In this video, we’re going to delve into why you should embrace outlining your scenes but also some of the basics of outlining a scene in your ancestor’s story. We’ll guide you through the various elements you should identify in advance of writing the scene and also introduce you to a couple of tools that make it easy and fun.
If you missed last week’s Scene vs Summary video you’ll find it here.
Here’s the three tools I reference in this video
Today, we’re diving into an essential topic that will elevate your family stories from good to unforgettable. We’re exploring the art of using ‘Scene’ and ‘Summary.”Just like a chef knowing when to add a dash of spice or a sprinkle of sugar, as family history writers, we need to understand when to use a scene or a summary. Are you ready to master this delicate balance? Watch today’s Storylines.
Hey there, fellow scribes! Welcome back to my writer’s corner, where we dive deep into the art of family history storytelling. Today, we’re tackling a topic that’s essential for any budding writer: head hopping. You might be wondering, “What on earth is head hopping?” Well, fear not, because in this video, we’ll unravel the mysteries behind this sneaky technique and discover how to steer clear of its pitfalls. It’s like navigating a treacherous river, but with the right knowledge and guidance, you’ll be able to keep your readers engaged and immersed in your narrative. So grab your pens and notebooks, and let’s embark on this exciting journey together.
Today, let’s delve into an important topic that will truly elevate your storytelling skills – point of view. Discover the point of view that is most suited to writing family history stories and learn all about its superpowers. Join us for this enlightening lesson and unlock the secrets of creating multi-dimensional masterpieces.
You probably heard before that in any given scene you need character, your ancestor, of course, and setting, but what else? Are you locking down all 6 key components in your scenes. Scenes are so very important to our family history stories, and understanding these 6 components will go along way to getting it right and engaging your reader. Watch the video lesson below and start crafting scenes that will entertain and engage your reader.
It’s not uncommon to start writing your family history stories using summary, telling our family history stories by summarizing our facts into paragraphs. But after a while we soon realize this does not make for an engaging story and we need to learn how to show rather then always tell. Today, we gathered together some tips to help you learn how to transition your writing from telling to showing.
Capturing your family history through scenes can be a powerful and magical way to retell the events of our ancestors’ lives. With the help of scenes, you can bring more life to your story and make it even more meaningful. Scenes are the best place to start when making that leap from a factual analytical writer to a more creative storyteller. In today’s video we discuss how scenes can transform your stories.