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Story Grid Writing Podcast

CHAPTER

Mastering Narrative Complexity

This chapter explores the intricacies of character arcs and narrative development, emphasizing the importance of maintaining tension and intrigue through unresolved contradictions. The speakers discuss how potently structured scenes can captivate the audience, advocating for a careful balance of character perceptions and information flow. By drawing on cinematic examples and familiar storytelling tropes, they highlight the need for innovative plot twists that challenge reader expectations while ensuring a compelling emotional journey.

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