Turning to Story

09: Making Boring Scenes Better


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Got a scene that has all the plot and dialogue, but it still falls flat? Struggling to figure out what makes a chapter less memorable than others? Anna Mercier and Lyssa Mia Smith talk about how to write scenes that maximize screen time and purpose. Keep your reader turning pages as we discuss how to make boring scenes better!


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