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EPISODE · Aug 15, 2026 · 25 MIN

182: “Say Yes” by Tobias Wolff

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Interested in our novel mentorship program or have any other questions? Email us at [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining our Patreon. Your support helps us keep the show running. Find out more at http://www.patreon.com/whyisthisgoodpodcast You can also subscribe to our monthly newsletter at http://www.napleswritersworkshop.com In this episode, we discuss “Say Yes” by Tobias Wolff. What can we learn from this quick story with great depth? How can a story create depth of character without relying on backstory and character history? How can a mundane setup help focus a story on its central point? How can a story introduce the main elements it will develop right at the start?

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