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19.45: A Close Reading on Structure: Tying It All Together

Nov 10, 2024

Dive into the art of storytelling as hosts explore N.K. Jemisin's structure in 'The Fifth Season.' Discover the power of point of view and narrative cohesion. They discuss the beauty of parallelism and how it can enhance your manuscript's emotional core. Creative writing techniques are shared, empowering writers to break free from conventions. Plus, an intriguing analysis of queer horror reverberates with identity themes. Don't miss the challenge of reverse engineering your work in progress!

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Quick takeaways

Point of view significantly shapes the narrative structure, influencing readers' emotional connections and overall understanding of the story.

Regular writing and reading are crucial for developing a unique voice, enhancing creativity, and mastering essential storytelling techniques.

Deep dives

Three Essential Tips for Writers

Writing consistently is fundamental to improving skills as a writer. The act of writing regularly helps to develop a personal voice and style, which is crucial for effective storytelling. Additionally, reading extensively exposes writers to different narrative techniques, genres, and structures, enriching their understanding and creativity. Finally, connecting with other writers fosters a sense of community and collaboration that inspires improvement and accountability in one's writing journey.

Intro

2min

Exploring Narrative Structure and Cohesion

1min

Exploring Narrative Structure and POV

8min

Time, Perspective, and Queer Horror

4min

Unpacking Culinary Foundations and Literary Genres

10min

Personalized Writing Help and Sponsor Highlights

3min

We’ve loved doing our close reading series throughout 2024, and The Fifth Season has been no different. Today, we’re reflecting on what we learned in our episodes focusing on N.K. Jemisin’s incredible work. We reflect on POV as structure, parallelism, and finding the beating heart of your manuscript.

Thing of the Week: I Saw the TV Glow

Homework: Reverse engineer an outline for your work in progress. Then, try to add one parallel.

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Credits: Your hosts for this episode were Mary Robinette Kowal, DongWon Song, Erin Roberts, and Howard Tayler. It was produced by Emma Reynolds, recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.

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