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Bonus: Dear Writer from 2021-09-12T17:49

Dear Writer is a Substack newsletter put out by Lani that sends two letters a week; one inspirational digest on Wednesdays, and a longer personal letter with the private podcast on Saturdays; this ...

20. Arrival from 2021-02-24T12:00:20

Today on the How Story Works season 2 finale, the conversation is about the brilliant 2016 film Arrival.  The post 20. Arrival appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Arrival from 2021-02-24T12:00:20

Today on the How Story Works season 2 finale, the conversation is about the brilliant 2016 film Arrival.

Can You Ever Forgive Me? from 2021-02-17T12:00:38

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the 2018 film Can You Ever Forgive Me? – the true story of legendary literary forger Lee Israel.

19. Can You Ever Forgive Me? from 2021-02-17T12:00:38

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the 2018 film Can You Ever Forgive Me? – the true story of legendary literary forger Lee Israel. The post 19. Can You Ever Forgive Me? appeared ...

18. Godmothered from 2021-02-03T12:00:48

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the conflicts (and magic) in the 2020 Disney movie Godmothered. The post 18. Godmothered appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Godmothered from 2021-02-03T12:00:48

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the conflicts (and magic) in the 2020 Disney movie Godmothered. The post 18. Godmothered appeared first on Chipperish Media.

17. Knives Out from 2021-01-27T12:00:31

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the delightful, mysterious conflicts in "Knives Out." The post 17. Knives Out appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Knives Out from 2021-01-27T12:00:31

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about the delightful, mysterious conflicts in "Knives Out."

16. Raiders of the Lost Ark from 2021-01-20T12:00:30

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about Raiders of the Lost Ark: we burn the movie to the ground and then apply narrative theory to fix it.  The post 16. Raiders of the Lost Ark appear...

Raiders of the Lost Ark from 2021-01-20T12:00:30

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about Raiders of the Lost Ark: we burn the movie to the ground and then apply narrative theory to fix it.

15. Romantic Conflict from 2021-01-13T12:00:21

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about romantic conflict: why it’s special, why it’s so damn hard to write, and how to write it in your stories. The post 15. Romantic Conflict appeare...

Romantic Conflict from 2021-01-13T12:00:21

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about romantic conflict: why it’s special, why it’s so damn hard to write, and how to write it in your stories. The post 15. Romantic Conflict appeared...

14. Goals from 2021-01-06T12:00

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about goals: knowing what your characters want—and how they plan to get it! The post 14. Goals appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Goals from 2021-01-06T12:00

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about goals: knowing what your characters want—and how they plan to get it!

13. Internal and External Conflict from 2020-12-16T12:00:08

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about internal and external conflict. We derail into Game of Thrones, The Matrix, and Fleabag in our discussion of layering conflict lasagna, but we d...

Internal and External Conflict from 2020-12-16T12:00:08

Today on How Story Works, the conversation is about internal and external conflict. We derail into Game of Thrones, The Matrix, and Fleabag in our discussion of layering conflict lasagna, but we do...

12. Central Narrative Conflict from 2020-12-09T12:00:31

In this episode of How Story Works, the conversation is about central narrative conflict, the goal-based conflict upon which the structure of a story is built.  The post 12. Central Narrative Conf...

Central Narrative Conflict from 2020-12-09T12:00:31

In this episode of How Story Works, the conversation is about central narrative conflict, the goal-based conflict upon which the structure of a story is built.

11. Conflict 101 from 2020-12-02T12:00:15

How Story Works Conversations season 2 is all about conflict. In this episode, we dive into the purpose of conflict and examine narrative conflict, mundane conflict, and false conflict.  The post ...

Conflict 101 from 2020-12-02T12:00:15

How Story Works Conversations season 2 is all about conflict. In this episode, we dive into the purpose of conflict and examine narrative conflict, mundane conflict, and false conflict.

10. Season 1 Finale: Character Q&A from 2020-06-17T12:00:29

On the season 1 finale of HSWC, we wrap up our discussion of character with Q&A and recommended resources. Links in the show notes! The post 10. Season 1 Finale: Character Q&A appeared f...

