This week on Buffy and the Art of Story – Doomed (Season 4 Episode 11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), where Buffy faces another Apocalypse and Riley makes his case. This podcast episode looks at:

(1) how coincidences affect plot;

(2) similarities to The Zeppo, a Xander-centric episode;

(3) a super strong Story Spark but a Midpoint that lacks power; and

(4) a well structured Spike subplot with lots of momentum

Spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).

Last Episode: Hush S4 E10

Next Up: A New Man

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In addition to hosting the podcast Buffy and the Art of Story, Lisa M. Lilly is the author of the bestselling four-book Awakening supernatural thriller series. She also wrote the Q.C. Davis mysteries, as well as numerous short stories. Her non-fiction includes books on writing craft under L. M. Lilly. She also founded WritingAsASecondCareer.com.