Jul 7

S17:E16: Why Intentional Storytelling Matters in an Era of AI and Algorithm-Driven Content

Intentional storytelling means making creative choices with purpose. Here’s why that matters more than ever in an AI-driven content world.

19m 48s

Jun 16

S17:E15: How to Write Different Character Arcs for the Same Character (Part 2 of 2)

Discover how to honor your character's history while crafting different character arcs for the same character in new stories.

16m 27s

Jun 9

S17:E14: How to Write Different Character Arcs for the Same Character (Part 1 of 2)

Discover systems that can help you write different character arcs for the same character in your series. Keep stories interesting and unique!

17m 11s

Aug 2023

Crafting Captivating Series Characters with Linda Mather: Techniques, Diversity, and Maintaining Continuity

Ever wondered how to make your series characters captivating, engaging, and real? The key is layering their personalities, their stories, their motivations, and their unresolved issues in just the right way. Today, we're honored to have Linda Mather, author of a murder myste ... Show More

49m 12s

Mar 2024

Creating Effective Villains

Elevate your stories with captivating villains! Learn the key elements of writing effective antagonists who drive conflict and reader engagement. Find the full article and more on https://englishpluspodcast.com/crafting-compelling-villains-a-guide-to-writing-great-antagonists/ Un ... Show More

3m 43s

Jun 2020

Narrative Structure

What is the shape of your narrative? CONSUME: “17776 Football” by Jon Bois https://www.sbnation.com/a/17776-football CREATE: Write a 100 word story with a beginning, middle and end. Write another 100 word story with completely different characters and completely different action. ... Show More

30m 55s

Jun 2020

Prioritizing Your Happiness/Main Character Vibes

We talk about how acting like you're the main character can be hurtful to those around you and also discuss when you should prioritize your own happiness vs someone else's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32m 15s

Jun 2019

Brave New World | Chapter 4

Main characters.

59m 35s

Feb 2021

Melodrama

Mightly push your powerful writing to the top of the highest literary peaks! Or… work on your craft. CONSUME: The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett or its sequel, World Without End. Or, for a less committal and free option, the BBC fiction podcast "Home Front" CREATE: Think abo ... Show More

29m 36s

May 2022

187 - How to tell your story — with Chris Do

Storytelling is one of the fundamental ways humans connect. It’s how we learn, exchange ideas, and entertain ourselves. At its core, storytelling is communication.This episode comes from a live Twitter Space talk Chris Do, and Anneli Hansson hosted. The topic: how to tell your ow ... Show More

59m 18s

May 2024

195 | Dustin Lance Black: Writing (And Adapting) Compelling Protagonists

TSL WORKSHOPS EMAIL LIST: www.thescreenwritinglife.co/workshopsFriend of the show Dustin Lance Black is back to talk about the central lynchpin of a great film: the protagonist. Lance is known for his complicated heroes (often real people) who draw us in and don't let go. Today, ... Show More

1h 9m

Nov 2019

Change your story, change your life | Lori Gottlieb

Stories help you make sense of your life -- but when these narratives are incomplete or misleading, they can keep you stuck instead of providing clarity. In an actionable talk, psychotherapist and advice columnist Lori Gottlieb shows how to break free from the stories you've been ... Show More

16m 27s

Jul 2022

23: Being the Main Character and Romanticizing Your Life

hi besties ⭐️✨💫 this week’s episode I talk about how to be the main character and finding little ways to romanticize your life :) :)

15m 10s

Protagonist and Main Character- Same Per...