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Q&A: Can I Use Script Format for Dialogue?
Submitted by Dave L,
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Episode 363: Verbs
We must all appreciate the hard working verb.
Outline a Short Story in Seven Steps
The second edition of this story formula has more tips, more options, and further reading.
Help Wanted: Content Editor
Do you love pulling stories apart to see how they tick?
Q&A: Are There Any Good Steampunk RPGs?
Submitted by Prince Infidel,
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Episode 362: Meta Mysteries
Our main advice on meta mysteries is: don’t.
Five Ways Arcane Could Be Better
Even a show that blows us out of the water has room to improve.
How to Keep Your Favorite Character From Ruining Your Story
The first step to fixing a candied character is recognizing them.
Four D&D Power Gaming Builds for the Inventor
Some of the best D&D content is entirely unofficial.
Q&A: How Do I Establish Backstory?
Submitted by Svend,
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Episode 361: Ghosts!
Let's play Ghost or No Ghost.
Way of Kings Shows Us the Damage Meta Mysteries Can Do
Don't make readers puzzle out what the protagonist already knows.
How Writing Instructors Forgo the Most Vital Fiction Lesson
A gut feeling for stories isn't enough.
Five Powerful Subclasses for Levels 9–12
Finally, you can cast Otto's Irresistible Dance!
Q&A: How Do I Start My Plot?
Submitted by Murphie,
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Episode 360: Backstory
How much backstory should your story have?
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