Setting the Stage for a Perfect Act 1
Read Time: 5 minutes Welcome to the starting line of your story: Act 1 Your first act is where the magic begins. It’s where you introduce everyone to the world you’ve dreamed up and the characters who live in it. This is your moment to hook your audience...
How to Develop a Magnetic Hero that Captivates Audiences
Craft magnetic heroes with clear goals, motivations, and flaws to captivate audiences with compelling narratives.
The Narrative Power of the Story Spine
Read Time: 4 minutes Every great story, from ancient myths to modern blockbusters, captivates its audience with a compelling narrative. At the heart of these unforgettable tales lies a timeless principle: the Story Spine. Developed by playwright Kenn Adams, the Story...
10 Storytelling Secrets Decoded by ChatGPT
Read Time: 2 minutes I asked GPT-4 to share the 10 most interesting facts it knows about the art and craft of storytelling. I must admit, it told me some things I didn’t know: 1. When we hear stories, our brains release oxytocin, a hormone associated with...