Finale: Character Q&A from 2020-06-17T12:00:29

On the finale of HSWC: Character, we wrap up our discussion of character with Q&A and recommended resources. Links in the show notes!

9. Fix-It: Game Night from 2020-06-03T11:00:29

Lani and Kelly sit down with writer and Listen Up A-Holes co-host Joshua Unruh to figure out how to fix 2018's Game Night.  The post 9. Fix-It: Game Night appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Fix-It: Game Night from 2020-06-03T11:00:29

Lani and Kelly sit down with writer and Listen Up A-Holes co-host Joshua Unruh to figure out how to fix 2018's Game Night.

8. Josh Siegal from 2020-05-20T12:00:12

Shut up, Glen! Today on How Story Works Conversations, we interview the incredibly talented Josh Siegel about his work as a writer and actor on The Good Place. The post 8. Josh Siegal appeared fir...

Josh Siegal from 2020-05-20T12:00:12

Shut up, Glen! Today on How Story Works Conversations, we interview the incredibly talented Josh Siegel about his work as a writer and actor on The Good Place.

7. Luke Arnold from 2020-05-13T12:00:15

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we talk with Luke Arnold about his first novel, The Last Smile in Sunder City, his work on Black Sails, and his creative insight as both writer and actor. T...

Luke Arnold from 2020-05-13T12:00:15

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we talk with Luke Arnold about his first novel, The Last Smile in Sunder City, his work on Black Sails, and his creative insight as both writer and actor.

6. Fix-It: Hitch from 2020-05-06T12:00:45

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we use narrative theory to fix a flawed story - the 2005 romantic comedy “Hitch.” The post 6. Fix-It: Hitch appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Fix-It: Hitch from 2020-05-06T12:00:45

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we use narrative theory to fix a flawed story - the 2005 romantic comedy “Hitch.”

5. Joshilyn Jackson from 2020-04-29T12:00:06

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we interview Joshilyn Jackson, New York Times and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author. The post 5. Joshilyn Jackson appeared first on Chipperish ...

Joshilyn Jackson from 2020-04-29T12:00:06

Today on How Story Works Conversations, we interview Joshilyn Jackson, New York Times and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author.

4. Characters in Action from 2020-04-22T12:00:22

In this episode of How Story Works conversations, we talk about characters in action: Dialogue, choices, arcs, and character breaks. The post 4. Characters in Action appeared first on Chipperish M...

Characters in Action from 2020-04-22T12:00:22

In this episode of How Story Works conversations, we talk about characters in action: Dialogue, choices, arcs, and character breaks.

3. Writing Distinctive Characters from 2020-04-08T12:00:12

On this episode of How Story Works Conversations, we talk about tropes, archetypes, stereotypes, and strategies for character creation. The post 3. Writing Distinctive Characters appeared first on...

Writing Distinctive Characters from 2020-04-08T12:00:12

On this episode of How Story Works Conversations, we talk about tropes, archetypes, stereotypes, and strategies for character creation.

2. Character Roles from 2020-04-01T12:00:53

On this episode of How Story Works conversations, we talk about character roles: protagonist, antagonist, and supporting.  The post 2. Character Roles appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Character Roles from 2020-04-01T12:00:53

On this episode of How Story Works conversations, we talk about character roles: protagonist, antagonist, and supporting.

1. Building Character (S1.01) from 2020-03-25T12:00:40

In this episode of How Story Works Conversations, we talk about building characters, the character triangle, and naming characters. The post 1. Building Character (S1.01) appeared first on Chipper...

Building Character from 2020-03-25T12:00:40

In this episode of How Story Works Conversations, we talk about building characters, the character triangle, and naming characters. The post 1. Building Character (S1.01) appeared first on Chipperi...

Introduction to HSW Conversations (S1.00) from 2020-03-11T12:00:04

In this introduction to How Story Works Conversations, story expert Lani Diane Rich and concept developer Dr. Kelly Jones define our terms to kick off our discussion of narrative theory.  The post...

