What is an archetype? An archetype is, simply, a pattern or model that exemplifies the main characteristics and functions of a particular thing - in our case, the supporting characters in a novel. Archtypes in literature are patterns that have been built up over centuries - even millenia - of hu| Set Your Muse on Fire!
I’ve covered a lot about developing characters and writing about them, here on Aliventures. I wanted to collect those posts together in one place so you can find them easily.| Aliventures
Are you thinking about sending your story or novel to a beta reader? It can feel really daunting to share your work with someone else to get their thoughts – but direct, specific feedback on your writing is the best way I know of to improve!| Aliventures
This post was first published in April 2019 and last updated in May 2025.| Aliventures
This post was first published in May 2017 and last updated in January 2025.| Aliventures
Your protagonist has a character arc where they change (for better or worse) throughout the story. But what IS a character arc? That's what we unpack here.| Aliventures | Making the most of your writing time
The stories that stick with me are ones where the characters feel like real people, with lives before the story begins … and lives that continue after the final page.| Aliventures