Becca Puglisi Books
Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi are the co-authors of the popular writing resource, The Negative Trait Thesaurus. They are known for their expertise in helping writers create well-rounded, authentic characters through their series of Thesaurus books. With backgrounds in teaching and writing, Ackerman and Puglisi have dedicated themselves to providing valuable tools and guidance for authors looking to improve their craft. Their work has been widely praised in the writing community and has become essential reading for aspiring and established writers alike.
The Negative Trait Thesaurus
What's The Negative Trait Thesaurus about?
The Negative Trait Thesaurus by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi is a valuable resource for writers looking to create well-rounded and believable characters. It provides an extensive list of negative traits and explores how these traits can manifest in a character's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With practical tips and examples, this book helps writers develop complex and realistic characters that drive their stories forward.
Who should read The Negative Trait Thesaurus?
Writers who want to create well-rounded and realistic characters with flaws
Authors looking to deepen their understanding of character development and psychology
Storytellers who want to avoid clichéd or one-dimensional character traits
What's The Emotion Thesaurus about?
The Emotion Thesaurus by Becca Puglisi is a valuable resource for writers looking to enhance their characters’ emotional depth. It provides a wide range of emotions and corresponding body language, thoughts, and visceral sensations, offering writers new ways to express their characters’ feelings. This book is a must-have for any writer seeking to create more authentic and compelling characters.
Who should read The Emotion Thesaurus?
Writers who want to deepen their characters’ emotional experiences
Authors looking to improve their ability to show, not tell, emotions in their writing
Aspiring and experienced novelists seeking to create more compelling and relatable characters