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Art of Story

By: Stuart J. Tanner
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  • How do the elements of a story, such as character, plot, dialogue, and setting, work together to deliver a compelling and meaningful experience for a reader? Art of Story explains what a writer needs to know and why they need to know it.
    Copyright 2023 Stuart J. Tanner
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  • What is Story?

    What is Story?
    May 6 2020

    Stories are much more than merely a list of events. They have far more to them than simply conveying what has happened. A story must communicate experience and understanding in a form that's meaningful and compelling for the reader or audience.
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    13 mins
  • The Protagonist and Antagonist. The dynamic heart of a story.

    The Protagonist and Antagonist. The dynamic heart of a story.
    May 10 2020

    The protagonist is the main character, or the central figure in the story. Almost without exception, the protagonist will go through some process of change or transformation. How and why this happens is revealed in the story. The antagonist is the character in opposition to the protagonist, and against whom they must contend. It’s this central opposition that gives the story its drama and dynamism.
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    43 mins
  • Transformation in Story

    Transformation in Story
    Jun 7 2020

    Transformation is the inner aspect of story. A main character face challenges, and in order to meet these challenges, they need to change. In this episode of Art of Story, we examine the transformation arc of a main character and its vital role in story.

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    53 mins
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