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Universal Themes vs Specific Themes (Theme Writing Advice)

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Post published:May 15, 2025
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Explore the differences between universal themes and specific themes in storytelling--with examples from Jurassic Park, Game of Thrones, Godzilla Minus One, and more! https://youtu.be/X3CM2qEEO3E

10 Ways to Make Your Story UNPREDICTABLE (Writing Advice)

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Post published:March 6, 2025
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Learn how to tell surprising, unpredictable stories--with examples from Squid Game, Terrifier, Fight Club, and more. https://youtu.be/eEuRII4SC5g

How to Write Something ORIGINAL (Writing Advice)

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Post published:February 6, 2025
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Learn the difference between large-scale and small-scale originality--with examples from Jurassic Park, Late Night with the Devil, The Substance, and more! https://youtu.be/U_1zDkMQdBc

How to NOT Preach to Audiences (Writing Advice)

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Post published:December 28, 2023
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Learn how to build your story's Theme without coming off as preachy. Examples from Jurassic Park, Fight Club, Godzilla Minus One, and more! https://youtu.be/SnESTfHZas4

How to Expand an Idea into a Story (Writing Advice)

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Post published:December 14, 2023
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Learn how to build a novel, screenplay, etc. from a simple idea. https://youtu.be/aIfb-PyemFo

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