Have you ever noticed that a life and a story are not the same thing? A life is everything.Every ordinary Tuesday. Every meal cooked. Every chore finished. Every year that
Category: Outlining
How to Discover the Moment Your Story StartsHow to Discover the Moment Your Story Starts
Today we’re looking at the moment your story starts. This is not your opening line, or first paragraph or even the first page, this is the moment that propels your
How to Overcome Your Creative ChaosHow to Overcome Your Creative Chaos
Welcome to “Overcoming Creative Chaos,” this session is tailored to help you untangle the complexities of writing and discover clarity in your creative process. Together, we’ll explore powerful techniques for
3 Questions to Ask Before You Plot Your Family History Story3 Questions to Ask Before You Plot Your Family History Story
Embark on your family history storytelling journey with clarity and purpose. In today’s post, we delve into the essential questions that lay the foundation for crafting compelling narratives from your
Do you know the difference between plot and story?Do you know the difference between plot and story?
Imagine a plot as the carefully laid path winding through a forest, leading your readers on a journey through time and emotion. Story, on the other hand, is the very
Launching Your Story: Exploring the 3 Types of Inciting IncidentsLaunching Your Story: Exploring the 3 Types of Inciting Incidents
One could say the scene that launches your ancestor’s story is one of the most important events you will need to decide on. So make sure you have a clear
How to Overcome the Stumbling Blocks in Your Story OutlineHow to Overcome the Stumbling Blocks in Your Story Outline
Over the last several weeks we’ve discussed outlining our family history stories, from the benefits of an outline to the steps to getting started. This week we will look at
Introducing 5 Steps to Outlining Your Ancestor’s StoryIntroducing 5 Steps to Outlining Your Ancestor’s Story
Last week we discussed the importance and benefits of creating an outline for your story. This week, we move on to identifying the 5 steps that you can take towards
What Happens Next?What Happens Next?
Do you stare at the screen and wonder what happens next in your story? Would you like to be able to sit down each and every day