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A complex, compelling back story leads to a stronger, more interesting narrative. The back story of a character sets parameters for behaviour and motivation.

Great writers learn how to SHOW the complexities of plot and character rather than simply telling it, and in the process create a superior work.

Character development is an important part to writing good stories. Developing characters through dialogue can keep them interesting. Writers may consider these tips.

Ways to use back story, everyday life and different types of plot to develop a simple character idea into a full length novel for kids.

Fiction writers looking for unique ways to understand their characters should try an interview. It's a fun and creative technique to develop character back stories.

The first three pages of your screenplay are the "first date" of your story. Learn how to write a Setup to make your audience want more.

Since his early beginnings the Joker has remained basically true to the core of his character but has also undergone a radical evolution throughout the years.

Creating fictional characters is an important skill for students wishing to write a compelling play.

Following the first two films directed by Len Wiseman, special effects wiz Patrick Tatopoulos jumps in the director's chair, in this fairly slow fantasy prequel. 6/10

Many writers struggle with how and where to begin a novel. The first chapter, and even the first line, are often the most important in capturing the reader's attention.

Using characters from a novel in progress is a great way to get the cash flowing while finishing the unpublished masterpiece.

The Haunting in Connecticut, now on DVD and Blu-Ray, is a typical Hollywood-modified ghost story that offers plenty of momentary jolts but no lasting effect.

New sellers on Amazon Marketplace may overlook the marketing potential of using the add comments box when selling used books. Here's how to sell quick at a good price.

With all the many Christmas movies there are to see during the holidays, there are a few to stay away from. Here are the top 10 worst and/or overrated Christmas movies:

Editors say new writers make the same craft mistakes. Understanding those errors can help a writer polish his or her manuscript and better avoid the rejection letter.

Glengarry Glen Ross was written in 1982, the age of Reaganomics, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman one $*&^% step removed - a forerunner of Sales Sharks Yet to Come.

One of the main reasons that a manuscript gets rejected is that the editor has labeled the characters as unsympathetic. What does this mean and how is it fixed?

Well developed characters help the author tell the story. These character ideas are to help writers create believable characters.

Murder mystery parties can go disastrously wrong if the organisation and planning is poor. Here is a way for hosts to avoid the pitfalls.

The sci-fi superhero thriller, Jumper, just might have what it takes to allow Hayden Christensen to put Star Wars behind him.

Marvel Comics has hooked up with Madhouse Animation to give their classic comic book characters an anime makeover.

In the GCSE English Language examination it may be necessary to compose a piece of narrative writing. Detailed planning will help guarantee the highest grades.

Characters are the reason readers love fiction. Without interesting, engaging, and realistic characters, stories simply don't work.

A mad bomber has wired a bus with a bomb set to explode if it drops below 50 mph and only reckless cop and explosives expert Jack Travin can save those trapped onboard.

Writers need to know how to weave the back story into the plot without boring the reader. One way they can do this is to master the use of exposition.

Hugh Jackman is back as Wolverine, and he is joined by a cast of new characters in an effort to tell the back story of a beloved X-man.

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the cinema after blockbuster season, action film Gamer arrives to plummet new depths of terribleness. Review below.

The last time George Lucas revisited a treasured trilogy he tarnished the Star Wars universe. Has he done the same with Indiana Jones?

In this exclusive interview, "The Spine" director Chris Landreth talks about his visual inspirations and how to "write drunk, edit sober."

Miracle on 34th Street speaks to people of all ages. With its message of hope and belief, it remains one of the Holiday's most classic films.

With this steamy-romance-meets-chick-lit novel, Christie Ridgway has created an entertaining world suitable for any adult who enjoys female drama.

The new animated film 9, is a beautifully animated film that stands in a stark contrast to the films of Pixar Studios.

Daughter of a Gotham City mafia boss, Helena Bertinelli took her life in a whole different direction, donning a cape and a mask to fight crime as the Huntress.

Ace the Bat-Hound debuted in the comics at almost the same time as Krypto, Superboy's dog. Ace didn't have any powers, but he helped the Dynamic Duo sniff out clues.

Ben Kingsley played Feste in Trevor Nunn's 1996 film version of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, giving a truly engrossing portrayal of an elusive character,

Boston criminal defense attorney David Cavanaugh is once again the central character in Sydney Bauer's latest suspense novel.

Squaresoft's 1997 fighting game for the PlayStation -- a one-on-one battle game with a twist.

The story about Carrie White, a girl with the power of telekinesis, who eventually has her revenge on the school and town folk that teased and despised her.

Thanksgiving is over and the countdown to Christmas has officially commenced. It's that time to think about all the gifts to buy for various friends and family. Movies

A look at the character of the Barbarian, the pure warrior class in Diablo II.

Disney and Pixar have together created some superb feature length animations and were instrumental in bringing animation back into the box office wars.

After audiences paid a disappointing trip to an overly hyped up Hulk, a reinvention of the comic book hero was hoped to improve things. However, it didn't quite get there

This is a fun fantasy film that features a dragon, some great evil bad guys, and of course, a handsome hero with a band of friends to save the day.

Judd Apatow's brand of comedy turns in on itself and reflects on how it got where it is, and where it might end up.

Agent 86, Maxwell Smart, played by Steve Carell in this 2008 feature film, is not an incompetent agent in this version of the 1960s spy parody television show.

Possibly the easiest role play race to play is the human - all Warcraft players know how to act human - and they can prove a good starting ground for new role-players.

Holes is a brilliant novel about a young boy's struggle to make amends for a crime that he did not commit.

There are times when you need to tell your manager you cannot take on more work or, when you are asked to do something ethically questionable. How do you handle this?

There's a good reason John Waller was named one of Billboard's "Faces to Watch in 2007." One listen to this worship leader/songwriter's "The Blessing" and you understand.

Carion turned pen and camera towards a story of how opposing sides in WWI came together on a Christmas Eve and stopped the violence of war long enough to share the peace.