In this episode, we explain the importance of character arcs. 

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All tips & tricks related to creating powerful stakes that compel your readers! Including real examples from Hunger Games, Mighty Ducks, and sports movies. 

BONUS - If Stacy competes in a steak grilling competition to distract vampires in order to stake one...what kind of stakes could you have in that story?

Join the sages as they talk about how to writing tricks to create interesting characters. 

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Which craft book is better—Save the Cat or Story Genius? Watch the Semi-Sages debate. Let us know in the comments which one you think is better!

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What is the writing secret to making better conflict, and what even is Micro conflict anyway?

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Monsters. Vampires. Ghouls. Spirits. 

'Tis the season for the spooktacular. Celebrate by entering our 500 word flash fiction contest. For more information check out www.semisagesofthepages.com or join us on Discord.

In this episode, we explain the importance of structure in strengthening your story.

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Watch the Sages discuss why it's important to decide how big your story is going to be, before you really get going on it.

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In this episode, we work with No Bad Books editor and owner Theresa Halvorsen to learn what keeps good authors from being published

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How Big is your...Story?

Watch the Sages discuss why it's important to decide how big your story is going to be, before you really get going on it.

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