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Creating Character Led Conflict In Your Novel

Posted: Monday, 8th February 2010

Last month I began what turned out to be a series about Transactional Analysis. It was what I call a combi-article: one designed to help real people with real needs, but also to inform the creative writing of authors of fiction. Titled Conflict Resolution: Relationship Psychology – And Creating Fictional Characters, my intention was to show that there are a number of ways to heighten the suspense in your novel.

Articles on related themes: Creative Writing; Character; Plot

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The Drama Triangle & The Games People Play

Posted: Monday, 11th January 2010

I looked, a couple of days ago, at Transactional Analysis – the Drama Triangle in particular:

• First as a means of conflict resolution for those experiencing problems with their personal relationships.
• And second – for writers and aspiring authors – as an innovative way of creating fictional characters.

THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

The theory of transactional analysis is that in our normal, everyday, relationships, we are all involved in playing one of three roles: Parent, Adult, Child. I’ve explained this in my article titled: Conflict Resolution: Relationship Psychology - And Creating Fictional Characters and I would suggest that you read this before continuing with the article below.

Articles on related themes: Creative Writing; Character; Relationships; Personal Growth; Marriage

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