Monthly Archives: December 2012

Reliving Emotions

Have you ever felt unsatisfied after reading or watching an emotional scene? I have. About 98% of the time. Why is that? Emotional scenes are very delicate to write. Why? If the audience can’t relate to them or have enough … Continue reading

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Plot Twist and Shout

How often do we see an incredible plot twist that we really didn’t see coming? I say rarely. When plot twists occur, how often do they make sense? I say rarely, again. As a writer, I live with a terrible … Continue reading

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Crooked Outlines

How often does your story outline go astray? Always, right? Outlining a story is extremely important to most writers, consultants and teachers. I don’t believe outlines are for everyone…certainly not me. Why? I’m a pretty structured person, generally, but when … Continue reading

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