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Writing Tips: The Anatomy Of Genres With John Truby

The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

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What's the Main Technique for Telling a Story?

The main technique overall for transcending any genre is to combine the plot beats of the genre with drama techniques. We're moving toward a complete interconnection between life and story, in my opinion. And I believe that's a good thing, because the more story informs our lives, the more we can make a life we want to live.

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