Storytelling Bible
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Book Introduction
- A word from MD
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The foolproof writing formulaSuccessful novels, movies, plays, and games excel at storytelling.
As a writer, you must be able to create captivating stories.
We analyzed the storytelling strategies used in various works, from classics like Hamlet to the recent explosive popularity of the Harry Potter series.
December 29, 2020. Humanities PD Son Min-gyu
“Successful stories have a unique storytelling style!”
A writer with 25 years of Hollywood experience tells us
The person in charge sends a 'love call' and the readers 'pay'
The 27 Laws of Selling Stories
There has never been a time in history when so many stories were consumed as today.
Read novels on your phone and subscribe to streaming services to watch original dramas and movies.
Watch cartoons in bed on your tablet PC, get excited about game characters and items, and listen to podcasts while guessing who the culprit might be.
As more and more people enjoy diverse stories across various platforms, it's only natural that the number of creators of stories tailored to each medium is also increasing.
Creativity is no longer just for special people.
Now is the time to create your own stories.
Writing something, even creating and leading characters and narratives, is not easy.
The key is storytelling.
You need to create a unique plot and characters, think about the background of the work, create dialogue, and develop the theme you want to convey to make the hearts of readers, audiences, and users beat faster.
"The Storytelling Bible" presents 27 principles to keep in mind when creating stories, based on over 120 works of acclaimed storytelling, including novels, films, plays, dramas, games, and songs.
It points out the principles to be learned from each work, and even provides detailed practice problems and supplementary lessons so that you can challenge yourself.
If you want to tell an interesting story that captivates people, try it with the help of the Storytelling Bible.
First of all, there is no need to worry about it being a 'failure'.
A writer with 25 years of Hollywood experience tells us
The person in charge sends a 'love call' and the readers 'pay'
The 27 Laws of Selling Stories
There has never been a time in history when so many stories were consumed as today.
Read novels on your phone and subscribe to streaming services to watch original dramas and movies.
Watch cartoons in bed on your tablet PC, get excited about game characters and items, and listen to podcasts while guessing who the culprit might be.
As more and more people enjoy diverse stories across various platforms, it's only natural that the number of creators of stories tailored to each medium is also increasing.
Creativity is no longer just for special people.
Now is the time to create your own stories.
Writing something, even creating and leading characters and narratives, is not easy.
The key is storytelling.
You need to create a unique plot and characters, think about the background of the work, create dialogue, and develop the theme you want to convey to make the hearts of readers, audiences, and users beat faster.
"The Storytelling Bible" presents 27 principles to keep in mind when creating stories, based on over 120 works of acclaimed storytelling, including novels, films, plays, dramas, games, and songs.
It points out the principles to be learned from each work, and even provides detailed practice problems and supplementary lessons so that you can challenge yourself.
If you want to tell an interesting story that captivates people, try it with the help of the Storytelling Bible.
First of all, there is no need to worry about it being a 'failure'.
- You can preview some of the book's contents.
