Tag: Writing Short Stories
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Plot of a Story Example
A masterwork gives us a plot of a story example, serving as a pattern for your novel. Use the Trellis Method’s workbooks to analyze plots.
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Split-screen Character Development: Villain vs. Hero
Are you like most writers, focusing on the hero’s character development while shortchanging the villain’s profile? Do this instead!
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Evaluating The Many ‘Write a Book for Beginners’ Courses
I enjoyed evaluating write a book for beginners courses, but I also vowed to share the secrets of bestselling authors. Here’s why…
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A Story Beats HOOK Example
The story HOOK conveys what the story is about, establishes the actions required for upcoming events, and entertains readers.
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Writing Principles: How to Write a Logline for Your Novel
A premise guides a writer strategically, and a logline interests an audience emotionally. Learn how to write a logline for your novel.
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How to Outline the Story Body of Your Novel
A fast and fun way to outline a novel that won’t make your palms sweat. I’ll show you how to outline the story body of your novel.
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Structure Unstructurables: The Secret to Harnessing Writers’ Passions and Dreams
Gain a glimpse of how top writers structure unstructurables, embedding their passions and dreams into their writing projects.
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Plot a Story Using the Story Body Structure
Readers sense when something is missing from the narrative. To satisfy readers’ expectations, plot a story using the Story Body.
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Build a Story Spine
Build a Story Spine that supports a well-constructed narrative. It’s a multifaceted writer’s tool enabling you to identify your core message.
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Fiction Writers: Map Your Plot Structure and Weave Together Subplot Threads Like a Pro
Plot structure includes subplots, and I’ll show how you can use those patterns to make your writing life more interesting and fun.
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Think Inspiration Produces Great Stories? Think Again!
I’m all for writers encouraged by inspiration, but great stories rely on structure to exceed readers’ expectations, and here’s how to do it.
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Your Personal Writing Process
Why do so many writers complain about the writing process? Here’s the answer, empowering you to write a book readers will love.