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Whether you’re just beginning to explore the Western United States or you’ve been living here since the day you were born, the Via Podcast will introduce you to new and unique adventures that will change your perspective. Hosts Mitti Hicks and Michelle Donati bring their travel expertise to interviews with some of the West’s most fascinating experts, residents, and adventurers. In each episode, you will discover deep conversations in the hopes of igniting a new interest—foraging anyone?—or planting the seeds of a new-to-you road trip. You might even learn something about a place you’ve explored dozens of times before.
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Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
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Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
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You’ve built your character's world and raised the stakes. But how do you end your story in a way that feels true and unforgettable? In this episode, I’m breaking down the 4 biggest mistakes writers make with endings, plus 5 different ways to close your story. You’ll also get practical tips for revising an ending that’s falling flat, and learn how the right ending can transform your entire story. If you’re stuck or second-guessing how to close your story, this episode's for you. Episode Web Page Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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Among the most important (and intimidating) decisions you'll make as a writer is how to begin your story. That opening moment sets the tone, establishes the world, and signals to your readers what kind of story they're stepping into. There isn't one right way to open your story. It's all play and experimentation. The key to a powerful ending is choosing one that's aligned with the story you're telling and the emotional experience you want your reader to have. In this episode, I'm walking you through 3 powerful ways you can open your story, with examples to show how each one works. Episode Web Page Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #227: Say Less, Mean More: The Secret to Writing Great Dialogue 16:01
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Writing dialog can feel deceptively simple. After all, it's just people talking, right? But in far too many stories, characters are recapping the plot or revealing too much of what they're thinking or feeling. The dialogue is pure exposition, doing too much of the story's heavy lifting. Great dialogue works on multiple levels, often saying more in what's unsaid than what is said. So in this episode, we're going to look at common pitfalls. And I'll show you how to write conversations that carry emotional weight, deepen your characters and spark new turns in your story. So you can write believable, compelling dialogue. Episode Web Page Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #226: Writing Your Story Setting: 4 Essential Techniques 25:07
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Writing your story setting requires more than just pretty language, and does so much more than provide the physical setting. It anchors the reader in time and place while immersing them in a tactile sensory experience in every scene. In this episode, I'm going to give you 4 essential techniques for writing your story setting. You'll learn how to craft your settings selectively and with intention. Episode Web Page Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #225: From First To Final Draft: 3 Phases Of Revision 19:53
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Revising a first draft can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? What do you cut? How do you keep your original vision alive How do you take all the moving parts and refine it into a more coherent, effective whole? In this episode, I’ll guide you through the three key phases of revision —and give you practical tips to help you shape your messy draft into a strong, finished story. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #224: Then vs. Now: The Key To Writing A Strong Retrospective Voice 16:05
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Retrospective narrators have the power to tell your story with both raw immediacy and hard earned wisdom. This narrator doesn’t just recall the past – he or she reinterprets it. What makes it tricky is that you’re not just telling the story of what happened . You’re telling it through two lenses : The younger self who lived it. And the older self who looks back with reflection, wisdom, and maybe even regret. So in today’s episode, we’ll explore how to unlock the full potential of a retrospective narrator. You’ll learn to craft a voice that harnesses both the younger self and the wiser self. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #223: How To Write A Believable Child Narrator 23:29
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There’s something captivating about seeing a story unfold through a child’s perspective. Child narrators strip away the layers of adult logic, cynicism and pretense, revealing raw wonder, confusion or even unexpected wisdom. But writing from a child’s perspective is deceptively difficult. Writers often fall into traps, making the child sound too innocent, too passive, or one dimensional. So in today’s episode, I’ll help you navigate 3 common challenges so you can create a believable, compelling child narrator. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #222: How To Master The Unreliable Narrator 26:37
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The unreliable narrator is one of the most powerful storytelling techniques. Whether you're writing in first-person or third, an unreliable narrator compels readers to interpret what's happening, looking for clues that reveal the truth beyond the narrator's perspective. And this keeps readers hooked into your story until the very last page. In this episode, I'm going to share 4 different types of unreliable narrators, and 4 tips for mastering your unreliable narrator. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #221: Writing In First Person: 4 Common Pitfalls and How To Avoid Them 20:59
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First person narration puts readers directly into a character's head, creating an intimate and immediate experience. This perspective allows for deep emotional connection and personal stakes. But it also comes with unique challenges. In this episode, I'm going to share 4 common pitfalls when writing in first person and how to avoid them . Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #220: 3 Tips For Writing Hook-Worthy Opening Scenes 17:57
