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How to Tell a Story: The Secrets of Writing Captivating Tales

Drawing on Provost's proven philosophies, Rubie examines every facet of storytelling, from narrative hooks to fulfilling climaxes. Through advice, exercises and an outstanding array of examples, you'll learn to create gripping narratives powered by strong characters. You'll discover the secrets of sequencing, of weaving subplots into rich stories, of manipulating story pace to increase conflict, tension and surprise.

Subject
self-help
Themes
writers
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 234 pages

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