Writing Excuses Writing Excuses 8.17: Microcasting
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Apr 28, 2013 The hosts discuss mentally preparing to write and the challenge of writing purposeful stories. They explore using character stories to convey important ideas and the power of humor. The concept of magical realism is explored with examples. The roles of alpha and beta readers in the writing process are discussed. The use of ambiguity in storytelling is explored in literary and genre fiction.
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Physical Warm-Up Helps Writing
- Do something physical like walking or washing dishes to help think about the story before writing.
- This mental prep routine improves focus and writing readiness.
Show Big Ideas Through Characters
- Tell a character story that reflects the big important idea subtly, avoiding heavy-handedness.
- Use humor or metaphor to lower reader defenses and reveal new perspectives organically.
Magical Realism Is Manifested Metaphor
- Magical realism manifests metaphors fantastically within the real world instead of pure fantasy worlds.
- This technique keeps stories grounded but highlights deeper meanings through the surreal.