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What makes a protagonist memorable and unique? What makes readers fall in love with them enough to follow them around for 300-500 pages?
Knowing the answers to those questions is the difference between creating a flat, dull protagonist and having a magnetic protagonist that readers can’t get enough of!
In this episode you’ll learn:
Why every novel is actually character drivenHow character arc must be thoroughly considered when getting to know your protagonistThe 7 questions you must ask yourself about your protagonist to make them magnetic to readersAnd so much more!Snag my FREE protagonist workbook:
https://www.manyworldswriting.com/protagonist
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If you're a writer, you've likely encountered the timeless advice: "Show Don't Tell." While intended to enhance scene creation by encouraging vivid depiction over mere narration, this guidance has been misunderstood, leading to detrimental effects on otherwise strong novels.
If you've questioned the validity of this advice, stay tuned as I debunk misconceptions and provide practical strategies to reignite the potency and depth of your scenes.
In this episode you’ll learn:
Showing vs. telling on the pageWhy balancing both creates stronger, more meaningful storytellingMastering the art of crafting scenes that skillfully blend showing and telling.If you’re ready to learn more about the art of showing and telling, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/showandtell
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The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a compelling scene, but it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered.
So in this episode we are going to do a deep dive into scene structure and learn:
1) How to know if an event in your novel actually needs to be a scene
2) the structure of a great scene
3) the 6 elements you should add to every scene to make them vibrant and irresistible to readers
4) how to expand a summary into a full scene.
If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene
Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship
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The most important skill you can have as a writer is the ability to write a great scene... but, unfortunately, it’s a skill that few writers have actually mastered.
You need to understand:
1) What a scene is.
2) Whether a given event in your novel needs to be a scene.
3) The structure of a great scene.
If you’re ready to learn all about how kick*ss scenes are actually written, snag my FREE workbook: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/scene
Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: https://manyworldswriting.com/mentorship
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Backstory is an essential part of every novel.
Without it, your protagonist doesn’t have a meaningful character arc and your story lacks depth. But writers are (understandably) scared to put backstory in their novel because they’re afraid of info dumping.
Well, there is a way to strike a perfect balance. You CAN include valuable backstory AND avoid info dumping.
Grab my FREE checklist right here and learn the 5 principles of highly effective backstory: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/backstory
Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: manyworldswriting.com/mentorship
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Criticism is one of the hardest things for writers to process and it sometimes leads to writers giving up on the craft or refusing to share their work with the world.
If you’re ready explore the 7 key understandings that will help you reframe criticism for a healthier relationship with it, access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/handlingcriticism
Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program:
https://www.manyworldswriting.com/mentorship
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Nothing grabs readers’ attention like dialogue. That’s why it’s absolutely imperative to make sure that the dialogue in your novel is serving the story and making readers hungry for more.
Ready to learn more about dialogue? Don’t forget to access the FREE dialogue checklist right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/dialoguechecklist
If you’re ready to REALLY understand all the ins and outs of great dialogue, grab my Dynamic Dialogue COURSE right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/dialogue
Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? Fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/mentorship
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Spoiler alert—there’s a whole lot more to POV than just first person, second person, and third person. There are actually 4 layers that you need to master if you want readers and agents to love your novel!
So if you’re ready to master POV in 2024, dive into the episode and don’t forget to access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/POV
Wait... are you ready to really take your writing to the next level in 2024? Are you ready for an affordable mentorship program that will help you write a powerful speculative fiction novel? If so, fill out an application to my Powerful Writers, Powerful Novels Mentorship Program and get on the waitlist:
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📘Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/better📘
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manyworldswriting.com/mentorship ✨
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Do you want to hone your writing skills so you can finally tell the powerful story that’s been living in your mind for so long?
Well, my friend, as we bust into 2024, I’ve decided to share my 7 best methods for doing just that! Let's make this year the one where you write your novel. I know you can do it!
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Are you overwhelmed and frustrated by the complexity of worldbuilding for your fantasy and science fiction novel? Are things getting too complicated, too bloated, and too scattered? Are you worried that all those complex worldbuilding documents you found on Google aren’t really serving the core of the story you want to tell?
Well, guess what? I’ve simplified the entire process! In this episode, you’ll learn the 7 secret principles of worldbuilding!
Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/world
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Are you worried that your protagonist might not be likable?
Often as writers, we love our protagonists deeply, but readers might not be able to connect with them, which could sabotage your entire novel!
In this episode, learn the 4 keys to making any protagonist likable so readers will want to keep on reading!
Access the FREE workbook right here: https://www.manyworldswriting.com/likable
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Ever found yourself wondering if your novel might be missing a key ingredient, one that could keep readers and agents from fully connecting with your story?
It's a common concern among writers – that sense that something's absent, leaving us scratching our heads in frustration.But fear not! This episode is here to shed light on that elusive, often unnoticed element in your novel. Join us as we uncover what many writers overlook, helping you bridge the gap and enhance your storytelling.
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Are you worried that something important is missing from your novel?
Something that might lock readers and agents out of the narrative and prevent them from falling in love with your work? Often, we writers recognize that something is missing, but we have no idea what. It’s frustrating, and we wish we could just magically know what that missing thing is.Well, you’re in luck! In this episode, you’ll learn about the crucial aspect of your novel that most writers don’t even know they’re missing!
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Welcome to the Many Worlds Writing Podcast! The show that’s all about how to brainstorm, write, edit, publish, and sell a powerful speculative fiction novel… and maybe just change the world too.