Introduction to HSW Conversations from 2020-03-11T12:00:04

In this introduction to How Story Works Conversations, story expert Lani Diane Rich and concept developer Dr. Kelly Jones define our terms to kick off our discussion of narrative theory.

How Story Works – Conversations! from 2020-01-16T00:33:12

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How Story Works #41. Applying Narrative Theory from 2019-01-06T15:17:52

Sometimes the right thing to do with narrative theory is nothing, and story expert Lani Diane Rich explains how to ride that line. The post How Story Works #41. Applying Narrative Theory appeared ...

Applying Narrative Theory from 2019-01-06T15:17:52

Sometimes the right thing to do with narrative theory is nothing, and story expert Lani Diane Rich explains how to ride that line.

How Story Works #40. Reveling in Revision from 2018-12-02T11:00:24

Love it or hate it, revision is a necessary part of the writing process, and in this episode, story expert Lani Diane Rich walks you through the steps of getting your draft from rough to final. Th...

Reveling in Revision from 2018-12-02T11:00:24

Love it or hate it, revision is a necessary part of the writing process, and in this episode, story expert Lani Diane Rich walks you through the steps of getting your draft from rough to final.

How Story Works #39. Sacred Act of Drafting from 2018-11-25T16:37:25

Lani launches from Discovery to Drafting, the often-maligned, often frustrating second act in the three-part writing process. But like all acts of creation, even Drafting can be a magical time, if...

Sacred Act of Drafting from 2018-11-25T16:37:25

Lani launches from Discovery to Drafting, the often-maligned, often frustrating second act in the three-part writing process. But like all acts of creation, even Drafting can be a magical time, if ...

How Story Works #38. Whistling for Discovery from 2018-11-18T15:22:49

In honor of Nanowrimo, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks the first of the three phases of writing, Discovery, and provides tips on how to whistle for your creativity. The post How Story Works #38...

Whistling for Discovery from 2018-11-18T15:22:49

In honor of Nanowrimo, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks the first of the three phases of writing, Discovery, and provides tips on how to whistle for your creativity.

How Story Works #37. Critique What You Love w/ Rob Heiret from 2018-11-11T15:20:13

One great way to love what you love is to critique what you love. Story expert Lani Diane Rich discusses Star Wars with Rob Heiret, host of Chipperish's new podcast, Metaphors Be With You. The pos...

Critique What You Love w/ Rob Heiret from 2018-11-11T15:20:13

One great way to love what you love is to critique what you love. Story expert Lani Diane Rich discusses Star Wars with Rob Heiret, host of Chipperish's new podcast, Metaphors Be With You.

How Story Works #36. Advanced Criticism: Dodgeball from 2018-10-28T14:50:11

It's a classic case of love what you love, even when it's seriously problematic, as story expert Lani Diane Rich plumbs the depths of the 2004 comedy, Dodgeball. The post How Story Works #36. Adva...

Advanced Criticism: Dodgeball from 2018-10-28T14:50:11

It's a classic case of love what you love, even when it's seriously problematic, as story expert Lani Diane Rich plumbs the depths of the 2004 comedy, Dodgeball.

How Story Works #35. Advanced Criticism: Easy A from 2018-10-21T10:00:29

We're getting extra-textual as story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about 2010's Easy A. The post How Story Works #35. Advanced Criticism: Easy A appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Advanced Criticism: Easy A from 2018-10-21T10:00:29

We're getting extra-textual as story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about 2010's Easy A.

Chipperish Calendar from 2018-10-14T19:47:21

Wondering what episodes or movies you need to watch to keep up with the Chipperish schedule? Wonder no more! Here it all is!

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How Story Works #34. It’s Okay from 2018-10-14T16:48:10

After a long hiatus, story expert Lani Diane Rich returns with a quick message about how sometimes, it's okay to take a long hiatus. The post How Story Works #34. It’s Okay appeared first on...

