The Occupation Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Jobs, Vocations, and Careers

Compelling fiction starts with characters who have well-crafted layers that make them memorable, relatable, and fascinating, But trying to convey those layers often results in bulky descriptions that cause readers to skim. Occupations, though, can cover a lot of characterization ground, revealing personality trails, abilities, passions, and motivations. Dig deeper, and a career can hint at past trauma, fears, and even the character's efforts to run from-or make up for-the past. Think Outsid...