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Story Grid Writing Podcast

How to Write Faster

Apr 14, 2016
Strategies and personal experiences to write faster, pushing beyond mental limits in writing, benefits of switching keyboard layouts, analyzing a superhero story, Quentin Tarantino's genre conventions, setting up emotional moments at the end, and resources for listeners.
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Quick takeaways

  • Writing faster during the first draft can lead to breakthroughs and increased word count.
  • Superhero stories are about characters discovering their unique gifts and going on a transformative journey.

Deep dives

The Power of Writing More Words

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the importance of writing as many words as possible, especially during the first draft. They explore the concept of hitting a wall and whether it is a real limitation or just a mental barrier. The speaker shares personal tactics, such as starting the next scene when hitting a writing block, which often leads to a breakthrough and increased word count. They emphasize the power of pushing oneself to write more words each day and the potential for achieving significant outcomes.

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