It’s Okay from 2018-10-14T16:48:10

After a long hiatus, story expert Lani Diane Rich returns with a quick message about how sometimes, it's okay to take a long hiatus.

How Story Works #33. Advanced Criticism: His Girl Friday from 2018-04-02T00:07:59

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the troubles in terroir, righteous romance and quality conflict in His Girl Friday. The post How Story Work...

Advanced Criticism: His Girl Friday from 2018-04-02T00:07:59

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the troubles in terroir, righteous romance and quality conflict in His Girl Friday.

How Story Works #32. Advanced Criticism: A Few Good Men from 2018-03-18T14:42:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich walks you through the weeding out process of critical thought with Aaron Sorkin's "A Few Good Men," covering everything...

Advanced Criticism: A Few Good Men from 2018-03-18T14:42:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich walks you through the weeding out process of critical thought with Aaron Sorkin's "A Few Good Men," covering everything ...

How Story Works #31. Advanced Criticism: Tangled from 2018-03-08T23:45:36

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about how to build your platform for criticism, and talks about pseudo-benevolent antagonists and the danger of t...

Advanced Criticism: Tangled from 2018-03-08T23:45:36

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about how to build your platform for criticism, and talks about pseudo-benevolent antagonists and the danger of th...

How Story Works #30. The Value of Criticism from 2018-02-11T21:30:26

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich prepares to dive into advanced criticism with a talk about the value of criticism, both for writers ...

The Value of Criticism from 2018-02-11T21:30:26

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich prepares to dive into advanced criticism with a talk about the value of criticism, both for writers a...

How Story Works #29. Narrative and Life from 2018-01-28T18:58:15

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the magic of narrative and the responsibility of the critic in engaging with the stories...

Narrative and Life from 2018-01-28T18:58:15

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the magic of narrative and the responsibility of the critic in engaging with the stories ...

How Story Works #28. Magic and Craft from 2018-01-20T17:55:01

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich returns to narrative theory with a quick review of the concepts from the first 27 podcast episodes, ...

Magic and Craft from 2018-01-20T17:55:01

In this episode of the How Story Works YouTube series and podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich returns to narrative theory with a quick review of the concepts from the first 27 podcast episodes, a...

HSW #27. The End of the Beginning from 2017-10-02T10:00:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich finishes up the basics of narrative theory, and sets out her plan for the rest of the podcast. The post HSW #27. The En...

The End of the Beginning from 2017-10-02T10:00:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich finishes up the basics of narrative theory, and sets out her plan for the rest of the podcast.

HSW # 26. Stereotypes, Archetypes & Tropes from 2017-09-25T10:00:28

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the value of originality and how that relates to stereotypes, archetypes and tropes. The post HSW # 26. Ste...

Stereotypes, Archetypes & Tropes from 2017-09-25T10:00:28

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich talks about the value of originality and how that relates to stereotypes, archetypes and tropes.

HSW #25. Character & Dialogue from 2017-09-18T10:00:03

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich gives tips and tricks for writing great dialogue, and for understanding how essential it is to expressing character. Th...

Character & Dialogue from 2017-09-18T10:00:03

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich gives tips and tricks for writing great dialogue, and for understanding how essential it is to expressing character.

HSW #24. The Keys to Character from 2017-09-11T09:00:09

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The Keys to Character from 2017-09-11T09:00:09

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich addresses the problem of likability, character arcs vs. character breaks, and how powerful the art of naming is to devel...

HSW #23. Writing Vulnerability from 2017-09-04T09:00:18

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich discusses how to write vulnerability. The post HSW #23. Writing Vulnerability appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Writing Vulnerability from 2017-09-04T09:00:18

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich discusses how to write vulnerability.

HSW #22. The Character Triangle from 2017-08-28T09:00:36

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains the character triangle, and how you can use it to create and appreciate great characters. The post HSW #22. The Character Triangle app...

The Character Triangle from 2017-08-28T09:00:36

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains the character triangle, and how you can use it to create and appreciate great characters.

