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Some Graphic Novel Creation Tips

These five tips are more reminders to myself than anything else. A) Punch your reader with a strategically-placed potentially iconic moment , that is, 1) a critical part of your story that's 2) not only visually arresting, but also 3) triggers a strong emotional response in your reader that 4) lingers long after your book is put down. It becomes iconic when the reader 5) associates that moment with a real-life event. B) Make advantages disadvantages, and vice-versa. Add depth to your characters by exploring situations where a character's strength is actually a weakness (because perfection is boring), and where a weakness is actually a strength (because we root for underdogs). And make these developments matter in the course of your story. Strengths and weaknesses can be, but are not limited to, abilities, a personality trait, a status in society, or even a relationship. C) Apart from dramatic roles, assign thematic roles to characters. Once you've decided on the them

NOLI THE MUSICAL OPEN TPs SILVER YEAR

[Press release from Tanghalang Pilipino] In honour of Jose Rizal’s 150th birthday, Noli Me Tangere: The Musical will officially open Tanghalang Pilipino’s Silver Theater Season. The critically acclaimed musical adapted by Ryan Cayabyab from Rizal’s most famous work will be restaged, with libretto by National Artist Bienvenido Lumbera and under the direction of theater luminary Audie Gemora . Costume design is by National Artist Salvador Bernal . The artistic panel is now on its final stages in completing the powerhouse cast, including the finalization of the participation of Mark Bautista as Ibarra and Cris Villonco as Maria Clara. The official cast will be announced during the latter part of May. A series of special events are now in the planning stages as part of the prestigious celebration, such as an exhibit of Bernal’s works – which will be mounted during the entire run of the production. A special auction is also set as renowned jeweler, Hans Brumman, creates pieces ins

Good Housekeeping: May 2011

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With the May issue of Good Housekeeping, you'll learn: how to save time, money, and effort prepping for the coming school year; recipes your kids can help make; how to add oomph to your garden with potted plants; the most important lessons celebs learned from their moms; Mother's Day ideas and treats, and a whole lot more... for only P100!! Mas mura pa sa sine! Also, get the chance to win a P150,000 Kitchen Makeover! Buy na! Now na!