The Ten Story Types

I was very interested in the ten different story types. Since class I have watched a few different television show episodes and a couple movies and kept in mind the different story types that were being told to me. I have to admit that crime and punishment is my favorite. I am obsessed with gangster films, especially those directed by Martin Scorsese.

3 Little Pigs 2

I liked the assignment to write the three little pigs sequel. I especially like the wolf as the protagonist. It really leaves it open for some creative choices, especially a redemption tale for the wolf, which is mine personally. Even the big bad wolves can redeem themselves.

Starting with the snake

I have been writing story ideas down for the past week or so. Since learning of the three act structure and starting with the action I feel that it has improved my story writing. It is helpful to remember to "always start with the snake".

The Hook

I often think about what would make a great hook in my stories and grab the audiences' attention. I like how the structure was depicted in class. It is a useful guideline and helpful to remember to always start with the action and not to talk about the action.

Hero's Journey

I found the hero's journey very interesting from class the other day. I have since watched movies and thought of said journey and really do see it in every story. Its very interesting how even with different characters, plot, and setting how the hero's journey is basically still the same. I also find it helpful in outlining my characters' adventures

Characters and Characterization

I liked the "exercise" we did in class on characters and characterization. The story about the two people saving or trying to save the children in the bus accident displays the hard choices writers have to make for their characters. I have since thought of that when thinking of different choices my characters should make within my story.

Maslow's Motivation

I find Maslow's pyramid of motivators very useful when writing my characters. I have been thinking of some new characters for my story ideas and using Maslow's motivation as a reference is helpful in determining their motivation and new plot points in the story.

Unusual Jobs (From Fri)

I have to say that I googled the most unusual jobs after class on Friday. I was surprised to see some of the things on the list. I really can't believe the jobs people have or create for that matter. Now I don't know how many on the list that I looked at were true, but it wouldn't shock me to know that there really are people who look out for forrest fires. Also, one of my favorites was furniture tester. I would love to sit or lay on furniture and get paid for it...what a slacker's dream job.

Characters (Update from last week)

I have been without a computer the past few days as it needed to get fixed. However, last week we talked about characters. I have to say that as I look around at people that I encounter everyday I start to think of them as characters in their own little story. It may sound weird, but I think of where they were before our paths crossed, where they are going, what they do for a living, etc. It makes things a bit more interesting and less dull.