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Fiction Writing Made Easy

#80: Student Spotlight: 5 Lessons Learned From Writing a First Draft

Jan 10, 2023
Guests on the podcast share valuable insights on finishing a first draft by understanding genre frameworks, battling writer's block, using the 'show, don't tell' writing advice, and testing ideas before writing. They also discuss the importance of having a writing community and embracing the outlining process.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding genre frameworks can greatly enhance the writing process and lead to a more structured narrative.
  • Utilizing 'magic revisions' and daily writing exercises can help overcome writer's block and boost productivity.

Deep dives

Kelsey's Breakthrough with Flexible Outlining and Genre Understanding

Kelsey from Philadelphia shares how module four of a novel course completely transformed her writing journey. By learning to create a flexible outline with key plot points specific to her genre, she moved from aimless writing to a structured, creative process. Understanding genre elements and weaving them into her story, coupled with the ongoing outline adjustments, greatly enhanced her writing experience and revitalized her narrative approach.

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