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The Art Of Character: Creating Memorable Characters For Fiction, Film, And TV (2013)

by David Corbett(Favorite Author)

4.16 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

014312157X (ISBN13: 9780143121572)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Penguin Books

review 1: David nails everything you will ever need to know about character development and looking at humans in w/ a writer's eye.My favorite conversations are discussing characters, motivation, empathy, etc. Reading this book is like having an awesome conversation with a great author whenever I want.The book gave me even more to ponder in my efforts to continue to write compelling narratives.And the book reminds me why the process of creating and building characters is so much fun. If you want to get in the writing game, for some writers just reading this book could eventually make them a published author without a college degree. And it costs about $39,985 less.A must read....even for fans of fiction who want to delve into a writer's mind.
review 2: I've been a fan of... more David Corbett since reading Blood of Paradise, and subsequently Do They Know I'm Running? and Done For a Dime. Each of these books is notable for the depth and vibrancy of the characters, who typically inhabit a dark, desperate and violent world. So, it was with great eagerness that I bought "The Art of Character," which ought to be a standard reference work for any writer, screenwriter or playwright. I've also noticed that "The Art of Character" has affected my reading, as now I can't embrace new characters in fiction -- or even nonfiction -- without measuring them against Corbett's standards. Which is a good thing; it allows me to enjoy interesting protagonists, villains, and supporting cast members all the more. Corbett's gritty fiction, much of it set south of the U.S.-Mexican border, might not appeal to everyone, but "The Art of Character" is a master class for novice and experienced writers alike. Highly recommended. less

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