by Nanci | Mar 10, 2025 | Craft, Podcast
First person narration puts readers directly into a character’s head, creating an intimate and immediate experience. This perspective allows for deep emotional connection and personal stakes. But it also comes with unique challenges. Unlike third person, which...
by Nanci | Jan 20, 2025 | Craft, Podcast
When should you write from multiple points of view, rather than one? And how do you do it? in this episode, I’ll cover 4 reasons to use multiple points of view, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to make sure your multiple points of view are integrated into your...
by Nanci | Nov 4, 2024 | Craft, Podcast
Predictability may keep us feeling safe and certain in real life. But it’s fatal in story. You never want the reader to see what’s coming next. You want to keep readers guessing. A great story is unpredictable. Once the reader can predict how the plot will...
by Nanci | Jul 15, 2024 | Craft, Plot, Podcast
by Nanci | 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...