Preview
index
Entering_ Traditional principles, new adrenaline
PART 1 Basic Principles of Plot
1. Strike the hammer… [Hamlet]
2. Pose a dramatic question… [Finding Nemo]
3 Consider all possible endings… [The Night of]
4 Connect with "and" instead of "and"… [South Park] "Breast Cancer" Episode
5. Increase the risk… [Pulp Fiction]
6. Collide Expectations with Reality… [Breaking Bad] 'Methylamine Freight Train' Episode
7. Bring the development section to a crescendo… If Beale Street Could Talk
8. Begin the ending with a decisive decision… Frankenstein
9 Confirm Your Resolutions… [The Godfather II]
10. Finish quickly… [Manchun]
PART 2 Basic Principles of Characters
11 The protagonist must be proactive and decisive… [Red Dead Redemption]
12. Create a Dilemma… 'The Best of Times, the Worst of Times'
13 Layer upon layer of conflict… 『Ms. Marvel Vol.
1: Abnormal
14 Peel the Onion… [Disease Interpreter]
15 Characters must use their brains as much as possible… [Stan]
16 Put masks on all the characters… Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
17 Transformations… Fun Home
18. Motivate Your Opponents… [Piano Lesson]
19 Fight against evil… [Draw lots]
PART 3 Basic Principles of Background, Dialogue, and Topic
20 The background must have a sense of necessity… 『The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao』
21 Show readers more than they expect… [30 Rock] 'Jack-Thor' Edition
22. Create Action-Driven Conversations… [Death of a Salesman]
23 Hide the meaning… [The Remaining Days]
24. Target the Big Game… 『Beloved』
25 Amplify the topic… [Double Indemnity]
26 Attack the subject… The Brothers Karamazov
27. Break free from rational thinking… 『Structure Distance』
Going Out_Why Do We Talk?
PART 1 Basic Principles of Plot
1. Strike the hammer… [Hamlet]
2. Pose a dramatic question… [Finding Nemo]
3 Consider all possible endings… [The Night of]
4 Connect with "and" instead of "and"… [South Park] "Breast Cancer" Episode
5. Increase the risk… [Pulp Fiction]
6. Collide Expectations with Reality… [Breaking Bad] 'Methylamine Freight Train' Episode
7. Bring the development section to a crescendo… If Beale Street Could Talk
8. Begin the ending with a decisive decision… Frankenstein
9 Confirm Your Resolutions… [The Godfather II]
10. Finish quickly… [Manchun]
PART 2 Basic Principles of Characters
11 The protagonist must be proactive and decisive… [Red Dead Redemption]
12. Create a Dilemma… 'The Best of Times, the Worst of Times'
13 Layer upon layer of conflict… 『Ms. Marvel Vol.
1: Abnormal
14 Peel the Onion… [Disease Interpreter]
15 Characters must use their brains as much as possible… [Stan]
16 Put masks on all the characters… Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
17 Transformations… Fun Home
18. Motivate Your Opponents… [Piano Lesson]
19 Fight against evil… [Draw lots]
PART 3 Basic Principles of Background, Dialogue, and Topic
20 The background must have a sense of necessity… 『The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao』
21 Show readers more than they expect… [30 Rock] 'Jack-Thor' Edition
22. Create Action-Driven Conversations… [Death of a Salesman]
23 Hide the meaning… [The Remaining Days]
24. Target the Big Game… 『Beloved』
25 Amplify the topic… [Double Indemnity]
26 Attack the subject… The Brothers Karamazov
27. Break free from rational thinking… 『Structure Distance』
Going Out_Why Do We Talk?
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Into the book
This book is for writers who want to say something important, writers who seriously craft stories, writers who dream of writing something meaningful and publishing it, writers who feel they will never be satisfied until they have unearthed the story that is buried in their stomach like a bullet, writers who want to write to the fullest extent of their talent and, if they are lucky, shake up the world with it.
--- From "Entering Traditional Principles, New Adrenaline"
The rhythm of the story of [Finding Nemo] is like this.
Questions are asked, and answers are given.
The film takes two paths, fueled by the related questions, “Can Marlin find Nemo?” and “Can Nemo escape the fishbowl?”
The writers have complete control over 'all' dramatic questions.
Anyone who has seen [Finding Nemo] will remember every scene.
Why? Because every scene is a perfectly composed short story, posing dramatic questions and cleverly answering them.
--- From "Chapter 2: Present a Dramatic Question"
The world of [Red Dead Redemption] is so well-built and detailed that it's almost awe-inspiring.
While it's often said that this surreal world is incredibly detailed, that's not the only thing that's made the game a multi-million dollar franchise.
The success of this franchise lies in building the character of John Marston.
(…) If the history of video games were written, John Marston's death would be recorded as a major event.
Thousands, maybe even millions, of players have probably cried the first time they played a game.
--- From "Chapter 11: The protagonist must be active and decisive"
As your characters become smarter, they will become more interesting and dynamic, their dialogue will become more vivid, their scenes more compelling, and their themes richer.
