Bad Character Intros vs Good Character Intros (Writing Advice)
Learn what separates a great character introduction from a bad one. Examples from Star Wars, Batman, Guardians of the Galaxy, Die Hard, and more! https://youtu.be/9LXPqSEgP7I
How to Create LIKABLE Villains (Writing Advice)
Learn how to make charismatic, interesting villains that audiences will love. Examples from The Terminator, Die Hard, and The Dark Knight. https://youtu.be/qnGElwSuZww
5 BEST Plot Devices in Storytelling (Writing Advice)
Today I discuss five of the best plot devices that appear in stories. Examples from The Godfather, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Die Hard, and more! https://youtu.be/xEO1TVJ1_Go
How to Make Character Voices Sound Different (Dialogue Writing Advice)
Do all your characters sound the same when they talk? Learn how to distinguish character voices when it comes to dialogue. https://youtu.be/wlG_7HEc5qg
10 Ways to Introduce Your Main Character (Writing Advice)
Today I discuss the best ways to introduce characters who are everyday, average people. Examples from Breaking Bad, The Boys, Terminator, and more! https://youtu.be/6Y-NRMzfr9U
Character Goals and Motivations (Writing Advice)
Characters need goals, and goals need motivations. Learn how to create effective goals and motivations in your stories. https://youtu.be/kGoGkGUbWJU
Writing Setups & Payoffs (And Free Audiobook Giveaway!)
Setups and Payoffs are critical to storytelling. Learn how to use them--with examples from Die Hard. https://youtu.be/iQHAd660BhE
How to Raise Your Story’s STAKES (Fiction Writing Advice)
What are story stakes? How do you raise them for maximum impact and excitement? Find out in this video. https://youtu.be/bRB_i-58vgU
The EASIEST Way to Create Likeable Characters
Want to win your audience from the start? Here's Easy Mode. With examples from Harry Potter, Star Wars, The Dark Knight, Die Hard, and Joker! https://youtu.be/T-Cb7zEdr2Y
Writing Villains #2 – Goals (Video)
Villains need goals just like any other character. But how should you villain's goal relate to your hero's goal? Should hero and villain share the same goal?