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Herded Words episodes
- Writing the Resolution of a Story
The resolution is the final ending of the story. In this episode learn about how to write a resolution and if you should wrap everything up or leave readers wondering.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of subplots in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
6 min - How to Write a Hook
The hook is the very beginning of a novel and it's crucial! In this episode learn about how the four elements of a great hook and three common ways to write a hook.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of hooks in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
5 min - How to Write a Mentor Character
The mentor character will help guide your main character through the plot. In this episode learn about mentor qualities and roles.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of mentors in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
7 min - How to Write a Sidekick [4 Qualities + 7 Roles]
A sidekick character is essential to almost every novel. In this episode, learn about what a sidekick is, 4 qualities they should have, and 7 roles they can play in your story!
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of sidekicks in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
6 min - How to Write the Rising Action in Fiction
The rising action is the longest period of your novel. It happens between the inciting incident and the climax. In this episode, learn about the 4 roles of the rising action.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of rising action in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
4 min - How to Write a Love Interest
There are many types of love that should be represented in a novel. In this episode learn about 3 types of love, 5 qualities of a love interest, and love stereotypes.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of love interests in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
10 min - How to Write Falling Action in Fiction
The falling action of your story occurs right after the climax. In this episode, learn about the 4 elements of the falling action and find out if you can skip it.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of falling action in bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
4 min - Developing Strong Character Relationships in Your Novel!
Character relationships are often the driving force of any novel. In this episode, learn about the 8 types of relationships and get tips to write excellent character relationships in your novel!
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of character relationships from bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
9 min - How to Write the Climax of a Story
The climax of a story is its biggest moment. In this episode, learn about 4 elements that make an epic climax.
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of the climax from bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
6 min - How to Write an Antagonist (readers will love to hate)
A bad antagonist can ruin an otherwise great novel. In this episode, learn about the 4 different antagonists & get 5 tips to write an exceptional antagonist!
Check out herdedwords.com to see examples of antagonists from bestselling & award-winning modern fiction AND get writing prompts & exercises!
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Lessons on fiction writing.