--- From "Chapter 15: Characters Must Use Their Brains as Much as Possible"
Rowling was inspired to write the Harry Potter series while working for a human rights organization.
There can be no doubt that she is interested in the powerless, in those with the most desperate needs.
Through Lupin's story, and his continued attempts to wear the mask, Rowling boldly addresses the value of compassion and what it means to actually do good.
--- From "Chapter 16: Put a Mask on Everyone"
These principles are not a manual that must be followed to create a masterpiece.
If you can write a masterpiece with a few button presses and pulls of a few pulleys, what's the fun in that? So how do you know if you've written a compelling story with a compelling twist? Rely on your own judgment, intellect, taste, and style.
If the story feels authentic to you, that's enough.
--- "Chapter 17: Transformation"
Stories become more interesting and psychologically engaging when characters hide their true intentions.
We must hide as much (if not more) than we reveal.
There is only one way to convey the meaning as it is.
It means speaking your mind directly.
But there are countless ways to hide meaning and speak.
--- From "Chapter 23: Hide the Meaning"
Merriam-Webster's dictionary defines 'story' as 'an account of events.'
This is not a description that reflects the story well.
I'd like to try to come up with a more complete, hopeful, and inspiring definition.
“A carefully constructed series of events.
Featuring a strong-willed and compelling character who undergoes profound transformation within a specially designed world.
This transformation of character takes place through a journey that is emotionally fulfilling and resolves in a surprising, yet believable and meaningful way.
As a result, the storyteller, the reader (and often the characters) discover a deep-rooted truth.
“We call these transcendent, shared experiences stories.” Aim high.
You can write stories like this.
--- From "Entering Traditional Principles, New Adrenaline"
The rhythm of the story of [Finding Nemo] is like this.
Questions are asked, and answers are given.
The film takes two paths, fueled by the related questions, “Can Marlin find Nemo?” and “Can Nemo escape the fishbowl?”
The writers have complete control over 'all' dramatic questions.
Anyone who has seen [Finding Nemo] will remember every scene.
Why? Because every scene is a perfectly composed short story, posing dramatic questions and cleverly answering them.
--- From "Chapter 2: Present a Dramatic Question"
The world of [Red Dead Redemption] is so well-built and detailed that it's almost awe-inspiring.
While it's often said that this surreal world is incredibly detailed, that's not the only thing that's made the game a multi-million dollar franchise.
The success of this franchise lies in building the character of John Marston.
(…) If the history of video games were written, John Marston's death would be recorded as a major event.
Thousands, maybe even millions, of players have probably cried the first time they played a game.
--- From "Chapter 11: The protagonist must be active and decisive"
As your characters become smarter, they will become more interesting and dynamic, their dialogue will become more vivid, their scenes more compelling, and their themes richer.
--- From "Chapter 15: Characters Must Use Their Brains as Much as Possible"
Rowling was inspired to write the Harry Potter series while working for a human rights organization.
There can be no doubt that she is interested in the powerless, in those with the most desperate needs.
Through Lupin's story, and his continued attempts to wear the mask, Rowling boldly addresses the value of compassion and what it means to actually do good.
--- From "Chapter 16: Put a Mask on Everyone"
These principles are not a manual that must be followed to create a masterpiece.
If you can write a masterpiece with a few button presses and pulls of a few pulleys, what's the fun in that? So how do you know if you've written a compelling story with a compelling twist? Rely on your own judgment, intellect, taste, and style.
If the story feels authentic to you, that's enough.
--- "Chapter 17: Transformation"
Stories become more interesting and psychologically engaging when characters hide their true intentions.
We must hide as much (if not more) than we reveal.
There is only one way to convey the meaning as it is.
It means speaking your mind directly.
But there are countless ways to hide meaning and speak.
--- From "Chapter 23: Hide the Meaning"
Merriam-Webster's dictionary defines 'story' as 'an account of events.'
This is not a description that reflects the story well.
