Transformational Character Arcs: 6 Steps to a Plot-Driving Protagonist

Unlock compelling storytelling by crafting a flawed protagonist who undergoes a powerful transformation! This course, led by award-winning author Michelle Schusterman (author of over a dozen novels published by Penguin Random House, Scholastic, and Little, Brown), will guide you through the essential steps to create a memorable hero. Michelle, a seasoned creative writing instructor with experience teaching over 500 workshops and 1,000 students, will help you delve into the core of your character's weaknesses and motivations.

Discover how to:

• Identify Character Postulates: Uncover the underlying beliefs that drive your protagonist's actions.
• Explore Behaviors and Flaws: Develop realistic and engaging character traits.
• Understand Character Compulsions: Explore the forces that push your character toward certain choices.
• Master Character Arcs: Chart a believable and impactful journey of growth and change.
• Find Your Plot: Connect character development directly to compelling plot points.

By the end of this course, you'll possess a deeper understanding of your protagonist's journey and a solid outline of key plot beats. This class is perfect for beginner to intermediate writers who have a grasp of basic character development and are ready to elevate their storytelling.

The course incorporates insights from the writing craft book The Magic Words by Cheryl Klein. (Disclaimer: This is an affiliate link. If you choose to purchase the book, your price will not be affected, but the instructor will receive a small commission.) Learn to build characters that readers will connect with and root for – the key to keeping them turning those pages!