I've always
enjoyed classical mythology. The archetypes speak to me as they have to
millions of people throughout the centuries. Edith Hamilton and her book Mythology, was my first introduction
into the classic stories of man verses god and sometimes himself. In college, I
discovered Joseph Campbell and how mythic images are still with us today.
If you
aren't familiar with Joseph Campbell's work and want a quick introduction, then
I'd recommend Reflections on
the Art of Living: A Joseph Campbell Companion edited by Diane K. Osborn. It is a
beautifully compiled series of his lectures and thoughts on mythic subjects and
how they still influence and inspire us. It also provides a good introduction
into the concept of the hero’s journey and examples of its continued use in
modern novels and movies.
In
regards writing and how mythic imagery still influences storytellers, my two
favorite books are The Writer’s Journey
and The Artist’s Way.
The
Writer's Journey was one of
the first writing books that I read.
Myths and mythic images have always helped inspire my stories and characters,
and the idea of crafting a story along the lines of the hero's journey appeals
to me. The plotting techniques are great for helping me create both simple and
complex stories and characters that appeal to a wide range of people.
Another
writing book that appeals to my mythological side is The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. The book offers some
great writing techniques for inspiring the muse. Her method of daily journaling
helps keep writer's block at bay.
I’m always on the lookout for great new books on the
art and craft of writing. I’d love to hear some of your suggestions for books
dealing with the hero’s journey and using it to plot and write. Also, please
check out Engagement of Convenience,
my Harlequin Historical debut and see if you can spot an archetype or two.
Engagement
of Convenience by Georgie Lee
Blurb
Julia Howard longs
for the freedom her inheritance will bring her—but with her controlling brother
holding the purse strings, she's going to need a most convenient engagement… An encounter in the
woods with a dashing stranger couldn't be more timely.
Wounded, his life at sea at an end, Captain James Covington isn't prepared for the dull ache of civilian life. He sees in Julia a fellow adventurous spirit—willing to risk all. Could agreeing to her outrageous proposal help him recapture a reason to live as they face the biggest adventure of all—marriage?
Wounded, his life at sea at an end, Captain James Covington isn't prepared for the dull ache of civilian life. He sees in Julia a fellow adventurous spirit—willing to risk all. Could agreeing to her outrageous proposal help him recapture a reason to live as they face the biggest adventure of all—marriage?
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Links
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BIO:
A
dedicated history and film buff, Georgie Lee loves combining her passion for
Hollywood, history and storytelling through romantic fiction. She began writing
professionally at a small TV station in San Diego before moving to Los Angeles
to work in the interesting but strange world of the entertainment industry.
Her
first novel, Lady’s Wager, and her
contemporary novella, Rock ‘n’ Roll
Reunion are both available from Ellora’s Cave Blush. Labor Relations, a contemporary romance of Hollywood, and Studio Relations, a love story set in
1935 Hollywood, are currently available from Montlake Romance. Hero’s Redemption, a Regency novella, is
now available from Carina Press.
When
not writing, Georgie enjoys reading non-fiction history and watching any movie
with a costume and an accent. Please visit
www.georgie-lee.com for more
information about Georgie and her novels.
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