The First Draft Pro Blog
We freaking love stories
You do too? Well, well, well. That smells like BFF potential.
The ultimate guide to point of view
Understanding and implementing second-person narrative perspective.
Understanding structure genres (arch, mini, anti-plot)
Exploring the nuances and applications of first-person narration.
Understanding story form
A comprehensive look at the different narrative perspectives in storytelling.
The 2 types of crises your character can face
Examining internal and external crises and their impacts on characters.
The 2 ways you can escalate the rising action
Strategies for intensifying the unfolding events in your narrative.
The one trick you can use to progressively move your story forward
A singular strategy for maintaining forward momentum in your story.
Using questions to drive your plot forward
Employing unanswered questions as a tool for plot progression.
How interconnected complications propel your plot
Utilizing complex situations to advance the storyline.
Understanding suspense and tension
Creating engaging narratives through suspenseful elements and tense moments.
A complete guide to character driven stories
Crafting narratives centered around character development and dynamics.
Understanding events/situations that build plot
Analyzing plot-building elements and scenarios in storytelling.