What does an agent look for in a manuscript? Tension, Curiosity, Emotional Connection and Voice. Want to hear more? Check out this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast ! STORYNERD.CA #literaryagent #novelwriting #amwriting #writingtips

The antagonist in your story must be formidable in some way. To help your reader/audience understand just how powerful the antagonist is, use a storytelling technique called The Speech in Praise of the Villain. It's all on this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA

Erin Brockovich is the epitome of an underdog, and that means she has challenges coming at her from all directions from many different antagonistic forces. If your main character is an underdog, check out this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #writingadvice #amediting

Constant Characters are more common than you might expect. While they don't have a change arc, they're anything but a flat character. Tune into this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast to find out more. STORYNERD.CA #writingadvice #screenwritingadvice #womenwhopodcast #writingtips

In ERIN BROCKOVICH, the villain never appears on screen, but we're in no doubt how powerful they are. How did the filmmakers do it? Tune into this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast to find out! STORYNERD.CA #amwriting #keepwriting #womenwhopodcast #writingabook

Erin Brockovich's character is clearly established in the opening minutes of the movie - and it NEVER changes! To find out why this works so well, check out this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #novelwriting #screenwriting101 #writingtips #writingcoach

In ERIN BROCKOVICH, we know how formidable the antagonist (PG&E) is because no less than 5 characters tell us using a storytelling technique known as The Speech in Praise of the Villain. Learn more in this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #writingpodcasts #novelwriting #villains

"Constant" characters can be complex and nuanced, but instead of changing from the beginning of a story to the end, they remain constant while the world around them changes. Fascinating stuff! And it's all on this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #writingadvice #amediting

This is why your story's antagonist must be superior to the protagonist in some way. We talk all about it in this week's episode of the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #writingadvice #screenwriting101 #keepwriting #writingsociety

The antagonist must, in some way, be a formidable opponent to the protagonist. The way you communicate that to your readeer/viewer is through the speech in praise of the villain. It's all on the #storynerdpodcast STORYNERD.CA #amwriting #creativewriter #indieauthor #villains

If Tom Cruise can steal, so can you. 😜 On the #storynerdpodcast this week we're studying THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH, and we discovered that Tom Cruise lifted one of Hitchcock's scenes for MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION. Check it out! #amediting #screenwriting101 #writingtips #filmcritic

💥 A villain's strength can make or break a story. In our latest episode of the #storynerdpodcast we dive into the fascinating concept of the "speech in praise of the villain." ✍️ The antagonist isn't just an obstacle; they need to be superior in some way to create tension and drive the story forward!

If you ever needed an excuse to watch THE PRINCESS BRIDE again, here it is! William Goldman is a master storyteller and his use of the framing story is absolutely brilliant. #storynerdpodcast #writingpodcasts #novelwriting #amwriting #fictionwriter

What's the nature of your main characters' shadow? What is she hiding? #storynerdpodcast #podcastsforwriters #authorssupportingauthors  #writingcoach #screenwritingadvice

In our Best Advice episode, Melanie explains the shadow, and how you can use it to add depth and nuance to your characters. #storynerdpodcast #writingabook #writersworld #writingtips #aspiringwriter

No time to listen to all 8 episodes of the #storynerdpodcast this season? Don't worry - we've got your back! In today's episode, Melanie and I recap everything and offer our best advice about the hero's monologue and the shadow. #writingpodcasts #screenwriting101 #novelwriting #keepwriting

No time to listen to all 8 episodes of the #storynerdpodcast this season? Don't worry - we've got your back! In today's episode, Melanie and I recap everything and offer our best advice about the hero's monologue and the shadow. #writingpodcasts #screenwriting101 #novelwriting #keepwriting

Come for a quick tour around Jett & Ella's world. Find out about distance, speed, how the planes move in the course, and what's at the Kirri Kirri Airfield. If your kids love new worlds, then step into JETT COOPER #middlegradebooks #flying #aviation #amreading #storynerdpodcast #ozauthor