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Writing a Novel STEP 1: Your Central Idea (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:March 25, 2021
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Want to write a novel? Here's how to find and expand your Central Idea. https://youtu.be/CkUqrWflO4M

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How to Show AND Tell in Your Writing (With Examples from Harry Potter)

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  • Post published:March 18, 2021
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Learn why "Show DON'T Tell" is bad advice and how you can use telling effectively in your stories. https://youtu.be/_yYXy3IQLPI

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Psychology for Screenwriters REVIEW

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:March 11, 2021
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All fiction writers--not just screenwriters--can benefit from reading Psychology for Screenwriters by William Indick. Find out why. Get Psychology for Screenwriters by William Indick: https://amzn.to/3bGNUs3 https://youtu.be/cwT42GSsvyg

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Writing Fallen Heroes (Heroes Who Become Villains)

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  • Post published:February 11, 2021
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Learn how to create and develop fallen heroes like Two-Face, Darth Vader, Michael Corleone, and more! https://youtu.be/s7Dk7c9vWx8

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Past Tense vs Present Tense (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:February 4, 2021
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Should you write your stories in the Past Tense or Present Tense? Learn the advantages of both in this video--with examples! https://youtu.be/y0uxtqAcZwY

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How to Write an ORIGINAL Story Premise (The Designing Principle)

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  • Post published:January 28, 2021
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NEW VIDEO! Today I discuss how to make your novel or screenplay premise stand out from the crowd https://youtu.be/VHaV7852X0o

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Inferiority Complexes & Your Characters (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:January 21, 2021
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Learn why inferiority complexes are great for creating strong, interesting characters. https://youtu.be/InWJHPVid_w

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Psychology & Your Major Characters (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:January 14, 2021
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Learn how Freud's theory of the unconscious impacts your stories and characters. https://youtu.be/iTvSRg_mLYY

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Edit Your Novel from the Middle (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:December 17, 2020
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Having trouble editing your novel or screenplay? Check out this unique method of simplifying the process! https://youtu.be/FmCiRsuAHbs

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How to Avoid Using Flashbacks (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:December 3, 2020
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STOP using Flashbacks to convey character backstory. Try these alternatives instead. https://youtu.be/2jwr5MUHvOk

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