Using Myths and Fairy Tales for Powerful Storytelling with Paula Chaffee Scardamalia

Research Using Myths and Fairy Tales for Powerful Storytelling with Paula Chaffee Scardamalia

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Category
  1. Characters
  2. Description/Setting
  3. Structure
  4. GMC
  5. Plotting
  6. Worldbuilding
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MYTHSCARDAMALIA2023
Class Length
4 Weeks
The basis of modern storytelling whether in print or on the screen, lies deeply rooted in the mythological tradition.

Game of Thrones, Clash of the Titans, Thor, Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Snow White and the Huntsman, Once Upon a Time, Grimm—all popular books, movies and TV series that have their roots in the realms of myth and fairy tale.

For writers, the realm of myth and fairy tale is one of unending storytelling possibilities. This workshop:

  • defines and describes the elements and characteristics, as well as the differences of myth and fairy tale
  • gives examples of how they have been used in contemporary fiction
  • offers ideas for using myth and fairy tale to develop character, plot, and theme
Class Format
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Author
Paula Chaffee Scardamalia
Start date
Aug 28, 2023 at 9:00 PM
End date
Sep 18, 2023 at 12:50 AM
Registration end date
Aug 31, 2023 at 12:50 AM
Rating
4.33 star(s) 3 ratings

Latest reviews

I really enjoyed the course and took a lot away from the lessons and the questions asked at the end of each one. It was interesting to see how something as prolific in our lives as fairytales and myths can influence our writing, and Paula is an incredibly engaging instructor in her responses.