Innovative
synonyms:
|
 original, new, novel, fresh, unusual, unprecedented, avant-garde, experimental, inventive, ingenious, creative; advanced, modern,
state-of-the-art, pioneering, groundbreaking, revolutionary, radical, newfangled
(Google) |
Over the past twelve weeks we’ve looked at the
definitions and concepts behind the words mythic
and impact to examine timeless
precepts for strengthening our stories. So how do we practically apply them?
In the synonym list above you’ll notice that not
all the applications need to be radical. Fresh, creative, and groundbreaking
are as effective at creating a unique impact as is inventive. Settings for your
short story, or memoir, or novel may range from a quiet backdrop to a mega-world with a character of its own. But no matter which level you choose for the
degree of presence, each still resonates with atmosphere, tone and mood. It is
your choice how to boost their impact when relevant.
It’s important for us to first know the
details ourselves. Just as we can walk around our homes in the dark, knowing
exactly where we are, so must our characters. What is real to them needs to be real
to us—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This provides authentic
atmosphere, tone, and mood. But it doesn’t mean we need to invent everything.
In this free eight-session blog workshop
we’ll examine eight key strategies to create impact for our unique setting
regardless of genre. Each month will focus on one strategy with three or four
applications and creative writing prompts to customize to your work. Whether
you are just beginning a new project or are ready to revise, these suggestions
will give you critical perspective.
Several
of my clients have given me permission to use their settings as examples, so we
will be looking at a variety of novel excerpts from contemporary women's fiction,
romantic police drama, historical romance and adventure and mystery, sassy
comedy, fantasy and a smidge of sci-fi, as well as a mythic world in my own
upcoming series.
Read
deep, marcy
Introduction June
26th
Workshop Sessions
Begin July
3 rd
Strategy # 1 Habitat Highways July
Strategy # 2 Holy Landscape August
Strategy # 3 Historic Landmarks September
Strategy # 4 Hungry Territory October
Strategy # 5 Honest Sensory Keys November
Strategy # 6 Homespun Locale December
Strategy # 7 Harmful Dangers January
Strategy # 8 Hidden Secrets February
Share:
What questions do you want answered for your specific setting? Send them to me
via the contact link above and I will incorporate feedback and examples when
possible in the individual lessons.
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