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Why Most Romantic Subplots Ruin Stories

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:February 5, 2026
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Most romantic subplots don’t fail because of bad chemistry. They fail because of deeper issues with the plot structure, character choices, or story themes. In this video, we break down…

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8 STORY ELEMENTS Every Writer Should Master (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:July 31, 2025
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Learn about the important elements that every great story needs--concept, character, worldbuilding, and more! https://youtu.be/qp1-M_tkCfo

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How to Write PLOTS & SUBPLOTS Better than 99% of Writers (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:February 27, 2025
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Learn how to weave plots and subplots together to create gripping stories--with examples from Game of Thrones, The Penguin, The Fugitive, and more! https://youtu.be/8K-t9OqT4Hg

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4 Secrets For Engaging Your Audience (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:April 11, 2024
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Learn valuable techniques for keeping your audience gripped--with examples from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Game of Thrones, and more! https://youtu.be/epW91Pbx8Q4

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How to Plan & Structure a Trilogy (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:March 23, 2023
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Learn how to plan, structure, and write a trilogy with examples from Star Wars. https://youtu.be/9dVTbWvH5W8

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10 Core Elements of Storytelling (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:March 9, 2023
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Learn what key ingredients make a story. https://youtu.be/tcgIQ_ld0Ls

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Top 10 Best Books on Writing (Best Writing Guides)

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  • Post published:December 1, 2022
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Whether you've just started writing or you've been writing for years, you'll want to check out these 10 books on the craft. https://youtu.be/8OuQtRmGn0s

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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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Mastering the Midpoint (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:October 6, 2022
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Learn how to improve your stories and give them direction by including a strong Midpoint. https://youtu.be/ZzcrKVcyBFI

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Writing Redemption Arcs (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:July 7, 2022
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Learn how to write character arcs for fallen heroes and other characters who need redemption. Examples from Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Rocky III, Gran Torino, Spider-man, and more.…

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