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Your opening scenes are valuable real estate. You don't want to squander them on anything mundane or extraneous. Many writers start way too early in the story, often giving the everyday details of their character's life. Or they spend too much time introducing the character's world and not launching him or her into the action soon enough. And then the reader is left wondering where the story is going, and when it's going to pick up momentum. In this episode, I'm sharing 3 tips for writing hook-worthy opening scenes that pull readers in and don't let them go. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #219: Write More, Write Better: 3 Tips For Maximizing Your Time And Energy 13:47
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Ever wish you could expand time and give more energy to your writing? In this episode, you'll learn about two types of time - one that restricts time and one that expands time. We'll also talk about how to manage common distractions, and what it really takes to stay motivated for the long game. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #218: When And How To Write Multiple Points Of View 14:21
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When is it a good idea to write from multiple points of view, rather than one point of view? And how do you do it? In this episode, I'll cover 4 reasons to use multiple points of view, how to write them, and common pitfalls to avoid. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #217: 3 Reasons Your Scenes Aren't Working And What To Do Instead 16:17
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What do you do when you're stuck in a scene, or you know the scene isn't working, and you just don't know why or how to move the scene forward? In this episode, we'll go over three reasons your scenes are stalling and what to do instead. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #216: How To Write With More Ease And Expansion This Year 12:39
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Now that we're in a brand new year, it's a good time to reflect on what worked in the past year, what didn't work, and most importantly, what we can do differently to move the needle forward in 2025. Time is a precious resource, so we don't want to squander it spinning in the wrong direction again and again only to keep getting stuck. So in this episode, I'm going to share 3 ways to write with more freedom, curiosity, and joy this year and beyond. Episode Website Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 Replay: How To Recharge Your Motivation To Write 21:33
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You’ve lost motivation and may even have stopped writing altogether. So how do you get your mojo back so you can bring your work in progress to the finish line? In this throwback episode, we'll explore 5 reasons our motivation fizzles out and how to turn it around. We'll talk about: the power of having a safe, judgement-free community what social scientists have discovered about what really motivates us. (this may surprise you.) the real reason we hit road blocks, plus what we need to break through what flow is and how to get more of it, and... how to stay motivated day by day Also Listen To Episode 20: Four Ways Your Writing Group Is Holding You Back (and what to look for in your next writing tribe) Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 Replay: The 3 Most Important Things To Evaluate In Your Story 18:21
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Getting results in our writing is great. But a result-oriented mindset can hinder creativity and authenticity. In this throwback episode , you'll learn how to evaluate your work based on 2 important qualities: presence and truth. This is all about your emotional connection and belief in your story. It's a more transformational approach that values the ongoing journey, and the evolving relationship with your work. Episode Website Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #215: 3 Character Foundations To Help Structure Your Story 14:49
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The most common struggle writers have when writing a novel is structure. Both plotters and pantsers get overwhelmed with the sheer volume of material and ideas they have about their story. Invariably, the story becomes unwieldy and falls apart. When a story breaks down, it's because the underlying foundation isn't strong enough to hold the story up. So in this episode, I'm going to give you 3 character foundations to help structure your story. You'll learn the symbiotic relationship between plot and character. Episode Website Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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Why do we read stories? And why do we write them? We'll uncover the irresistible pull stories have on us, and why your story matters to those who read it. But in order for your story to matter to readers, it must matter to you first. So in this episode, you'll learn that why you write is far more important than what you write. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #213: How To Show The Passage of Time In Your Novel 25:29
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Keeping your story grounded in time balances the pace of your story and helps readers navigate your character’s journey. But how do you show the passage of time in your novel without jarring, or worse, boring your reader? In this episode, you’ll get clear on the passage of time in your story so you can seamlessly guide the reader as your characters move through time and space. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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Well, it's officially gift giving season, and your family and friends might be asking, “What do you want for Christmas?” Maybe you have a writer in your life and you want to get something special, and you’re wondering, What would support her? What would help her develop her craft? Maybe you want to buy a gift for yourself. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 great gift ideas for writers . I have 5 categories with my personal recommendations for each. You'll find links to all these gifts by clicking here and scrolling down to Links Mentioned In This Episode. Episode Website Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #211:Cause and Effect: A Character Driven Approach To Plot 11:48
