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How to Tell Compelling Stories As a Digital Writer With Robbie Crabtree

The Espresso Hour

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The Power of Silence and Slowing Down Words in Storytelling

Choosing moments of silence strategically can enhance storytelling as it can be more impactful when used between sentences to create suspense and emphasize the following sentence. John F. Kennedy's 'We will go to the moon' speech is an excellent example of effectively using silence. Slowing down certain powerful words in a story can add drama and emotion, making the story more compelling and memorable.

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