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StoryArk episodes
- How to Write a Novel: David Arndt on Writing Good Dialogue
Author David Arndt provides insight on how to write dialogue in a historical setting and shares the steps his book Grimm Patriot advanced through to develop from paper pad to published novel.
15 min - How to Write a Novel: Stephanie Landsem on Researching a Historical Setting
Student hosts Annaclare and Aurora interview Biblical fiction author Stephanie Landsem on how to research a novel to create a vibrant setting.
10 min - How to Write a Novel: Internal and External Conflict in Harry Potter
Student hosts Rebecca and Jill consider the Harry Potter series and explain how J.K. Rowling builds both internal and external conflict into her stories. Warning: huge spoiler alert. Don’t listen to unless you’ve read the series :)
11 min - How to Write a Novel: Andy Hueller on Conflict
Plot emerges out of the actions of characters, and author Andy Hueller provides tips on how to develop conflict to make your novel a page-turning experience.
10 min - How to Write a Novel: Jacqueline West on Developing a Writing Routine
The hardest part of writing is, well, actually sitting down to write. New York Times bestselling author Jacqueline West shares how she stays disciplined and details what strategies she uses to maintain a consistent writing schedule.
Voices in the Valley’s “How to Write a Novel” series first aired at the beginning of 2016. In this series, we couple fun and learning into one entertaining package of creative writing tips and inspiration.
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About StoryArk
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Student initiated, student led, our creative process focuses on building life skills through a passion for storytelling and the desire to communicate and be in relationship with each other. In our creative process, students lead students and professional writers, actors, directors, filmmakers and editors serve as mentors who share their skills and wisdom as needed with youth.
As we work together and support each other individually as artists, quality content naturally emerges. Ultimately, our artistic success is determined by how well we develop students as individuals and as team members.