Ernest Hemingway
The great American writer Ernest Hemingway once said:
"When writing a novel a writer should create living people; people not characters. A character is a caricature."
What do you think he means by this statement? Do you agree or disagree with him? Can you think of any examples to support your position? Post your responses to these questions in the discussions area. Then, return to the topic several times over the next few days to read your coursemates' posts. Reply to at least two of them, making sure to ask questions and encourage further conversation.