Ever wondered what people actually meant by “he’s such a bad boy” or why “she’s a total free spirit” had anything to do with the plot of a movie? For one, archetypes play a large role in character motivation and dynamics. Plus, archetypes are a great way to codify and play around with our characters, especially in the romance genre where the story and stakes revolve completely around our heroes and heroines. Continue reading “Hero & Heroine Archetypes: The Boss”