be placed in today. During our interview with Martin Campbell, we dive deep into the propulsive fight sequences that “The Protégé” revels in, how the director utilized Bulgaria as a facsimile for the streets of Vietnam, and more! “The Protégé” is in theaters now. Additional reporting by Brody Serravalli --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplaylist/message

Join Anthony and Brad as they dive into two character driven films with A Serious Man and The King of Comedy!

The question isn't whether your story is character driven or plot driven. Or even how to write one or the other.The question is..How do you integrate character with plot?Because both are inseparable.If one or the other dominates, your story falls apart.On today's episode, I'll share 3 ways to integrate character with plot.We'll cover:The purpose of plotHow to keep the plot threat alive for your character's own goodBuilding emotions How to avoid a one-note characterMaster the art and craft of writing stories readers can't put down. Inside the Emerging Writers Academy coming this Fall. Learn more and hop on the waitlist here.

Strive's Coaches' Corner is back with monthly content where we provide you with digestible resources to fill your coaching toolbox and support you in carrying the charge of developing leaders within your program. This month we hear from Strive's new President, former Dartmouth Women's Basketball Head Coach, Belle Koclanes and hear her take on character-driven leadership. Visit us at www.striveleadership.org and follow us @howuleadmatters on all socials for more information!

Before Mayke Entertainment, we were Arclight Comics! Tune into the re-release of The Arclight Podcast and get insightful tips, info, and advice on how we make comics. We shared everything we learned from 2009 to 2016. Learn how we branded our company, handled legal issues, character design, story development, and more! Disclaimer: Please be advised, some of the information, advice, and practices may be outdated and no longer be in use by Mayke Entertainment. Inside Episode 023: You want to have a name that really resonates with your character? Want to have powers that just make sense? Then this episode will help you get there. Key Takeaways For those who cannot draw, the physical description section is going to help you put one together to give to your artist. Your character should inform us of who and what they are before we get to that first line of text. Everything we've covered previously should inform your design decisions. Don't give your character a million powers. The best powers are the ones that become an extraordinary extension of ordinary limitations. Do your research before naming a character. A lot of names are trademarked by Marvel and DC. Everything leading up to this last stage should inform the name. The name should mean something and resonate with the character.

Before Mayke Entertainment, we were Arclight Comics! Tune into the re-release of The Arclight Podcast and get insightful tips, info, and advice on how we make comics. We shared everything we learned from 2009 to 2016. Learn how we branded our company, handled legal issues, character design, story development, and more! Inside Episode 022: We're sharing what you need in order to create believable character motivations, flaws that challenge your character, and how to approach the origin story. Key Takeaways The key to creating storytelling powerhouses is giving those characters soul. Storytelling powerhouses are your Spider-Mans, Wonder-Womans, and Supermans. That very high-end level of character who's stories have been around for generations. Your characters have to embody the human condition and element, and be reflections of humanity. When it comes to superheroes, we need a balance of the ordinary and the extraordinary. You need those ordinary moments and a backdrop or a world for your character to function in outside of the superhero persona. Character motivations give our characters something to do. If there's nothing motivating them, how else is the story moving forward? Your character in action is what makes plot, and motivation creates action and individualizes the character. You have flaws and things you just aren't quite good at with your character and the same reality needs applied to your character. Your fictional character. Origin stories have the potential to be magical. They show us the exact moment when this ordinary person became extraordinary, but there are three different kinds of origins superheroes undergo

Before Mayke Entertainment, we were Arclight Comics! Tune into the re-release of The Arclight Podcast and get insightful tips, info, and advice on how we make comics. We shared everything we learned from 2009 to 2016. Learn how we branded our company, handled legal issues, character design, story development, and more! Inside Episode 021: Ed starts us off on a solo show and goes into how to unleash the soul of your character and get into the nuts-and-bolts of how you create a storytelling powerhouse out of that character. Key Takeaways The key to creating storytelling powerhouses is giving those characters soul. Storytelling powerhouses are your Spider-Mans, Wonder-Womans, and Supermans. That very high-end level of character who's stories have been around for generations. Your characters have to embody the human condition and element and be reflections of humanity. When it comes to superheroes, we need a balance of the ordinary and the extraordinary. You need those ordinary moments and a backdrop or a world for your character to function outside of the superhero persona. You supercharge your reader's care and desire to understand your characters and story by layering the complexity. As the creator, it is your responsibility to create the material necessary to tell your reader more from your backstory. We don't give enough weight to the importance of core personality traits and habitual behaviors. Habitual behaviors add to the grander presence, brand, essence, and soul of major characters. You can do the same thing.

Episode 21 of The Murray Bank Racer Insider Podcast finds Lindy amazed and impressed by two incredible comebacks in an 18-hour span. On Friday night, his alma mater, Murray High, found themselves down 26-0 to Owensboro Catholic before rallying to a 41-38 win. Hours later on Saturday afternoon, Lindy watched the Racers fall into a 31-0 hole against SEMO. And then he got to see another jaw-dropping comeback as Murray State pulled off one of the most thrilling wins in school history, ending the RedHawks title aspirations by a 40-38 margin. Lindy and Travis discuss the highlights and salute the heart that kept two teams fighting until the final snap.

In this episode, fiction editors Leslie Watts and Rachelle Ramirez critique “How I Stumbled into the Golden Cage,” a short story by Jose Arroyo. They discuss genre and how stories that emphasize the protagonist's inner journey still need structure. Writers of literary stories can use the steps in the Kubler-Ross grief process to plan and revise the structure of their stories and may find it's a better fit than other systems suited to more active stories. Even if you've written a thriller or an action story, you can use the Kubler-Ross steps to follow your protagonist's inner journey alongside whatever structure you use for the external events of the story. One challenge writers face with character-driven stories is how to demonstrate the inner shifts the character experiences without over-relying on thoughts and telling. Leslie and Rachelle talk about ways to dramatize internal events to evoke certain emotions in your reader. This week's editorial mission encourages you to use the Kubler-Ross steps to check your protagonist's internal journey and be sure the important events are present and adequately dramatized.