7-Step Storytelling… How to Take Control of Your Story Themes 26 Jan 202226 Jan 2022 Whenever you try to take control of your story themes, does it feel as elusive as the Holy Grail? In this post, I’ll share principles to develop your story’s external,…
7-Step Storytelling… Create and Structure Your Plot with 7-Step Storytelling Tools 19 Jan 202224 Jan 2022 The main plot is a thread of crucial events that comprise the narrative of what occurs within the story (i.e., the cause) and the result (i.e., the effect). Create and…
7-Step Storytelling… Dare to Create Unique Character Descriptions and Distinct Voices 12 Jan 202212 Jan 2022 A lengthy cast requires diverse characters so readers don’t get confused. Even though enneagram types simplify developing realistic personality traits and behavior ranges, dare to create unique character descriptions and…
7-Step Storytelling… Overcome Busyness and Become a Better Writer 5 Jan 20225 Jan 2022 This month, the Insecure Writer’s Support Group (IWSG) asked, “What's the one thing about your writing career you regret the most? Were you able to overcome it?” I regret how…
7-Step Storytelling… Premise Guides Your Story 29 Dec 202129 Dec 2021 On September 1, 1983, Korean Air Lines Flight 007 left from New York City for Seoul, Korea, with a stopover in Anchorage, Alaska. Upon departure from Anchorage, the plan deviated…
7-Step Storytelling… What Can Free Checklists for Writers Do for You? 22 Dec 202127 Dec 2021 In his inspirational book, Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right, Dr. Atul Gawande gave several examples of how checklists save lives every day. If checklists work for hospitals and…
