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Mythological Storytelling: Classic Stages of the Hero’s Journey
ATTENTION FICTION
If you plan on writing any kind of fiction story, this book is for you!
When you buy this book you'll
- The classic 3-act structure that all blockbusters follow
- The difference between the known world and the special world of your story
- The 18 distinct stages of the hero’s journey
- The main archetypes of the Monomyth
- Plus I'll provide real-life examples from modern-day stories that sell
- And each chapter ends with action steps that you can take today to make your story come alive
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE...
Below is an excerpt from the
As a fiction writer, the goal is to create a story that resonates with the audience. We all want to write something gripping that people will share with friends and family; a narrative that lasts with the reader for years to come. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done. Many of us start out with a passion for storytelling. We love exploring new worlds and developing complex characters. So we begin to write. But at some point, every storyteller realizes that in order to become a professional, we must hone our natural talent into a skill. So, what do we do? We buy books on writing. There’s a book out there for everything. Some teach plot, others character. There are books that explain how to write action, suspense, conflict, dialogue, setting, theme, etc...
But no matter how logical we structure our story, or how perfectly we construct our prose, the story doesn’t seem to have that “X-factor.”
Even well-known professionals face this problem. Think about how many times you’ve gone to the movies or picked up a book by a writer you follow, or a franchise you love, only to be completely let down. How many forgettable novels or films have you come across in your lifetime? Some written by reputable authors and screenwriters. Even though the action, mystery, or romance was great, the story still fell flat. The narrative lacked some mystical element that every great story seems to inherently possess.
This is the major problem every author, writer, poet, screenwriter, and storyteller face.
The Modern Monomyth series is aimed to teach writers from all walks of life how to fuel their stories with the power of myth. By utilizing mythological elements from the Monomyth (also known as the Hero's Journey), authors are able to connect with their audience on a deep psychological level.
This book provides a definition of the Monomyth and it’s early origins. It teaches the three act structure as it pertains to the Hero's Journey and explains the difference between the known world and the special world of your story. You’ll learn what really makes a character heroic, and how plot and character feed off of each other, creating both an inner and outer journey. We’ll outline the 18 distinct stages of the hero’s journey and briefly discuss the main archetypes of the Monomyth. For each stage, this book provides at least four modern examples from well-known stories. Each example will help you understand Hero’s Journey, and help you identify the stages in your own book. Every chapter concludes with action steps, which you can immediately use on your story. These will help you infuse mythic power and life into the narrative. By the end of the book, you’ll have a basic understanding of the Monomyth and a road map for your own story.
If you plan on writing any kind of fiction story, this book is for you!
When you buy this book you'll
- The classic 3-act structure that all blockbusters follow
- The difference between the known world and the special world of your story
- The 18 distinct stages of the hero’s journey
- The main archetypes of the Monomyth
- Plus I'll provide real-life examples from modern-day stories that sell
- And each chapter ends with action steps that you can take today to make your story come alive
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE...
Below is an excerpt from the
As a fiction writer, the goal is to create a story that resonates with the audience. We all want to write something gripping that people will share with friends and family; a narrative that lasts with the reader for years to come. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done. Many of us start out with a passion for storytelling. We love exploring new worlds and developing complex characters. So we begin to write. But at some point, every storyteller realizes that in order to become a professional, we must hone our natural talent into a skill. So, what do we do? We buy books on writing. There’s a book out there for everything. Some teach plot, others character. There are books that explain how to write action, suspense, conflict, dialogue, setting, theme, etc...
But no matter how logical we structure our story, or how perfectly we construct our prose, the story doesn’t seem to have that “X-factor.”
Even well-known professionals face this problem. Think about how many times you’ve gone to the movies or picked up a book by a writer you follow, or a franchise you love, only to be completely let down. How many forgettable novels or films have you come across in your lifetime? Some written by reputable authors and screenwriters. Even though the action, mystery, or romance was great, the story still fell flat. The narrative lacked some mystical element that every great story seems to inherently possess.
This is the major problem every author, writer, poet, screenwriter, and storyteller face.
The Modern Monomyth series is aimed to teach writers from all walks of life how to fuel their stories with the power of myth. By utilizing mythological elements from the Monomyth (also known as the Hero's Journey), authors are able to connect with their audience on a deep psychological level.
This book provides a definition of the Monomyth and it’s early origins. It teaches the three act structure as it pertains to the Hero's Journey and explains the difference between the known world and the special world of your story. You’ll learn what really makes a character heroic, and how plot and character feed off of each other, creating both an inner and outer journey. We’ll outline the 18 distinct stages of the hero’s journey and briefly discuss the main archetypes of the Monomyth. For each stage, this book provides at least four modern examples from well-known stories. Each example will help you understand Hero’s Journey, and help you identify the stages in your own book. Every chapter concludes with action steps, which you can immediately use on your story. These will help you infuse mythic power and life into the narrative. By the end of the book, you’ll have a basic understanding of the Monomyth and a road map for your own story.
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Published May 21, 2017
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January 29, 2021
I am a literature teacher and next month I'll be teaching my students Homer's The Odyssey. It's an AP class, so we'll be going far beyond the mere plot of the epic and will try to dig as deeply as we can. That's where the hero's journey comes in. "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" by Joseph Campbell written in 1949 is a very academic text and not accessible to all. Mr. Coker has written this book as a very simplified guide to the monomyth. This short book is clearly written and each step of the monomyth has well-picked examples from four popular franchises to help the reader understand and create an association.
I do recommend this book, especially at the discounted Kindle price, but it's a "good" book, a bit short of "great." Whereas Campbell's writing is not accessible enough, Coker's writing is perhaps a bit too simple. I fault him not for this, for I understand he's targeting a lay audience. If you're new to the concept of the hero's journey/monomyth, definitely start here. If you're looking for something a bit more academic, I recommend giving Campbell's original and seminal work a shot.
Also check Coker out on YouTube. Besides being kind and knowledgeable, he has a host of free videos delving into these fascinating topics.
I do recommend this book, especially at the discounted Kindle price, but it's a "good" book, a bit short of "great." Whereas Campbell's writing is not accessible enough, Coker's writing is perhaps a bit too simple. I fault him not for this, for I understand he's targeting a lay audience. If you're new to the concept of the hero's journey/monomyth, definitely start here. If you're looking for something a bit more academic, I recommend giving Campbell's original and seminal work a shot.
Also check Coker out on YouTube. Besides being kind and knowledgeable, he has a host of free videos delving into these fascinating topics.
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