tropetastic-thursdays

My last post was about multitasking, and one would think I already had enough on my plate, but nope! One would be wrong. I decided to add more STUFF to my list. First and foremost, Sweet Escape, my latest short story, is available now. You *could* buy it from Amazon for $0.99, OR! if you […]

Trope: Author Avatar Description: Not limited solely to books, the Author Avatar is a version of the creator of a work inserted into the work itself. This can work in a number of different ways. Sometimes the Author Avatar is the narrator, giving opinions on what’s going on in the story. Other times, he/she just […]

Trope: Audience Surrogate (#3) Description: In this type of Audience Surrogate, the character is crafted so audience members can easily picture themselves in his/her place. Obviously, great writing (or film-making, or theater) is supposed to make us feel like we’re right there amidst the action, but this is a bit stronger than that. Sometimes it’s […]

Trope: The Watson / Audience Surrogate #2* (*I was going to make this a three-part series, but I think Point of View has been discussed to death on writing blogs. Two parts it is! Don’t forget to pop in next week!) Description: The Watson serves as the voice of the audience, asking clarifying questions so […]

And we’re back! Trope: Pretty Boy Description: While usually handsome in his own right, the Pretty Boy isn’t your rugged, muscular, lumberjack type. You know, the type that oozes testosterone with his every grunt. Pretty Boys are typically on the slender side (if not shorter than your average male), and have more dainty, delicate facial […]

Even though it’s not part of the main trio, I decided to throw in one more hair-related trope for fun before we move on! Trope: Eerie Pale-Skinned Brunette Description: Not to be confused with the Brainy Brunette, the Eerie Pale-Skinned Brunette has very dark (maybe even black) hair and never ever sports a tan. Not […]

You knew it was coming! Trope: Fiery Redhead Description: Unlike her softer-haired counterparts, the Fiery Redhead is as bold as her tresses. She’s outgoing and outspoken, with a strong personality that won’t let her back down from anything. You do not want to make an enemy out of the Fiery Redhead. She’s got a bigger […]

Part Two of this series! (I bet you can guess what’s coming up next week….) Trope: Brainy Brunette Description: If there’s a female character who’s known for her intelligence (as in, that’s her most prominent trait), there’s a very high chance she’ll be a brunette. Hot Librarians and Hot Scientists often fall into this category. […]

This week’s TTT is the first of a three-part series about one of the most basic descriptors writers use (and its implications). Trope: Dumb Blonde Description: Need a ditzy character? Making her a blonde is one way to solidify that characterization, thanks to some old stereotypes. “Dumb” can cover a lot here – she can […]

Trope: I Have Your Wife Description: In this plot trope, the villain does something especially dastardly – he/she kidnaps someone very close to the hero in an effort to manipulate him to follow their orders. As the trope name indicates, wives are usually the victims here, but everyone from children to very close friends can […]

(Don’t forget to leave a comment on the Spring is in the Air Blog Hop for some prizes and to check out the rest of my VBT schedule! Also, this is my 100th post! Woo hoo!) Trope: The Lost Lenore Description: The Lost Lenore is a dead love interest of one of the main characters. […]

Sorry for the late Trope-tastic Thursday! If you’re looking to participate in the Spring is in the Air Blog Hop, make sure you leave a comment on this post. Trope: Hot Scientist Description: Who says women can’t be smart AND sexy? The Hot Scientist is always dressed to impress (with or without white lab coat) […]