Writing Excuses

Writing Excuses Episode 18: Q&A at Conduit

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Jun 9, 2008
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ADVICE

Create Distinct Character Voices

  • Know your characters' backstory to develop distinct voices. - Let their interests and perspective shape their dialogue and personalities.
ADVICE

Push Through Doubt to Finish

  • Finish your story by pushing through doubt and negative feelings. - Keep working since many writers feel their drafts are awful but finish successfully.
INSIGHT

Reviving Act 2 Momentum

  • Act 2 should escalate conflict and deepen the plot trouble. - Introduce disasters at key points to avoid the second-act slump and keep readers engaged.
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