Angela Ackerman

The Positive Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Attributes

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ISBN 13:
9780989772518
author:
Angela Ackerman
format:
Paperback
publisher:
JADD Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
252
Dimensions:
1.3 x 17.5 x 25 cm
Genre:
Reference, Writing, Writing Skills,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£19.30

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Description

Building authentic characters is a crucial part of writing compelling stories. However, creating a well-rounded hero can be a challenging task. To craft believable characters, writers need to balance their flaws with positive attributes that will help them achieve their goals. This can be a difficult tightrope to walk, but with the right tools, it can be made easier. The Positive Trait Thesaurus offers a comprehensive guide to character creation, providing a large selection of attributes to choose from when building a personality profile. Each entry includes possible causes for why a trait might emerge, along with associated attitudes, behaviors, thoughts, and emotions. The book also includes real-life examples from literature, film, and television to illustrate how an attribute drives actions and decisions, influences goals, and steers relationships. By using the positive traits outlined in this guide, writers can create characters that readers will love and root for. The book also provides insight into human needs and morality, and how these determine the strengths that emerge in heroes and villains alike. With its downloadable tools and practical advice, The Positive Trait Thesaurus is a valuable resource for anyone looking to develop one-of-a-kind, dynamic characters.

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