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12 Pacing Mistakes That Make Audiences Quit

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:June 18, 2026
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In this video, we'll explore 12 common pacing mistakes that weaken stories, drain tension, and cause readers to lose interest. https://youtu.be/L75p7eQ6o1k

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11 Simple Ways to Make Your Characters Feel Real

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  • Post published:June 11, 2026
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Explore 11 simple ways to deepen your characters and make them feel more realistic, compelling, and memorable. Whether you're writing novels, short stories, or screenplays, these techniques will transform flat…

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13 Story Openings That Instantly Lose Audiences

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  • Post published:May 28, 2026
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Learn about 13 of the worst ways to start a story: clichéd openings, info dumps, weak hooks, and more! https://youtu.be/5S950wWu88Y

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7 Strategies for Starting & Finishing Your Story (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:November 13, 2025
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Struggling to finish your story? In this video, we’ll look at strategies to help you start strong, stay motivated, and finish your novel, screenplay, etc. https://youtu.be/4_oWZq1m8Rs

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How to Edit Chapters & Stories FAST (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:December 29, 2022
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https://youtu.be/jTPG4jLakEM Learn how to edit your chapters and short stories quickly with this simple three-step strategy.

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7 Tips for Finishing Your Novel (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:October 20, 2022
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Learn how to finish writing a novel, whether it's your current work-in-progress or a project that needs to be resurrected. https://youtu.be/RoIpaBkHPaY

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Editing Strategy: The Slingshot Method (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:April 7, 2022
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Learn a simple editing strategy that'll save you time and frustration. https://youtu.be/Xfl6ZL5FK54

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How to Write Scene Transitions (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:February 17, 2022
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Learn how to write strong and effective scene transitions. https://youtu.be/wCMwrORDfwg

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How to Improve Your Writing | The #1 Way to Become a Better Writer

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  • Post published:February 10, 2022
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Boost your writing with this simple exercise that helps you master new skills, boost your confidence, and develop your writing style. https://youtu.be/r8qpidis3Ko

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The Fire in Fiction by Donald Maass REVIEW (Underrated Writing Guide)

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  • Post published:June 24, 2021
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Learn about Donald Maass' forgotten writing guide The Fire in Fiction. Get The Fire in Fiction by Donald Maass: https://amzn.to/3g2FCvj https://youtu.be/Jvu-oWipEU4

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