16 episodes
AmericanWriters.com -- Creative Writing Podcast. Tom Occhipinti (AmericanWriters@gmail.com)
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The Creative Writing Podcast at AmericanWriters.com is designed to help writers of all levels. The focus is on characterization, narrative, plot development, dialogue, conflict, setting, literary archetypes, etc. Episodes are not centered around mindless, useless pep talks and recycled writing tips. Rather, the Podcast at AmericanWriters.com offers in-depth analysis of what works and what doesn't, with explanations and original writing samples. Contact Tom at AmericanWriters@gmail.com.
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Writing Deus Ex Machina (Not!)
Learn about Deus Ex Machina -- its pros and cons and how it can hurt fiction.
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Motives Beneath Motives
This episode doesn't just talk about what superficially motivates characters; it looks at the forces that need to stir at deeper levels.
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Writing a Novel Prologue
Many authors are disparaged for using prologues to start their novels -- but is it such a bad practice after all?
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Story, Narrative and What to Include
Trim down your writing; think about what you should include in your narrative and what should you leave out. Also, learn the difference between story and narrative.
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Writing, Ideology and Activism
Many writers use their fiction as a form of activism. However, does it hurt the art form?
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