19.28: A Close Reading on Character: Internal vs External Identity
Today, we\u2019re focusing on C.L. Clark\u2019s\xa0 \u201cThe Cook,\u201d as we explore external and internal expression. We chose this story because it's a remarkably physical and touchable story with myriad sensory details. While the audience gets very little information about what Clark\u2019s characters are thinking, you can still understand their internal landscapes by what they seee and notice. How do these external indicators help us understand the internal worlds of the characters?\xa0
We mention two infographics during the episode\u2013 \u201cIntersections of Self (Trauma Points)" and \u201cAxes of Power."\xa0 These are available on Patreon (they\u2019re posted publicly, so anyone can view them!) Feel free to use them in your own writing, and let us know if you find them helpful!\xa0
Thing of the Week: \u201cBodies\u201d (on Netflix)\xa0
Homework: Pick a major character in your story and write two short summaries of the character arc, one using your original motivation and goal, and a second with a different motivation but the same goal.
Liner Notes:\xa0
Sandra Tayler's new book, Structuring Life To Support Creativity. Preorder your copy today at sandratayler.com!\xa0
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Credits: Your hosts for this episode were DongWon Song and Erin Roberts. Our guest was Arkady Martine. It was produced by Emma Reynolds, recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.
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