The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture

The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture

by Gail Carriger

Narrated by Starla Huchton

Unabridged — 7 hours, 32 minutes

The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture

The Heroine's Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture

by Gail Carriger

Narrated by Starla Huchton

Unabridged — 7 hours, 32 minutes

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Overview

Tired of the hero's journey?

Frustrated that funny, romantic, and comforting stories aren't taken seriously?

Sad that the books and movies you love never seem to be critically acclaimed, even when they sell like crazy?

The heroine's journey is here to help.

Multiple New York Times bestselling author Gail Carriger presents a clear concise analysis of the heroine's journey, how it differs from the hero's journey, and how you can use it to improve your writing and your life. Narrated by Starla Huchton.

In this book you'll learn:

* How to spot the heroine's journey in popular books, movies, and the world around you.

* The source myths and basic characters, tropes, and archetypes of this narrative.

* A step-by-step break down of how to successfully write this journey.

What do Agatha Christie, JK Rowling, and Nora Roberts all have in common?

They all write the heroine's journey. Read this book to learn all about it.

From Harry Potter to Twilight, from Wonder Woman to Star Wars, you'll never look at pop culture the same way again.

With over a dozen NYT and USA Today bestsellers, and over a million books in print, popular genre author and former archaeologist Gail Carriger brings her cheeky comedic tone and over a decade of making her living as a fiction author to this fascinating look at one of the most popular yet neglected narratives of our time. This is an excellent writing reference for genre fiction authors seeking to improve their craft or for readers and pop culture enthusiasts interested in understanding their own taste. It is the perfect counterpoint to The Hero with a Thousand Faces not to mention Save the Cat, Women Who Run With The Wolves, and The Breakout Novelist.


Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"The first book on writing structure that's ever truly resonated for me and made sense of the way my favorite stories work. I've thought back to this book so many times since reading it, and I know I'll be reading it again!"

Stephanie Burgis, Author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart

"I'm not sure how you can just rewire my brain to see the heroine's journey like this and then expect me to make coherent, thought-out comments about the text when all I want to do is hold it in my twisted little grip while I shove it at people screaming like a madman and pointing at passages."

Author Beta Reader

"Wow! This was incredible. I am in awe of the information, structure, detail, and format. It clearly lays out the bones and framework of a good book, with generous tips and guidance."

Lisa R, Beta Reader

"Carriger's Parasol Protectorate series beautifully blends together alternate history, steampunk and paranormal romance into stories that are witty, engaging and fun."

Kirkus (on Soulless)

"Behind the delightful whimsy and snarky observations, there is a great deal of heart and soul..."

RT Book Reviews (Prudence by Gail Carriger)

"Gail Carriger has the deft storytelling of Jones and the whimsy of Jasper Fforde. It's fun, fresh, witty, exciting, and is full of dastardly doings and an easy absurdity that leaves a smile on your face."

Publishers Weekly Galley Talk (Etiquette & Espionage)

Product Details

BN ID: 2940177746937
Publisher: GAIL CARRIGER LLC
Publication date: 12/22/2020
Edition description: Unabridged
Sales rank: 1,055,904
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