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Why You Should Write Your Opening Scene LAST (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:January 19, 2023
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Writing a story? Don't worry about your opening scene till later. Here's why. https://youtu.be/rcQcf0Tx6ao

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The Question at the Heart of Every Story (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:November 10, 2022
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Learn how to keep your story focused by answering that question at the heart of every major character. https://youtu.be/rcP8daCXm_U

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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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How to Write OPENING CHAPTERS Like a Pro

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  • Post published:May 19, 2021
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Learn how to write amazing opening scenes with these 3 invaluable tips. https://youtu.be/wPV1HLiKQ4g

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3 Tips for Creating INSTANTLY LIKABLE Characters

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  • Post published:April 22, 2021
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Want to write characters that your audience will instantly connect with? Use these 3 practical tips. https://youtu.be/LZ4rHUr1mUE

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Finding Your Story’s ENTRY POINT (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:January 7, 2021
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Every writer approaches the writing process differently. Find out where to start in this video. https://youtu.be/GAXHGaseSlA

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Rethinking the Hero-Villain Dynamic (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:December 10, 2020
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Want to write stronger stories? Start by rethinking the approach to your two major characters. https://youtu.be/UE5-KRNr4bw

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Choosing Occupations for Your Characters (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:November 19, 2020
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What jobs should your characters have? Find out in today's video! https://youtu.be/DpOLJFxonlg

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6 Reasons to Write Your Novel NOW

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  • Post published:July 16, 2020
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Don't waste another second. Write that novel. https://youtu.be/9nYlQ6YHOeM

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OPENING CHAPTER DEBATE: Should You Always Start with Your Hero?

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  • Post published:June 11, 2020
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https://youtu.be/n7D0KkDpVLc Literary agents and editors insist you should start your opening chapter with your main character. But should you? Find out in this video.

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