5 Worst Hero Cliches (Writing Advice)
Learn about the worst hero and protagonist cliches to avoid. Examples from Game of Thrones, Star Wars, Spider-Man, and more! https://youtu.be/Ubf-o7ic7KU
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 Use Plot Armor in Stories (Writing Advice)
Plot Armor is a necessary evil. Learn how to use it properly--with examples from John Wick, Indiana Jones, The Godfather, and more! https://youtu.be/LsgK4pC0IIk
How to Hook Your Audience (Writing Advice)
Learn how to grab your audience's attention with narrative hooks. Examples from Breaking Bad, The Menu, Alien, Star Wars, and more! https://youtu.be/50w4QGdChII
How to Write Terrifying Ghost Stories (Writing Tips)
Learn how to write ghost stories--with examples from The Shining (1980) and It Follows (2014). https://youtu.be/bGi9Y0tsT5w
Plagiarism vs Inspiration: How to NOT Rip Off Other Stories (Writing Advice)
Learn how to drawn inspiration from other stories without creating rip-offs. Examples from Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Jurassic Park, Squid Game, and more! https://youtu.be/lWF0Ys9Jvpk
7 WORST Types of Plot Holes (Writing Advice)
Learn to avoid the worst types of plot holes in storytelling. Examples from Game of Thrones, Batman Begins, Rocky IV, and more! https://youtu.be/6iU4BPN6pPE
How to Open a Story IN MEDIAS RES (Writing Advice)
Learn about In Medias Res and how this writing strategy can enhance your story. https://youtu.be/-wHOG5X65Vo
3 Problems with Save the Cat (Writing Advice)
Save the Cat is a popular and helpful writing guide, but it's not perfect. Today I discuss 3 problems with its famous Beat Sheet and how to fix them. https://youtu.be/vSnAzGKmlwE
How to Write Subplots (WITH EXAMPLES!) | Fiction Writing Advice
Learn how to write SUBPLOTS with confidence. Includes examples (and some spoilers) from Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Spider-Man 2, and more! https://youtu.be/oJwW1iKstfA