Tag Archives: Story Structure Demystified

Fumbling Towards Part 1 – Day 286

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Graham Strong

I’m on the last leg of Part 1 in the second draft, and it’s a good feeling. Too long I’ve felt like I was spinning wheels here. I’m working on the last scene now — the climatic scene of the … Continue reading →

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Writing the Second Draft: How I’m Surviving the Transition from Muses to Musing – Day 151

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Graham Strong

[Important note: I have a book giveaway at the end of this post, so don’t run away! Scroll down to find out how to win your free copy…] I like writing first drafts. You are accountable to nobody, and you’re … Continue reading →

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Day 122 – Can’t Get You Outta My Head

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Graham Strong

So I thought I was finished with the first draft. Turns out the first draft wasn’t finished with me. I’ve been bombarded the last few days with ideas, most of them tidbits, but some of them momentous scenes. Which is … Continue reading →

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Day 120 – Water, Water, Everywhere…

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Graham Strong

Not much to report today. I read more of “Story Structure Demystified” earlier today (should finish it in the next day or two) and have started working out in my head how to structure my own loose story. I’m finding … Continue reading →

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Day 119 – Finished Writing on First Draft!

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Graham Strong

I hit a milestone yesterday that I didn’t quite realize until today: I finished writing the first draft! Let me explain… You see, with about eight minutes or so left in the writing session yesterday, I just stopped. I’d finished … Continue reading →

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