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EPISODE · Jan 27, 2021 · 13 MIN

#33: Three Ways to Avoid Melodrama

from Writer Unleashed · host Nanci Panuccio

There's a delicate balance between bringing a scene to the dramatic brim, and spilling over the top into melodrama. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, I'll share 3 techniques for avoiding melodrama,  plus a writing exercise to bring it all home.We'll explore:The power of restraint The near-death experience approach to tragedy in storyHow to  use objects to carry character emotion. If you want to connect with more like-minded writers, and with me, join us on our private Writer Unleashed Community Facebook Group. Joining is free. Structure your story with this FREE 3-Act Worksheet. Go beyond outlining and write a story that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end.   Grab your FREE Worksheet here.

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There's a delicate balance between bringing a scene to the dramatic brim, and spilling over the top into melodrama. On today's episode of Writer Unleashed, I'll share 3 techniques for avoiding melodrama, plus a writing exercise to bring it all home. We'll explore: The power of restraint The near-death experience approach to tragedy in storyHow to use objects to carry character emotion. If you want to connect with more like-minded writers, and with me, join us on ou...

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