Story Grid Writing Podcast

How to Plan a Short Story Based on a Masterwork

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Jun 23, 2022
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ADVICE

Protagonist Choice

  • Begin by creating a central protagonist who is a "fish out of native waters."
  • This character enters an unfamiliar environment, mirroring Struthers in "Eye Witness."
ADVICE

Constraining Variables

  • When iterating on a masterwork, constrain your variables initially.
  • Focus on mimicking the structure and then change the context, like the setting, to make it your own.
INSIGHT

Essential Elements

  • Key elements of "Eye Witness" include a hierarchical structure, a double factor problem, and the potential for corruption and retribution.
  • Replicating these elements is crucial for capturing the scene's tension and conflict.
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