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Rationally Writing

Episode 54 - Irrational Fiction

May 22, 2020
Discussion on distinguishing rational and irrational fiction, audience mindset in storytelling, and writing techniques for non-rational fiction. Exploring plot holes, critiquing stories, and challenges of online debates. Crafting stories with emphasis on genre, prose, and visualizations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Distinguishing rational from irrational fiction based on narrative focus and magic system differences.
  • Emphasizing the importance of emotional storytelling while maintaining logical consistency for impactful narratives.

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Exploring Rational and Irrational Fiction

The podcast delves into the distinction between rational and irrational fiction. The hosts discuss the concept of rationality in storytelling and how it differs from traditional storytelling methods. They mention examples like Miyazaki films and Harry Potter to illustrate the differences between hard and soft magic systems and narrative focus.

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