HSW #21. Intro to Character from 2017-08-21T14:57:14

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich begins the discussion of character - what it is, how it works, and why it's so important. The post HSW #21. Intro to Ch...

Intro to Character from 2017-08-21T14:57:14

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, story expert Lani Diane Rich begins the discussion of character - what it is, how it works, and why it's so important.

HSW #20. Final Narrative Units from 2017-08-14T09:00:12

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani finishes her discussion of narrative units with a discussion of scenes, acts, compositions and series. Also, she answers listener Julie's quest...

Final Narrative Units from 2017-08-14T09:00:12

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani finishes her discussion of narrative units with a discussion of scenes, acts, compositions and series. Also, she answers listener Julie's questi...

HSW #19. Beats All The Way Down from 2017-07-31T09:00:20

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani starts her discussion of narrative units with the smallest of them all, beats. The post HSW #19. Beats All The Way Down appeared first on Chipp...

Beats All The Way Down from 2017-07-31T09:00:20

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani starts her discussion of narrative units with the smallest of them all, beats. The post HSW #19. Beats All The Way Down appeared first on Chippe...

HSW #18. Pacing from 2017-07-25T03:39:44

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains pacing and how it affects stories, for better and for worse. The post HSW #18. Pacing appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Pacing from 2017-07-25T03:39:44

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains pacing and how it affects stories, for better and for worse. The post HSW #18. Pacing appeared first on Chipperish Media.

HSW #17. Structure & Dodgeball from 2017-07-17T09:00:59

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani takes on structure and conflict with Dodgeball. The post HSW #17. Structure & Dodgeball appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Structure & Dodgeball from 2017-07-17T09:00:59

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani takes on structure and conflict with Dodgeball.

HSW #16. Structure & Easy A from 2017-07-10T09:00:39

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Structure & Easy A from 2017-07-10T09:00:39

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HSW #15. Structure and His Girl Friday from 2017-07-03T09:00:18

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani goes back in time to take a close look at His Girl Friday! The post HSW #15. Structure and His Girl Friday appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Structure and His Girl Friday from 2017-07-03T09:00:18

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani goes back in time to take a close look at His Girl Friday! The post HSW #15. Structure and His Girl Friday appeared first on Chipperish Media.

HSW #14. Structure & A Few Good Men from 2017-06-26T09:00:20

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, it's Lani vs. The Crappy Protagonist as we take a closer look at A Few Good Men! The post HSW #14. Structure & A Few Good Men appeared first on...

Structure & A Few Good Men from 2017-06-26T09:00:20

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, it's Lani vs. The Crappy Protagonist as we take a closer look at A Few Good Men!

HSW #13. Structure & Tangled from 2017-06-19T11:00:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani runs Tangled through the structure analysis machine! The post HSW #13. Structure & Tangled appeared first on Chipperish Media.

Structure & Tangled from 2017-06-19T11:00:39

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani runs Tangled through the structure analysis machine!

HSW #12. The 7 Anchor Scenes from 2017-06-05T10:00:48

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains the 7 Anchor Scenes, along with examples. The post HSW #12. The 7 Anchor Scenes appeared first on Chipperish Media.

The 7 Anchor Scenes from 2017-06-05T10:00:48

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, Lani explains the 7 Anchor Scenes, along with examples.

HSW #11. How Acts Work from 2017-05-29T10:00:07

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we dive deeper into structure with a basic understanding of the three acts. Download the mp3 here. Subscribe to the show! iTunes • Stitcher • RSS Sh...

How Acts Work from 2017-05-29T10:00:07

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we dive deeper into structure with a basic understanding of the three acts.

HSW #10. Aristotle’s Your Uncle from 2017-05-22T05:00:06

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we discuss Aristotle, the ubiquity of three-act structure, and the water nymphs of creation. The post HSW #10. Aristotle’s Your Uncle appeared...

Aristotle’s Your Uncle from 2017-05-22T05:00:06

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we discuss Aristotle, the ubiquity of three-act structure, and the water nymphs of creation.

