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Casting Your Characters (Fiction Writing Advice)

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Post published:August 20, 2020
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Learn how to build an exciting cast that adds meaning to your story. https://youtu.be/2muKjnHedQw

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

7 Reasons Why We Write

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Post published:August 6, 2020
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Today I discuss why we do this "writing" thing and examine George Orwell's four motives for writing. https://youtu.be/M-aS2IIpzj8

How to Write INFO DUMPS Like a Pro

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Post published:July 30, 2020
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Learn how to best include backstory in your novels and stories--with examples from The Terminator (1984). https://youtu.be/rdHRx5hJhh8

The Benefits of OVERWRITING

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Post published:July 23, 2020
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If you're a writer, don't be afraid to overdo it. Today I discuss the BENEFITS of overwriting (no, really--it can help!). https://youtu.be/ZhaBpDqQi38

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

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

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

Finding Ideas for Horror Stories (Writing Advice)

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Post published:June 25, 2020
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Learn Ray Bradbury's trick for generating horror writing ideas. https://youtu.be/ryTXhIKw3ng

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.