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Creating DILEMMAS for Characters (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:May 5, 2022
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The most interesting characters make hard choices. Learn how to give them true dilemmas. https://youtu.be/2jkSePu8pNc

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How to Write COMPLEX Scenes (Main Plot + Subplots)

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  • Post published:July 8, 2021
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Complex doesn't mean complicated. Learn how to "max out" your scenes by including both the main plot and subplots. Examples from Spider-Man 2. https://youtu.be/M-Sbs5FtwNQ

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How to Add Tension to EVERY PAGE of Your Book (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:June 3, 2021
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Want to keep your readers glued to your novel? Add tension to every page with this simple technique! https://youtu.be/9UtN-tQ2Ee0

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The #1 Thing Every Scene Needs (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:August 13, 2020
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Find out what separates a meaningful scene from one that should be cut. https://youtu.be/em0dvzsEDl0

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Writing Scenes That Flow (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:July 9, 2020
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Today I reveal the secret to making your story scenes flow with excitement and meaning. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/rGqR3Oj61yo

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Mastering Scene Structure (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:July 2, 2020
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The secret to writing better scenes lies in three-step structure. Today I discuss the two types of SCENES and how to structure them! https://youtu.be/012OMrKp85M

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Suspense vs Tension (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:May 9, 2020
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Suspense vs Learn how to use Suspense and Tension in your writing--with examples from Indiana Jones! https://youtu.be/ZEPgQY28Tf0

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6 Tips for Writing Fight Scenes

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  • Post published:November 15, 2019
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https://youtu.be/44bAGiEGcP4 Fight scenes are exciting and impactful--but only if you write them well. These 6 tips will help you get the most out of your story's action scenes.

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