Storytelling Writing

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” -Dr. Seuss “God will use YOUR story and God will bless it.” -Brae Wyckoff “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” -God (Proverbs 22:6) Our children are under attack through evil storytellers and a viewpoint from a fallen world. God sent us to combat that evil through Kingdom storytelling. Do you feel compelled to write children’s books? Is there a stirring within you to champion our kids to walk in righteousness? Do you ...

Telling stories is as old as language itself. Before humans learned how to write, the only way to communicate was through telling stories. In today's world, most of us regard ourselves as bad storytellers. What happened? Telling great stories is a skilled art. Almost anyone can become a first-class storyteller, and you can learn the secrets.

Storytelling acts as a fantastic teaching tool that imparts life lessons to people of all ages. Storytelling has proved its durability and importance beyond any shadow of a doubt, beginning with the dawn of civilization and continuing in this era of almost immediate access to all knowledge. It has influenced our world in a number of ways, some of which are boringly simple to see and understand, and some of which remain more mysterious and enigmatic in meaning.

Some old grudges fester until they explode in dangerous ways. Pam and Paul Bigelow were excited and honored to be hosting the Sunrise Harbor Maine Animal Shelter’s annual Valentine’s Day charity event. They certainly didn’t anticipate their elegant Victorian mansion turning into a cold-hearted crime scene. We’re talking a man strangled with a string twinkling lights, the disappearance of a treasured family heirloom, and shelter dogs cowering in fear. All this happening in the span of a five minutes, all in complete darkness, and none of it making a bit of sense. Who’d want to ...

When stories are used in business settings, we expect them to deliver more. We need stories to be remembered and repeated. That's a challenge. Using stories isn't as easy as it may seem, both in terms of shaping stories to align with business situations and telling stories that are compelling enough to repeat. In this audiobook, Sally solves both challenges by providing insights on the listener's perspective and concrete tools to shape storylines and stories that deliver impact.

Eager for a "doable adventure", Christopher Koch sets off on an impromptu 1,500-mile motorcycle trip down the Mississippi River from St. Paul to New Orleans in November 2014 - ill-equipped and underprepared as an unexpected Arctic air mass, the death rattle of a Pacific super-typhoon, washes over the American heartland. While meteorologists struggle for superlatives to describe the record-breaking cold, Koch pushes onward to overcome the weather, mechanical troubles, and his own hubris - and in doing so learns as much about himself as the hardscrabble landscape through which he rides.

Steve Cuden’s Beating Hollywood examines, piece by piece, how writers, directors, and producers create stories for extraordinary movies by breaking down forty classic films into narrative beats, plot points, and movements to uncover how magic was made. More than a simple look at what others have done, this book also serves as a comprehensive guide to how you, too, can craft a memorable story for the screen. From Cuden’s 150 invaluable tips, you’ll learn how to: Master storytelling fundamentals Create unforgettable characters, dialogue, and scenes Build solid story structure Develop ...

Unlocking Your Inner Songwriter: A Guide to Writing Great Lyrics is a comprehensive guidebook for aspiring songwriters who want to improve their lyrical skills and take their writing to the next level. Written by seasoned songwriter and music industry expert, this book offers a wealth of practical advice, exercises, and insights to help you tap into your creativity, find your unique voice, and write lyrics that resonate with your audience.

Thanks to this guided storytelling course, you will learn how to create and structure a story from beginning to end, following the archetypes of storytelling. If you have a book in your drawer, if you are missing some incipits or some narrative features, this is the path for you. You will learn to create blocks to build in order to make your story compelling and exciting, and to characterize protagonists, antagonists, and secondary characters following a functional narrative scheme that has been used on many occasions, from TV series to novels and ancient literature.

You need to know about this. They're calling it the biggest business skill of the next five years. To explain the abstract, or the complex, we need to use stories. This short Two-Minute Solution will give you practical, step-by-step ways to increase your effectiveness with stories tactically woven into your regular business writing.

Embark on a literary expedition with "Written in the Wild," your ultimate guide to capturing the essence of adventure through the timeless practice of journaling. This eBook connects you to nature and the introspective world of outdoor journaling, offering a rich, transformative experience that goes beyond the pages and into the realm of self-discovery. Imagine holding a compilation of your greatest outdoor explorations, each page a testament to the awe and wonder of the natural world. In Chapter 1, delve into the treasured practice of keeping an adventure journal and understand its role as...

Dave Hill was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. But his grandfather was from Canada. Inspired by a publisher's payment of several hundred dollars (Canadian) in cash, Dave has traveled all over Canada, reconnecting with his heritage in such places as Montreal, Moose Jaw, Regina, Winnipeg, and Merrickville, meeting a range of Canadians, touching things he probably shouldn't, and having adventures too numerous and rich in detail to be done justice in this blurb. The result, he promises, is "the greatest Canada-based literary thrill ride of your lifetime".

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THIS BOOK “If you feel called to write, Brae’s devotional will give you the inspiration and encouragement to write the story God has inside of you.” Scott Evans- President & CEO of Outreach, Inc. “Brae has progressed from non-believer to become a literary disciple for God. As he expresses his goal to encourage writers of all ages to tell their stories, he is doing the work for his Heavenly Father, for God uses the written word as a pulpit.” Peter Berkos- Academy Award Winner and Author “There is a storyteller in every one of you. Brae will help you ...

Whether you're a seasoned romance author or just starting your writing journey, Revolutionizing Romance Writing will guide you through the transformational process of integrating ChatGPT into your creative arsenal. Unleash your full potential as a romance writer, discover the secrets of ChatGPT, and write stellar novels that will captivate listeners worldwide.

Learn the #1 secret of the top professional speakers in the world: how to craft and deliver a riveting story. Exceptional storytelling skills have been proven to build career success. Whether you are at a cocktail party, in the corporate boardroom, or in a routine meeting, your ability to craft interesting stories will have a measurable impact on your success. Learn how to harness the human psyche’s positive response to a good story.

Unleash your storytelling potential with "The Popcorn Principles: Triple Feature Box Set," a comprehensive guide for novel writers inspired by the magic of movies. This box set includes three indispensable books designed to elevate your fiction writing using principles gleaned from the world of filmmaking.

Step into the world of limitless possibilities where fiction writing becomes an art form, and imagination knows no bounds. Whether you aspire to captivate readers, explore new genres, or simply elevate your writing skills, this audiobook is your key to power up your fiction and unleash your full creative potential.

Can AI truly fathom literary artistry or emotion? Is there space for machine-human partnership expanding creative frontiers? As artificial intelligence permeates our world, intriguing questions arise around its role in the arts. In The Future of Storytelling: AI and the Art of Flash Fiction, writer Charles Eugene Anderson chronicles his adventures on the frontier of AI-assisted fiction. With warmth and wit, Anderson welcomes you along his journey, pioneering techniques for wedding AI’s tireless productivity with human inspiration. Together, you’ll craft micro tales brimming with life ...

Wherever you are, whenever suits you, start your novel the right way. Learn your style of writing and get that first book out of your head.

Do you want to learn how to craft great stories that will inspire, engage, and entertain? If you're looking for a guide that will teach you the secrets of storytelling, look no further. Crafting Great Stories by Gerald Gallagher will help you craft detailed, three-dimensional stories. It will help you discover how to craft a tight plot, construct believable characters, and write with a consistent voice. This book is not only for those who want to become writers. Whether you are a playwright, screenwriter, or short story writer, Crafting Great Stories will help.