Sometimes the most powerful part of a story is not what is said outright, but what is left unsaid. In this video, I explore “the gap” as a silent story
Category: Scene Writing
What Makes One Ancestor Story More Powerful Than AnotherWhat Makes One Ancestor Story More Powerful Than Another
It’s easy to think powerful stories come from more dramatic lives.But often, the difference lies in how the story is shaped.
The Secret to Writing Stories Your Grandchildren Will Actually ReadThe Secret to Writing Stories Your Grandchildren Will Actually Read
You don’t need more facts.You don’t need more time. You need one powerful shift that changes how you write your scenes — and today, I’m going to show you what
Nurturing Your Craft: How to Propel Your Stories ForwardNurturing Your Craft: How to Propel Your Stories Forward
In this week’s Storylines, we focus on the craft decisions that strengthen your scenes and propel your narrative forward. A simple approach to making steady, meaningful progress.
Why Scene Matters More Than StoryWhy Scene Matters More Than Story
Stop trying to write your whole story at once. Story isn’t something you tell from beginning to end — it’s built one scene at a time. In this episode, we’ll
When Too Much Description is Really Too MuchWhen Too Much Description is Really Too Much
Ever find your prose bogged down by page‑after‑page of lush detail? In today’s Storyline, we’ll explore exactly when ‘more’ becomes ‘too much’ and share simple strategies to keep your writing
How to Write a Scene From Memory and ResearchHow to Write a Scene From Memory and Research
Got an ancestry story or a memory that lives in fragments? Maybe a scent, a photo, a phrase? Today, I’ll show you how to take that spark and build it
Why birth to death tales don’t work- and how to fix them!Why birth to death tales don’t work- and how to fix them!
Struggling to turn your ancestor’s life story into an engaging narrative? In this video, we’ll explore why ‘birth-to-death’ summaries fall flat and how focusing on key scene moments can bring
How to Share Family Stories during the HolidaysHow to Share Family Stories during the Holidays
In just 15 minutes a day over 5 days you could write a small family story scene that could be shared in some interesting ways over the holiday season. Watch