Storytelling in the style of Ghibli. Learning to create stories using Hayao Miyazaki's method

What makes the stories of Studio Ghibli recognizable and beloved by different generations of viewers? Why do audiences empathize with the characters and believe in worlds where the boundary between reality and imagination is almost indistinguishable? Li Nuhe, a writer, screenwriter, and big fan of Miyazaki-san's works and his team, tries to answer these and many other questions by analyzing the unique creative method of the genius of Japanese animation and his studio.

This book is a practical tool that will help you look at the art of storytelling through the lens of Hayao Miyazaki, while not losing your own voice. The author thoroughly examines the stages of developing a concept, from finding an idea to creating convincing characters and a colorful, well-developed universe. Each section is accompanied by a brief summary and practice questions, allowing you to immediately apply the techniques learned in practice.