diyMFA Book Club, Prompt #8: What's your favorite story type?

The first thing I did with this question was to find out what was meant by story type. The authors of "diyMFA," Gabriela Pereira and Jacquelyn Mitchard give us some ideas in chapter 11 of their book. The authors believe a story is about power or conflict with three choices/options for the struggle:

• The protagonist confronts an antagonist with more power-underdog story (even if only portrayed as such)
• rags-to-riches story
• pygmalion-type story
• The protagonist confronts an antagonist of equal power-this type always pits the protagonist against another character (who may not, necessarily, be evil but does cause conflict)
• The protagonist confronts himself-not a novel length story in itself, but an important part

For more detailed information about story type, read chapter 11 in the diyMFA by Gabriela Pereira, Jacquelyn Mitchard.

When I'm in the mood to read just for reading sake, I tend to turn to the underdog story. Most often it's the millionth time I've read that book. I know the story, it's an easy read, and the best part is I learn something new. About the characters, the situation, or pick up something about how it is written. (When I realize this, I pray it's not because I have Alzheimer's)

So now I have another question to answer with this prompt:

What kind of conflict or power play is at work in your current work-in-progress?

Blue Rose, a Second Chances novel is the second type--the protagonist confronts an antagonist of equal power with a little bit of the third type--the protagonist confronts herself.

Kate, the protagonist in Blue Rose, is madly in love with her husband and is bonded to Theodore, an alien from the planet Autocritas. Kate struggles to remain faithful to her husband despite her desire for Theodore through the bond. She agrees to take a short trip in his spaceship, a life-long dream, and fights within herself to keep her marital vows. This internal struggle creates conflict between her and Theodore. This is the third story type.

The second story type is evident from the first moment Kate realizes Theodore is present. Thinking her love for her husband will continue to protect her from the bond, Kate agrees to leave Earth with Theodore. This part of Blue Rose, the protagonist confronts an antagonist of equal power and covers the "hate to love" romance.

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Presently reading:

diyMFA by Gabriela Pereira, Jacquelyn Mitchard
Time and Again by Jack Finney

Storm by D.J. MacHale (this series holds a special place in my heart. The character Tori Sleeper is my daughter.)

Recently finished:

Sylo by D.J. MacHale (this series holds a special place in my heart. The character Tori Sleeper is my daughter.)

Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
It Cannoli Be Murder by Karoline Barrett
Conquering Hope by Kionne L. McGhee
The Host by Stephanie Meyer


Preparing for thoracic surgery as I learn more medical terms and conditions and learn to live in this aging body. Fighting high cholesterol, 268mg/DL, with Plexus MegaX 1 twice a day or essential oils: 1 drop Cassia Essential Oil and 2 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil in veggie caps twice a day or 2 drops Cassia Essential Oil and 4-5 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil in the veggie caps once a day. (Ensure the essential oil is safe for ingestion. Before injesting, discuss your plans with your Doctor. Cassia Essential oil is a blood thinner and it's use, even in small amounts must be considered against this risk. Cinnamon Bark Oil may be a better choice for those more sensitive to Cassia's blood thinning effects.) Cassia and Lemongrass essential oils can be used, 30 drops (15 drops each if mixing the Cassia and Lemongrass oils) mixed with an ounce of a carrier or fractionated oil, such as Fractionated Coconut Oil and rubbed into belly twice a day before a significant meal. Rub in a clockwise motion. This helps with digestion and circulation. (Never apply essential oils directly on the skin. For those with sensitivities, apply in a small test area before applying to the belly.)

MRI, Cardiac Pet, and thoracic surgery scheduled.Now to get everything accomplished in the next three weeks.