Learn how hero’s journey tropes teach valuable lessons about growth and human experience and how they relate to the mechanics behind the trope.
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Season 2, Episode 022: How Does Your Garden Grow
Guilliean reads her short story of the same name. Stream it and read along with the text! My name wasn’t always Mary. A Biblical name, the cross we bear that is entwined with that female epithet, the feminine sanguinity that spills with every moon’s phase. It was gifted to me….
Defining the voice in 41 words
Discover how to capture your reader’s attention by building an engaging first chapter that sets the tone for your entire story.
Season 2, Episode 021: Give Me Something to Sing About (Part 2)
Guilliean reads the second half of her short story of the same name. Stream it and read along with the text! “I wish I knew what that was. I mean, work is work, but I don’t feel fulfilled. What about you?” he asked. “What about me?” I replied. “What do…
What you need to know to write a 1-page synopsis
Discover how to summarize your story concisely while conveying its tone and style, and effectively capture the attention of editors and agents.
What are the 3 stages of editing?
Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, understanding these stages will help you refine your work and achieve success. Take the first step towards improving your writing and explore the world of editing today.
Season 2, Episode 020: I Have No Mouth… (Part 1)
Guilliean reads part of her short story. Stream it and read along with the text! Finally. Lunch. I could unwind for 60 minutes away from the madness and try to get back to square one before I would have to go back for another three hours and do it all…
Season 2, Episode 019: The Balloon
Guilliean reads her short story. Stream it and read along with the text! “What a pretty balloon,” remarked the lady. I looked up. It was a plain latex balloon, purple, tied off with two strings, weighed down by yellow, heart-shaped weights. “Is it yours?” she asked. I shrugged. “I don’t…