#218 | Aristotle for Novelists (Part 1 of 4)—Principles #1, #2, #3, and #4
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🎙 In part one, Douglas Vigliotti discusses the first four principles from his new book, "Aristotle for Novelists: 14 Timeless Principles on the Art of Story,” an adaptation of the timeless principles from Aristotle’s esteemed “Poetics” to be used by novelists. Discover the tried-and-true principles used since antiquity to craft stories for the screen and stage—the same stories you stream and watch today. Get a sneak peek at Principles #1, #2, #3, and #4.
- Principle #1: Novels can be tragedy or comedy.
- Principle #2: Novels should be consistent.
- Principle #3: Novels have a beginning, middle, and end.
- Principle #4: Novels have an appropriate length.
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