Scene Goals: Why You Need Them, How To Write Them

Scene Goals: Why You Need Them, How To Write Them

by | Jul 8, 2024 | Craft, Podcast, Scene

Often what gets in the way of an otherwise great scene is a lack of compelling character goals. Without a goal in each scene, a story lacks two vital things: tension and momentum. In this episode, we’ll explore why you need a goal in every scene, and 3 types of...
5 Must-Have Scenes To Include In Your Story

5 Must-Have Scenes To Include In Your Story

by | Jun 24, 2024 | Craft, Podcast, Scene

Scenes set up the structural pace of your story. Some scenes are more action driven, so they move at a faster clip. Other scenes are more reflective and move slower. Some scenes have more intensity, some have less. Which is why you need different scene types in your...
How To Write Your First And Final Scenes

How To Write Your First And Final Scenes

by | Jun 18, 2024 | Craft, Podcast

Do you write your first scene over and over, trying to get it just right? But it just never feels like you’re nailing it? Many writers spend way too much time on their opening scene without considering how the beginning scene relates to the main...

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