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Cause and effect is one of the major tenets of a cohesive plot so everything is knit together to shape your story. Every cause leads to an effect. It's often described as a chain reaction. One event leads to another, and another and another. But when we think of cause and effect solely in what happens, we're missing a big piece of the story. When taken at face value, cause and effect can lead to relatively shallow stories where things just happen to the characters. The characters feel more like pawns to move the plot forward. So what do we mean by cause, and what do we mean by effect? What's the cause? What's the effect? In today's episode, we'll go deeper so that you can use cause and effect more effectively. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #210: Beneath the Plot: 3 Character Secrets Driving Your Story 15:03
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How do you build character into the structure of your story? What's the story beneath the plot? Structure alone won't create the energy and momentum a story thrives on. There's the story underneath driving the plot, and that's all about character. In this episode, I'll reveal 3 secrets about your character that will help you build momentum right into the structure of your story. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #209: Unpredictable: 4 Ways To Keep Readers Guessing 20:23
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Predictability may keep us feeling certain and safe in real life. But it's fatal in story. You never want the reader to see what's coming next. Once the reader can predict how the plot will unfold - when there's nothing to wonder about, worry about, guess, or infer - there's no reason to read any further. So you want to stay one step ahead of your reader, and in most cases, one step ahead of your characters. You know what's going to happen to your characters. You know what the outcome of the story will be. But your characters don't, and neither should your readers. So in this episode, you'll learn 4 ways to create and sustain uncertainty in your story and keep readers guessing. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #208: Beyond Archetype: How To Write A Fascinating Villain 18:26
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How do you write beyond the stock, archetypical villain? ? How do you make him or her believable and intriguing? How do you surprise us? In this episode, I'm sharing 3 ways to make your villain multi-dimensional and complex, even if he or she's downright evil. You'll learn how to write a villain who fascinates. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #207: 5 Questions To Nail Down Your Central Story Idea 20:17
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If I were to ask you what is your story’s central idea, could you sum it up in a few sentences? A big challenge many writers face is keeping their story focused on one single driving point, let alone articulate it. When there’s no central focal point, readers get lost, confused, frustrated and bored. They stop reading. In today’s episode, I’ll give you 5 quick questions to help you get clear and focused on the central idea driving your story. The focal point from which all your story's events revolve. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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First-person often feels like the natural choice when writing a story. But first-person comes with its own set of challenges and limitations. Sometimes first-person characters merely report the action without interesting contrasts between that character's version of the story's events, and what might also be true. In this episode, I'm sharing 3 tips for writing in first-person. You'll learn how to write a character whose perspective creates gaps the reader is eager to fill, and how that character's arc plays out in the story. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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When reading fiction or a memoir, a reader's brain actively simulates the experience of the characters. The reader becomes so absorbed in the story, they experience it as though it's true. They believe in it. But before a reader can believe in your story, you have to believe in it first. In this episode, I'm sharing 3 pathways to building belief in your story. So readers believe in it too. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #204: In Praise of Anti-Heroes: 4 Ways To Make Yours Unforgettable 18:27
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What is an anti-hero and why do they fascinate us? How do they keep us invested in their plight scene after scene, even as they do immoral, criminal, or deplorable things? In this episode, we'll talk about different anti-heroes from film and fiction, and I'll share 4 ways to write an anti-hero with complexity, magnetism, and unforgettable appeal. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #203: The 2 Most Important Qualities To Evaluate in Your Story 19:10
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Getting results in our writing is great. But a result-oriented mindset can hinder creativity and authenticity. In this episode, you'll learn how to evaluate your work based on 2 important qualities: presence and truth. This is all about your emotional connection and belief in your story. It's a more transformational approach that values the ongoing journey, and the evolving relationship with your work. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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1 #202: 3 Secrets to Writing Effective Backstory 23:55
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How much backstory do you really need? How much is too much? Most first-time authors tend to overuse backstory, which can detract from the main story. In this episode, I'll share 3 common mistakes writers make, and I'll give you 3 new ways to think about backstory , so that it doesn't dominate your story, but enhances and deepens it. Episode Website Not sure where to begin writing? Need a way in to your story? Or a way through? Click here to download your FREE 9 Story Starters . Want to join a community of like-minded writers? Need inspiration and support? Join us in our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group . It's totally free to join.…
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