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Writing Fiction: Tactics, Tools, And Strategy

Improve your fiction writing! Learn to create powerful emotional and dramatic effects in your stories. Explore key writing concepts and techniques.

7students
1h 40m
Certificate
Brian Downes
Brian DownesNovelist, Writing Coach

Course Content

Writing Fiction: Tactics, Tools, And Strategy is an all-levels Skillshare course taught by Brian Downes. It runs 1h 40m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. 7 students have enrolled. It is a paid course, first published August 2024.

Unlock your potential as a fiction writer! This course dives deep into crafting stories that resonate with readers by mastering the art of emotional and dramatic impact.

Here's what you'll learn:

  • Understanding Story as Information: Discover how fiction functions as an information economy, and learn to leverage information gaps to build truly compelling narratives. We'll explore how strategic reveals and withheld details keep readers hooked.
  • Character Motivation Mastery: Develop believable character motivations that drive plot and create authentic, relatable characters. Learn techniques to build depth and complexity in your characters' actions.
  • Conquering Writer's Block: Gain practical strategies and techniques to overcome writer's block and maintain a consistent writing flow. We'll address common hurdles and provide actionable solutions.
  • Elevate Emotional Impact: Learn how to use language and narrative structure to create powerful emotional effects in your writing, drawing readers into the heart of your story.
  • Dramatic Storytelling: Explore techniques for building suspense, conflict, and resolution to craft dramatic stories that captivate and leave a lasting impression.

This course is designed to help you write fiction with greater depth, impact, and reader engagement.

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