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Deep in the heart of an ancient wood stands an archway of stone and strange magic... A doorway to another world. Here stands an aged sprite – Grael his name – on a mission borne of loss and desperate hope. And so our tale begins...

Tales of the Echowood is a 10-Part Fantasy Anthology Series from the creators of The Sheridan Tapes, and will premiere in August 2021 following the season two finale. The series stars Sam Taylor as Grael, with original music by Jesse Haugen. It is written and produced by Wray Van Winkle.

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In this episode, we address the paradox of showing genuine change in the third act: if true character is only revealed through action in conflict, then how do you demonstrate the completion of a character arc after the main conflict ends? Learn how to maintain a level of stakes through the entire narrative, shift the focus of the conflict in the last act, and intentionally deliver on a compelling character arc in your writing.

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In this episode, the protagonist reaches the final, and perhaps most difficult, threshold in the journey: the return to the ordinary world. Learn how and why characters must come home at the end of their arcs, how to use this moment most effectively for your premise, and how this beat works in ongoing, serialized storytelling.

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In this episode, we arrive in the final act of the story, and discuss how and why the resolution should not just be an afterthought to your climax. Learn how to create a resolution that serves your reader, concludes your story's plot lines satisfyingly, and fits the thematic premise of your narrative.

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In this episode, Act 2 comes to an explosive end, as the effects of the crisis decision ripple out into a final confrontation between protagonist and antagonist. Learn how to use the climax's connection to the inciting incident to show character growth, deliver on reader expectations, and craft an exciting and emotionally compelling finale.

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In this episode, Wray discusses what is perhaps the most important part of any story -- the final crisis before the act 2 climax. Learn how to bring your characters to their lowest point using their inherent flaws and set the stage for an emotionally satisfying and cathartic conclusion.

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In this episode, Wray talks about what to do when you hit the halfway point in your story: how to use this moment to increase the effect of your crisis and climax, improve pacing in the second act, and give your plot a greater sense of structure.

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In this episode, Wray talks plot reversals and revelations, how to twist your story without losing your reader, and ways to effectively set up big story payoffs in your own writing.

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In this episode, Wray talks about how to develop your supporting cast, create compelling subplots, and find the organic structure of your narrative. Learn how to humanize the bit parts of your stories and why it's so important to treat characters like real people when writing.

Homestead on the Corner will return on Wednesday, June 1st with more lesson episodes. In the meantime, check out our new fiction show at thesheridantapes.com

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In this episode, Wray talks about the distinction between villains and antagonists, how to humanize them in the story, and ways to create memorable, necessary opponents for your protagonist.

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