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Fiction Writing Made Easy

Bonus: Ask Savannah (Listener Q&A)

Feb 2, 2023
Listener questions on developing plots for coming of age genre, gaining confidence in writing, blending thriller and horror conventions, roughness of first draft, and key scenes in fairy tale genre.
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Quick takeaways

  • Select primary and external genres for coming of age stories to drive character development.
  • View the first draft as an exploratory process to alleviate perfectionism and build confidence in writing abilities.

Deep dives

Choosing Primary Content and External Genre for a Coming of Age Story

When writing a coming of age story, it is essential to choose a primary content genre and an external genre. The primary content genre focuses on the internal changes of the characters, often related to their worldview. In contrast, the external genre determines the events and conflicts in the story, such as romance, action, or performance genres. Selecting these genres helps map out the plot and create the necessary conflicts that drive character development.

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