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Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Theodora Taylor: Universal Fantasy and How to Make Readers Love Your Stories
Nov 23, 2021
Romance author Theodora Taylor shares tips for new writers and breaks down universal fantasies in Beauty and The Beast, Knives Out, Notting Hill, and Crazy Rich Asians. Discussion on writing series, genre hopping, and balancing personal life while pursuing a writing career.
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- Trusting intuition leads to success in diverging paths as exemplified by the host's career journey.
- Examples from popular movies demonstrate universal fantasies like 'rich kids getting their comeuppance' and 'winning the proposal you deserve.'
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Following Instincts and Interests
One of the best things the host did to set herself up for success was following her instincts and interests, even when it meant diverging from expected paths. Despite moments of doubt and the unanticipated twists in her career choices, trusting her intuition led her to a fulfilling career as a romance writer.
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