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Fiction Writing Made Easy
Bonus: How To Write Scenes Like Rowling (An Interview With Savannah Gilbo & Abigail K. Perry)
Jul 25, 2024
Join Savannah Gilbo and Abigail K. Perry as they discuss studying Harry Potter with Tim Grahl. They delve into J.K. Rowling's scene layering and stake-raising techniques, exploring crafting scenes in books, scene stakes evolution, and analyzing Diagon Alley scenes with valuable insights on character development and plot progression.
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- J.K. Rowling excels at layering scenes and increasing stakes gradually to engage readers.
- Analyzing scenes from different perspectives and ensuring every element serves a purpose are vital for effective storytelling.
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Analyzing Key Scenes in Harry Potter
The podcast discusses the importance of analyzing key scenes in storytelling, emphasizing understanding if scenes work, and how to revise or cut scenes effectively. The conversation includes strategies to view scenes from the reader's, character's, and author's perspectives, highlighting how these perspectives influence effective storytelling.
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