A Montage of Hegemonies
An experiment in hyper-text-fiction, this site offers a short story told through multiple lenses--a masculinist hegemony, a feminist hegemony, a mythic hegemony, a surreal hegemony, a poetic hegemony and a feline hegemony. Take your time and have a look around--there are 6 main stories and over 100 hyper-text links throughout. You can create your own meaning and order, al la Barthes, or follow a traditional, linear approach. It's up to you, the viewer, to make of it what you will. Give the flash slide shows time to load--and hover your mouse everywhere--just about everything is clickable! Enjoy!
Dynamic Revision
Five Ways to Enhance Meaning in Narrative
Abstract: Linear models for writing follow a ‘first . . .then . . .finally’ approach placing revision at the end—after the creative act (Sommers, 1980). This methodology is useful when editing for grammatical errors and syntax though a more holistic and ‘intra-writing’ approach supports revising for meaning. Using five key elements—point of view, time as structure, detail, dialog and register—revision for meaning is explored in the context of an example short story. Excerpts from a variety of novels and other works are also referenced. By being aware of these elements throughout the writing process, writers will be able to improve revision, clarifying meaning and adding weight to their narrative. View PDF
Fiction in Another world:
The Participation Mystique as an alternative model to the willing suspension of disbelief in reader/audience immersion
Abstract: The predominate explanation for immersion in fiction—novels, films, electronic games, theatre—is the willing suspension of disbelief. This model is examined and found unable to account for the depth of emotional engagement in reader/audiences. Through a discussion of plausibility and belief, and the binary opposites of imagined and real emotions, the concept of a ‘third space’ of engagement with fiction is considered, supported by the ideas of Holland (2002) Winnicott, (1998) and Jung (1971). Tolkien’s (1966) concept of a ‘secondary world’ is related to Lucien Levi-Bruhl’s participation mystique proposing the latter as an alternative model to the willing suspension of disbelief in reader/audience immersion. This hypothesis has potential ramifications across multiple disciplines—literature, arts, philosophy, sociology, psychology and behavioral sciences—inviting further consideration and study. View PDF
Kim Falconer. LPW504-SP 2 Swinburne University of Technology. August 3, 2007 - Print Version
Abstract: Many writers refer to creative inspiration as the Muse—an illusive creature beyond their control. By exploring the notion of inspired creativity through a multidisciplinary approach of mythology, fairytale and the collective unconscious, an archetypal image is revealed, depicting the Muse in her ancient guise, and through the symbolism of mermaids. Residing in the depths of the unconscious, the ebb and flow of creativity is highlighted, offering strategies on how to attract the Muse and encourage her to stay. The hypertext links give instant access to references, definitions, examples of author interviews and sites for further study. Concluding with practical exercises for approaching the ‘blank page,’ this site offers a ‘how to’ guide for writers who want to make friends with their inner Muse.
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