Episode 34 - Story theory: a powerful addition to your writer's toolbelt

The Creative Writer's Toolbelt

Apr 18 2015 | 00:17:50

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Show Notes

Studying story theory might sound like a bit of an academic exercise, but don't be put off! In this episode we explore how story theory can help you understand what stories are, how they work, how they are structured, and how the theory can be applied to make your work excellent.

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