On May 6, Kasie and Rex continued the conversation on “origins” (see last weeks adaptations show) with a discussion about character origin stories. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Character Origin Stories Agenda A character’s origin story is backstory – how they came to be who they are (link). There are three…
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Episode 227: Subplot Basics
On April 22, 2023, Kasie and Rex took on subplots: the types, uses, and instructions thereof. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Subplots Agenda We’ve done plot twists, internet grab bag, and outlines so far this month. We’ve been all over the map. And the madness continues this week as we take…
Episode 216: Adding Dimension to the Story with Character Flaws
On Jan 21, our Fears & Flaws episode got so side tracked by fears, we decided to table the “flaws” half to next week. So here are the show notes for our Jan 28th episode. Agenda Segment 1/2 Why does a character need flaws? (link) So they’re relatable – they’re human, or sort of, just…
Episode 215: Getting More Depth out of Fear
On January 21, 2023, Kasie and Rex took on those creeping fears that doom characters. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Character Month: Characters’ Fears and Flaws Agenda We’ve been working on characters this month, first with the basic types and then with the characters who have to die – which, by…
Episode 214: Rankin Must Die
On January 14th, Kasie and Rex broke down the purpose for and inevitability behind some characters’ deaths. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Character Month: Characters Who Have to Die Agenda Last week we talked about basic character types: antagonist, protagonist, the confidante or best friend, and the love interest. We didn’t…
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