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Ernest Hemingway is regarded by many as one of the greatest craftsmen of sentences. His work, particularly his short fiction, is known around the world for saying everything with very little. The true magic of a Hemingway piece lies between the lines.This way of writing is referred to as "Hemingway's Iceberg Theory", and is great way for young writers to apply in order to improve their craft. It's helped me tremendously with my own work.
Thank you for visiting my channel! My name is Barbara. This channel is dedicated to teaching you how to write compelling stories for your novels, screenplays, short stories, etc.
Nancy Duarte and Duarte, Inc. studied thousands of great speeches over time and revealed a hidden structure within them all!You can use this structure to become a captivating public speaker!
Some people write because they have stories they want to share with the world. Other people write because they dream of the fame that comes with a breakout book. Still, others might write because there's a world, characters, or plot that rattles around their head for years and they need to get it out.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro01:10 - Fictive Language02:10 - Let's Go There02:50 - The Origins of Storytelling05:35 - Storytelling in Practice08:00 - Why Do You Write
The ability to tell a story can literally transform your life. It can land you a job in a crowded applicant pool, make you stand out on a first date, or be the difference between your business succeeding or failing.Today I have a very special breakdown on storytelling. Not just because storytelling is so important to charisma and life, but because I am actually in this breakdown as the interviewer. And the person I?m interviewing is without exaggeration one of the people I most admire on the planet. His name is Scott Harrison and as the founder of charity:water he has helped raise over 100 million dollars by telling stories for a good cause.So in this video you?re going to learn the 3 high level principles that will help you to tell more engaging stories in any environment. And I should warn you, these stories are heavy and contain really sad, but important messages, which is necessary when you?re talking about the truth of why charity water exists. I?m also going to let the clips run longer so you can hear a bigger part of the story uninterrupted and comment later. 2:30 Take the listener to the same emotional journey you had when storytelling4:18 Have a mystery to keep listener engaged like Charity Water story5:47 Have a lesson at the end for personal development as the Scott Harrison interview
Want to write faster without losing quality? In this video, I break down the TK method?a simple but powerful writing hack that keeps your momentum going and helps you stay in the creative flow. Learn how to use this productivity booster to improve your output and finish your projects faster. Don?t miss this game-changing tip for writers!
How to get into flow and become antifragile with one rule. Ever since implementing this rule 4 years ago, it's changed how I show up to challenges in my life, how I thrive at work, how I learn. Check out this rule in this video!⏱ TIME STAMPS ⏱00:00 - Easy Mode or Hard Life?00:30 - The 15% Rule00:54 - How to get into flow?1:39 - What is antifragile?2:58 - Combining flow and antifragility3:46 - The fundamental principle for learning4:50 - 3 ways the 15% rule made me mentally stronger
TimestampsIntroduction 00:00Pre-Writing 00:40Writing & Editing 05:51Marketing For Authors 15:56Learning 22:43Other Suggestions For Authors 25:57Write A Book Using AI 30:00-#AuthorTools #AIWriting #AuthorsTips
For social media creator and viral video hitmaker @JennyHoyos, the key to telling a great story is to keep it brief. She breaks down her framework for telling stories in 60 seconds or less that can gain millions of views online ? or simply elevate your everyday conversations. (Recorded at TEDNext 2024 on October 22, 2024)
Timeline:0:00 Intro0:14 Character Doubling1:10 The Expertise Effect2:49 The Tragic Flaw4:22 The Wrong Memory Technique5:39 The Indirect Self Portrait7:08 The Spiritual Side9:05 The Single Body Part10:43 From Stereotypes to Archtypes12:05 The Competence Paradox13:24 Contrast with Neighbors
Agatha Christies followed these writing tips to become one of the best-selling authors in the world. And here is how:00:00 Why you NEED Agatha Christies Writing Hacks 00:21 The Agatha Christie Formula 01:45 1. Storytelling technique03:25 The most important technique05:19 3. Storytelling technique05:46 Writing style 06:43 Part 5 07:55 The Rule of Fair Play08:22 How Agatha wrote mind-blowing stories
Are you planning to write a serial? Excited to be back and talking about my latest project. Also, did you know this week is 7 years since I uploaded my first YouTube video??? Thank you all for being here with me on this journey!CHAPTERS:0:00 What is a serial?5:49 My Goal -Why A Serial?17:05 Typical 3-Act Structure20:15 My Serial Structure27:37 Release Plan35:37 Final Thoughts
What if I told you that the difference between a forgettable book and a life-changing story comes down to one decision?one that most writers get wrong? In this video, I?ll walk you through the #1 writing decision that transforms your story from just another book into something readers can?t stop thinking about.? Learn the non-negotiable belief shift that makes stories unforgettable? Discover how masterworks like Pride and Prejudice, The Lion King, and The Shawshank Redemption use this principle? Find out how your story can create a deep, lasting impact on readers? Get 10 powerful questions to uncover the core transformation in your book? Avoid the 3 biggest mistakes writers make when trying to implement this technique? Use the non-negotiable to shape your plot, character arc, and endingDon?t let your story fade into the background?make it a masterpiece!
In this video, I dive deep into the art of writing an unforgettable opening scene for your novel. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, the first few pages are crucial in capturing your reader's attention. Join me as I explore essential techniques, including:5 key elements to writing a compelling opening sceneWhy each element is so critical5 essential writing tips for you to keep in mind as you write your opening sceneBy the end of this video, you'll have the tools and inspiration you need to write an opening scene that hooks your audience and sets the stage for an incredible story. Don?t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more writing tips!Join us as we unlock the secrets to amazing paragraphs that will leave your readers wanting more! Don?t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more writing tips and tricks!Stay tuned for more writing tips and writing advice on our channel! Check out our website for more information about our writer's group and newsletter. While you are there, be sure to sign up for the newsletter, which is packed with writing tips, writing advice, and so much more.https://smuinmedia.com/Self publishing can be hard, don't go it alone. Follow us through the process. We have self published seven books. Some are fiction, and some are non-fiction. We are here to assist in the self-publishing and writing process.Chapters:00:00 Introduction: 5 Key Elements of a Compelling Opening Scene00:26 Hook the Reader01:20 Set the Scene02:02 Introduce Your Protagonist02:58 Create Conflict03:38 Dialogue04:04 Reflect the Genre or Story Style04:54 Establish the Rules of the Universe05:32 Pique Reader Interest05:58 Revise and Refine06:20 Rewrite with the Whole Story in Mind
5 key elements to writing a compelling opening scene