I'd like to try to come up with a more complete, hopeful, and inspiring definition.
“A carefully constructed series of events.
Featuring a strong-willed and compelling character who undergoes profound transformation within a specially designed world.
This transformation of character takes place through a journey that is emotionally fulfilling and resolves in a surprising, yet believable and meaningful way.
As a result, the storyteller, the reader (and often the characters) discover a deep-rooted truth.
“We call these transcendent, shared experiences stories.” Aim high.
You can write stories like this.
--- From "Why Do We Talk As We Go Out"
Publisher's Review
All About Strong Storytelling
A Guide for Those Who Want to Write Immersive Stories
For some, writing is the 'romance' of life.
It's something to dream about, but it's never easy.
Even the creation of a 'new world' involves endless struggles and trial and error.
Where should I start? What kind of characters should I create, and how should I develop the story to create a compelling narrative? Is there a way to make the story I'm writing more engaging? "The Storytelling Bible" compiles 27 principles that will provide practical help to aspiring and current writers alike, helping them achieve high-quality storytelling.
First, we classified the principles into plot, characters, background, dialogue, and theme.
The entire process from beginning to end of the story is designed to help readers find the right advice to complement their shortcomings.
Based on the works of over 120 masters, examples of each principle are intuitively presented, and methods for direct application are placed throughout.
As a senior writer, the author repeatedly emphasizes not to suppress individual creativity, citing Bruce Lee's words, "Follow the principles, but don't be constrained."
For those who want to write stories that captivate many people while maintaining their own unique style, there is now only one thing left to do.
Motivated by the storytelling tips and advice from the book, I'm taking the courage to start writing!
From Harry Potter to Nemo, from Shakespeare to Eminem
A comprehensive collection of the latest references for plays, movies, dramas, games, speeches, and more.
They say that just reading great writing and copying it verbatim helps with writing.
Moreover, the importance of finding good works and getting ideas from them when creating stories cannot be overemphasized.
However, it is not easy to find the ‘textbook for me’ that you need.
The author, who works as a writing coach and has experience writing for various media, has selected works that he would recommend regardless of field or genre.
And it analyzes in detail the reasons why these works are loved by many people.
By citing not only classics from hundreds of years ago, but also works we can easily access, such as animation, rap lyrics, fantasy films, television sitcoms, and popular games, we have made it easier for readers to understand and enjoy.
We analyze Shakespeare's storytelling techniques in detail in Hamlet to see why he is called a master, and explore why Finding Nemo became the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
We introduce Eminem's songs that complete a wonderful story through characters that are more terrifying and dramatic than any movie, and explain the storytelling principles used by the author through 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban', which is considered the best of the 'Harry Potter' series.
The author says that good storytelling can be found anywhere.
There are wonderful storytelling secrets in someone's speech, in the lyrics of a song we hear every day, in a game where you have to complete a mission, and even in the announcement made by a pilot during turbulence.
The Storytelling Bible helps you find the textbook that's right for you.
Enough with theories, here are some practical, concrete methods!
Homeschooling writing that helps you practice on your own
I've read the book, listened to the lecture, and am ready.
The theory is perfect.
However, there are probably quite a few people who have experienced frustration when they tried to write and found that they could not make any progress.
It is never easy to smoothly unravel the world that only I know in my head.
Even experienced writers say that there are days when they can't write a single word in front of a monitor, so it's no surprise that aspiring or novice writers find it difficult to start off.
Having worked on projects for Hollywood networks like NBC and the WB and written for over 25 years, the author understands this writer's struggle better than anyone.
After explaining the 27 principles necessary for a beloved story in the book, he teaches readers how to apply each principle to their writing through 'practice problems'.
There is no right answer in the text, but the author explains the connection to the principle through the answer he thinks is the most appropriate.
Going a step further, through 'Supplementary Lessons', we provide a path for readers to think and ponder on how to find each principle in existing works.
The author emphasizes that “you don’t have to read this book all the way through, and you don’t have to start from chapter 1.”
