Various authors talk about the concept of an oddball character, how to avoid stereotypes, and give depth to them. They also discuss the difference between being eccentric, an “oddball,” and crazy.
Metamorphosis of a Book into a Film
The book to film process has changed and authors need to be just as marketable as their books. Peter Miller goes over things that film agents look at when considering a book. Well-known and global authors have more say in film rights than new authors.