How Useful Are Pixar’s Rules of Storytelling? Part 1
Pixar's rules for writing a story... sort of.
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Q&A: Should I Explain My Magic?
Submitted by Murphie,
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Episode 379: Killing a Major Character
To kill or not to kill?
Using Your Story’s Premise to Create Novelty
A big-picture strategy for setting your story apart.
Q&A: How Can I Establish Measurement Units?
Submitted by Evan,
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Episode 378: Epistolary Stories
Write a letter to your readers.
No, SJWs Are Not Reducing Diversity in Fiction
The so-called Galbrush Paradox is just an excuse to exclude marginalized characters.
How to Make Your Craft More Pretentious
Why put up with snobs when you can be one instead?
The Five Best 4th-Level Spells of D&D 5E
At last, turn your friends into something useful!
Comic: Over-Powered Character
When you don't want one character to solve every problem.
Q&A: How Do I Keep Clever Quips From Hurting the Story?
Submitted by Nobody,
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Episode 377: Post-Apocalyptic Fantasy
Civilization ended, so it's time for a robe and wizard hat.
Who Wins: Antz, A Bug’s Life, or Ant-Man?
Uh-oh, there are ants all over this post.
Five Tips for Avoiding Disorientation in Your Opening Hook
While readers are sorting out what you're saying, they can't appreciate your story.
The Five Best 3rd-Level Spells of D&D 5E
D&D's most iconic spell level.
Q&A: Should My Mystery Start With the Murder?
Submitted by Adam,
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Episode 376: Character Strengths
What if a character was just nice and dependable?
How Useful Are Michael Moorcock’s Ten Rules of Writing?
An author who isn't afraid to share his opinions.
Seven External Plots for Relationship-Centered Stories
Add excitement without sacrificing what's important.
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