The Storytelling Bible is a reference book that provides practical advice to writers whenever they get stuck in the middle of writing a story, can't think of a line, or feel like the story doesn't make sense.
A Guide for Those Who Want to Write Immersive Stories
For some, writing is the 'romance' of life.
It's something to dream about, but it's never easy.
Even the creation of a 'new world' involves endless struggles and trial and error.
Where should I start? What kind of characters should I create, and how should I develop the story to create a compelling narrative? Is there a way to make the story I'm writing more engaging? "The Storytelling Bible" compiles 27 principles that will provide practical help to aspiring and current writers alike, helping them achieve high-quality storytelling.
First, we classified the principles into plot, characters, background, dialogue, and theme.
The entire process from beginning to end of the story is designed to help readers find the right advice to complement their shortcomings.
Based on the works of over 120 masters, examples of each principle are intuitively presented, and methods for direct application are placed throughout.
As a senior writer, the author repeatedly emphasizes not to suppress individual creativity, citing Bruce Lee's words, "Follow the principles, but don't be constrained."
For those who want to write stories that captivate many people while maintaining their own unique style, there is now only one thing left to do.
Motivated by the storytelling tips and advice from the book, I'm taking the courage to start writing!
From Harry Potter to Nemo, from Shakespeare to Eminem
A comprehensive collection of the latest references for plays, movies, dramas, games, speeches, and more.
They say that just reading great writing and copying it verbatim helps with writing.
Moreover, the importance of finding good works and getting ideas from them when creating stories cannot be overemphasized.
However, it is not easy to find the ‘textbook for me’ that you need.
The author, who works as a writing coach and has experience writing for various media, has selected works that he would recommend regardless of field or genre.
And it analyzes in detail the reasons why these works are loved by many people.
By citing not only classics from hundreds of years ago, but also works we can easily access, such as animation, rap lyrics, fantasy films, television sitcoms, and popular games, we have made it easier for readers to understand and enjoy.
We analyze Shakespeare's storytelling techniques in detail in Hamlet to see why he is called a master, and explore why Finding Nemo became the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
We introduce Eminem's songs that complete a wonderful story through characters that are more terrifying and dramatic than any movie, and explain the storytelling principles used by the author through 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban', which is considered the best of the 'Harry Potter' series.
The author says that good storytelling can be found anywhere.
There are wonderful storytelling secrets in someone's speech, in the lyrics of a song we hear every day, in a game where you have to complete a mission, and even in the announcement made by a pilot during turbulence.
The Storytelling Bible helps you find the textbook that's right for you.
Enough with theories, here are some practical, concrete methods!
Homeschooling writing that helps you practice on your own
I've read the book, listened to the lecture, and am ready.
The theory is perfect.
However, there are probably quite a few people who have experienced frustration when they tried to write and found that they could not make any progress.
It is never easy to smoothly unravel the world that only I know in my head.
Even experienced writers say that there are days when they can't write a single word in front of a monitor, so it's no surprise that aspiring or novice writers find it difficult to start off.
Having worked on projects for Hollywood networks like NBC and the WB and written for over 25 years, the author understands this writer's struggle better than anyone.
After explaining the 27 principles necessary for a beloved story in the book, he teaches readers how to apply each principle to their writing through 'practice problems'.
There is no right answer in the text, but the author explains the connection to the principle through the answer he thinks is the most appropriate.
Going a step further, through 'Supplementary Lessons', we provide a path for readers to think and ponder on how to find each principle in existing works.
The author emphasizes that “you don’t have to read this book all the way through, and you don’t have to start from chapter 1.”
The Storytelling Bible is a reference book that provides practical advice to writers whenever they get stuck in the middle of writing a story, can't think of a line, or feel like the story doesn't make sense.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Publication date: December 17, 2020
- Page count, weight, size: 520 pages | 726g | 150*210*35mm
- ISBN13: 9788968332883
- ISBN10: 8968332886
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