Mentor writers on the Hero's Journey
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Summary
What is the Hero's Journey?
What do Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Star Wars, The Matrix, Spider-Man, The Lion King, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Serpico, and Michael Clayton all have in common? Despite coming from different genres, all these movies and books follow the general pattern of the Hero's Journey. Perhaps one of the most powerful mythological architectures of all time, the Hero's Journey is a framework at the center of some of the greatest stories ever told.
From my work as a journalist of 15 years, novel writing, scriptwriting, and story consulting, I have learned all the ins and outs of this marvelous tool. With the right set of characters, the Hero's Journey can turn a mediocre plot into a powerful, life-changing story that resonates with your audience. I have used its principles in many of my book and TV script projects.
While it doesn't magically apply to every story ever written, the Monomyth, first developed by Joseph Campbell, can greatly boost the storytelling power of science fiction, fantasy, and stories about protagonists who face life-or-death struggles.
If you would like to learn from an expert, set up an initial consultation today. The game is afoot!
My Background:
My love for adventure and profoundly curious nature inspired me to pursue a profession in journalism. Fifteen years as an award-winning reporter, columnist, and Washington correspondent opened the door to a valuable discovery: Storytelling is the most powerful way to introduce new ideas into the world. Steve Jobs once said the most powerful people in the world are storytellers.
Out of all the story frameworks, I have studied the hero's journey in depth. While it does not apply to every single story, it can help re-frame your story so it has a deeper impact on your audience. It can also greatly help you connect with the emotions, dreams, and ambitions of your readers/ viewers.
If you want more powerful stories that connect with your audience, I'm the writer you need to see. Whether it's web content, blogs, news, books, or screenplays, I've written in every discipline.
For more details on my background, see my LinkedIn profile
What I need to get started:
Book a free 30-minute
Who is your target audience?
What are you trying to accomplish with your story
Why do you think the hero's journey applies or could help your story?
A draft of your story or outline.
Please note:
All services are non-refundable.
A 30% to 50 % deposit, depending on the project, is required for work to begin.
Monthly recurring packages are available.
What's included
Review of your outline or draft novel
I will review your story outline or draft to determine if it can be improved by applying Hero's Journey principles. Not every story needs or should incorporate aspects of the Hero's Journey. But many genres benefit from the theory used by Hollywood screenwriters to make such films as "Star Wars," "The Matrix," and "Michael Clayton."
Hold one-on-one coaching calls via Zoom
I will hold three or more video conference calls to mentor you on the ins and outs of the Monomyth theory developed by Joseph Campbell. We will apply it to your story to have the best impact on your readers. The number of meetings can vary depending on your story goals.
Paper summarizing the key changes you should consider
Based on my review and our conversations, I will outline changes you should consider to align your work with the Hero's Journey.
Example projects
Recommendations
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Client • Apr 5, 2023
Recommended
Chris is a gifted writer. I had the pleasure of working with him on a number of client projects over a two year period. Chris’ biggest strength was his ability to take complex information, turn it into a coherent strategy, and create narratives and other content that met the client needs. He is a dependable advisor and a conscientious teammate. I’d highly recommend Chris if you need someone who can see through complexity and write something that will move the needle for you.
Client • Apr 5, 2023
Recommended
I worked with Chris for 5 years on a number of diverse projects. Chris was the head writer for the company and is an exceptional story teller, writer, and author. Chris is able to combine research and concepts and turn it into captivating stories that move his audience. He has extended story telling expertise and has been a story consultant for other writers. He is extremely creative, articulate, and conscientious in his writing. The word I heard most often from our clients was, "WOW!"
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