Story Works Round Table with Alida Winternheimer | Conversations About Craft

Apr 25, 2019

This week, Alida, Kathryn, & Robert welcome special guest Mike Stop Continues back to the Round Table to continue our discussion about theme. This week, we’re looking at how theme functions in our revision process. We talk about the role of theme in description, action, and dialogue; making each story element carry its...

Apr 18, 2019

This week, Alida, Kathryn welcome Mike Stop Continues back to the show to discuss prewriting theme. We cover: 

• why you should find your theme before you write,
• why themes that are too timely are no good, 
• being human,
• the role of the character arc in theme,
• how does theme work in your plot,
• avoid writing...

Apr 11, 2019

This week, Alida, Kathryn, and Robert discuss reveals. What they are. How many you should have. How they work in the plot arc. When they fail (when they upset readers like Kathryn!). How to write them. 

Show notes and more at www.StoryWorksPodcast.com.

Apr 4, 2019

This week Alida, Kathryn, & Robert celebrate our 100th episode and revisit the past. What is the role of flashbacks in the forward movement of a story? How can you use them effectively? What's the danger of using a flashback? What do you need to consider when choosing how to effectively reveal your character's past to...