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...
by Nanci | 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...
by Nanci | Dec 18, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
What is scene? What is summary? In this episode, learn the difference between scene and summary, the benefits of each, and how to write both. Download as an MP3 by right-clicking here and choosing “save as.” Episode at a glance: [02:02] There are common ways...
by Nanci | Oct 23, 2023 | Podcast, Scene
How do you write stronger, more structured scenes that excite you and captivate your reader? Each scene is a microcosm of the whole story. It creates an emotional connection to your reader. But when scenes lack structure and focus, readers don’t know what to pay...
by Nanci | Jul 31, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
To make your writing vivid, you want to bring concrete details into each scene. Each particular place you set your scene in – whether it’s a room, a yard, or an alley- will have objects. In this episode, we’re going to talk about including objects...
by Nanci | Jul 24, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
Setting is a vital, yet often underused element in story. Setting allows for the interaction between characters and their environment, and it weaves together a vivid world for your reader to drop into. In this episode, I’ll share four ways to bring...
