by Nanci | Jan 30, 2023 | Craft, Podcast
All stories since the beginning of time have involved conflict. Conflict is the essence of dramatic action. Somebody wants something, and goes out to get it. And has trouble getting it. That’s what story is in a nutshell. Conflict in story is essential because it...
by Nanci | Jan 23, 2023 | Craft, Podcast
How do you write a great introduction for your story? An opening that draws a reader in, establishes the voice of your main character, and whets your reader’s appetite for more? Whether it’s an agent, publisher, or the person browsing Barnes and Noble, a reader will...
by Nanci | Jan 16, 2023 | Craft, Podcast
How do you take an idea from its nebulous beginnings and turn it into a story? You may have a feeling about what you want to write, but you don’t know where to start. Or, you’ve already started writing something, but you can’t keep it going. In this...
by Nanci | Dec 19, 2022 | Craft, Podcast
First-person is a highly versatile point of view. And there’s always an implied audience. In today’s episode, we’ll explore 3 varieties of first-person narration, with a focus on who the first-person character is addressing. Download as an MP3 by...
by Nanci | Dec 12, 2022 | Craft, Podcast
For many, writing in first person comes naturally. And for memoir writers, it’s the only choice. First person has some advantages over third person. But it comes with its own challenges. In this episode, we’ll cover the advantages of first person, and 5...
by Nanci | Dec 5, 2022 | Craft, Podcast
Outlining is one of those requirements we either love or hate. But the best outlines aren’t rigid, or even painstaking. The most effective outlines are breathable. They’re a guide to help you track your story, your cast of characters, and what happens. An...
