Why the Fights in The Witch From Mercury Are So Boring
Something has gone terribly wrong when giant-robot fights aren't exciting.
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Q&A: Can I Write a Good Villain Who Is Completely Awful?
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Episode 417: Interview With The Vampire Show
Romance, fangs, and blood. What more could you ask for?
Wednesday Failed the Addams Family, and It Didn’t Have To
The Addamses were designed for comedy, but they can still be in a tense show.
Q&A: Can My Hero Stay in the Magical World?
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Episode 416: Falling Action
The encore of storytelling.
The Climaxes of Marvel’s Phase Four, From Worst to Best
Will Spider-Man, Black Panther, or someone else take home the prize for best climax?
Why We Stigmatize Enjoyment
It's hard to meet our goals when we won't admit what they are.
Q&A: How Is a Strategist Different From a Leader?
Submitted by Atlas,
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Episode 415: Ensemble Stories
So many characters, so little time.
Five Stories With Strong Ensemble Casts
These characters travel in packs for added safety.
How to Describe Characters
So readers are asking what your characters look like. Here's what to do.
Q&A: Is a Carnival Sideshow of Non-Humans Ableist?
Submitted by Dave L,
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Episode 414: Movement
Move along little little story!
Who Wins: Severance, Andor, or Interview With the Vampire?
It's time to get dark. Darker. Even darker than that.
Twelve Sources of Wish Fulfillment for Your Story
Even dark stories can add a little escapism.
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