Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 15: The Resolution
The Resolution caps character arcs like the cherry on top of a banana split and bookends the opening scene.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 14: The Climax
In character arcs, as in plot, the Climax is the dot on the end of the exclamation point. The Climax is the reason for the story.
Crafting Character Arcs, Pt. 13: The Third Act
In the landscape of the Third Act, we have four important road signs to guide our journey.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 12: The Third Plot Point
If you had pick the single most important moment in characters arcs, what would it be? The Third Plot Point, you say? Well, you'd be right.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 11: The Second Half of the Second Act
The Second Half of the Second Act is where you cue the hero music in character arcs. But this story ain't over, not by a long shot.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 10: The Midpoint
Your protagonist's personal revelations are going to lead him up to a very special turning point at the story's Midpoint.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 9: The First Half of the Second Act
In the structure of character arcs, the First Half of the Second Act is where your character ventures (or is thrust) into uncharted territory - and gets lost.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 8: The First Plot Point
The effect of the First Plot Point on your character arc can be found in three important decisions your character must make.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 7: The First Act
Discover six major elements of the positive change character arc that need to be included in the First Act.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 6: The Normal World
The Characteristic Moment is only half of a good character arc's opening. It still needs context. The Normal World provides that context.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 5: The Characteristic Moment
First impressions do count. And your protagonist's Characteristic Moment is his first chance to impress your readers.
Crafting Stunning Character Arcs, Pt. 4: Your Character’s Ghost
What is your character's ghost, and how does it affect his character arc?
