And... we're back with another KP Theme of the Month!
This July, we will be covering....
Character Arcs and Character Development
There is something so satisfying about getting to the end of a book or movie and seeing just how much all the characters - particularly the protagonist or that one character with the redemption arc- has transformed. The events of the story have changed the characters, and because of that change in the characters, it drives the plot to its finale. Plot, theme, and character development are inseparable, and good character arcs and development are what makes the entire story so impactful, and remain in your reader's memory long after they have closed the book.
However, this isn’t always easy. In fact, it gets quite complicated and confusing. Done wrong, it can end up feeling unnatural and forced. So this month, we hope to help you, dear Keeper, learn how to use character arcs and character development to help craft a story that is not only memorable, but also inspires your readers to think more deeply, and maybe even make a change - no matter how small - in their own lives.
Here is a sneak peek at some of the articles coming up:
In the meantime, check out some of these articles from the archive!
Also, let us know in the comments:
What is your favorite character arc of all time? What made it so impactful?
Become an Unstoppable Writer!
Yay! I “know” a lot of characters. I can’t choose one!
KOTLC has some great character arcs. So does the Wingfeather Saga! (I love those books.) I can’t tell what the arcs are in Tron Legacy (my favorite movie) or in most of the Star Wars shows (which I honestly think can be better than the movies sometimes, although I still love the movies).
This is gonna be SUCH a fun month!!!!
This is gonna be awesome, we’re gonna have so much fun!!!!