HSW #9. Stuff Happens from 2017-05-15T06:00:58

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, it's time to start wrapping our minds around structure, and the basics of how it works. The post HSW #9. Stuff Happens appeared first on Chipperish ...

Stuff Happens from 2017-05-15T06:00:58

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, it's time to start wrapping our minds around structure, and the basics of how it works.

HSW #8. How Goals Work from 2017-05-08T06:00:37

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we discuss goals, how they work, and introduce another helpful if annoying acronym, ASPA. The post HSW #8. How Goals Work appeared first on Chipperi...

How Goals Work from 2017-05-08T06:00:37

In this episode of the How Story Works podcast, we discuss goals, how they work, and introduce another helpful if annoying acronym, ASPA.

HSW #7. Man vs. McDonald’s from 2017-05-01T06:00:04

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we discuss the various types of conflict, and get a little clarity on the "now" of a story. The post HSW #7. Man vs. McDonald’s appeared first on ...

Man vs. McDonald’s from 2017-05-01T06:00:04

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we discuss the various types of conflict, and get a little clarity on the "now" of a story.

HSW #6. Protagonist, Antagonist from 2017-04-24T06:00:41

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we discuss what defines a protagonist and an antagonist, and how to create strong central characters. The post HSW #6. Protagonist, Antagonist appeared ...

Protagonist, Antagonist from 2017-04-24T06:00:41

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we discuss what defines a protagonist and an antagonist, and how to create strong central characters.

HSW #5. His Girl Conflict from 2017-04-17T03:30:29

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we continue our discussion of conflict, moving on into the concept of Central Narrative Conflict, the conflict around which your story structure is base...

His Girl Conflict from 2017-04-17T03:30:29

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we continue our discussion of conflict, moving on into the concept of Central Narrative Conflict, the conflict around which your story structure is based.

How Story Works Course Text List from 2017-04-10T23:01:58

As part of the How Story Works podcast, I will from time to time reference existing movies, television shows, books and other sources of narrative as examples of concepts we're discussing. Most of...

HSW #4. The Unbalanced Force from 2017-04-10T03:30:13

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we begin our work understanding conflict, delve into the differences between narrative conflict and mundane conflict, and visit a bit with Isaac Newton ...

The Unbalanced Force from 2017-04-10T03:30:13

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, we begin our work understanding conflict, delve into the differences between narrative conflict and mundane conflict, and visit a bit with Isaac Newton a...

HSW #3. The “Rules” from 2017-04-03T03:30:57

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I talk about narrative theory, the role of the "rules," and how to find the balance between free-wheeling and white-knuckling your creative endeavors. T...

The “Rules” from 2017-04-03T03:30:57

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I talk about narrative theory, the role of the "rules," and how to find the balance between free-wheeling and white-knuckling your creative endeavors.

HSW #2. What Meaning Means from 2017-03-27T00:30:52

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I talk about meaning in storytelling, and how to not freak out about it. The post HSW #2. What Meaning Means appeared first on Chipperish Media.

What Meaning Means from 2017-03-27T00:30:52

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I talk about meaning in storytelling, and how to not freak out about it.

HSW #1. The Hitchhiker from 2017-03-20T00:30:07

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I expand upon the definition of story to include the intended effect of stories, and separate out the differences between story and form. The post HSW #...

The Hitchhiker from 2017-03-20T00:30:07

In this episode of How Story Works podcast, I expand upon the definition of story to include the intended effect of stories, and separate out the differences between story and form.

HSW #0: What Story Is from 2017-03-05T19:06:42

In this introduction to the new How Story Works podcast, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Lani Diane Rich starts all listeners, writers and non-writers, on their path to underst...

What Story Is from 2017-03-05T19:06:42

In this introduction to the new How Story Works podcast, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Lani Diane Rich starts all listeners, writers and non-writers, on their path to understa...

How Story Works from 2017-02-08T20:48:24

How Story Works is a podcast for everyone who loves stories. If you're a writer, understanding how story works will help you craft better stories. If you're a lover of stories, the podcast will ...