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EPISODE · Jun 7, 2022 · 17 MIN

#93: Whose Story Is It?

from Writer Unleashed · host Nanci Panuccio

Call it your hero.  Or your MC. But all stories need one main protagonist.  When we don’t know who your main character is, we have no one to root for. Why is picking one character to focus on a good idea?We need to know who we’re experiencing your story through. Your protagonist is the portal.  It's how we hook into your story from the first page to the last. In this episode, you'll learn why focusing on one character creates a richer experience for the reader, and an easier writing experience for you.You'll learn what to do when you have multiple character viewpoints, co-protagonists, and other characters who have a stake in the action.  And I'll give you 3 questions to help you nail the main star of your story. So grab a pencil and let's do this together. Episode WebsiteLink mentioned in this episode:Episode 89: What Plotters and Pantsers Both Get Wrong About StoryStructure 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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Call it your hero. Or your MC. But all stories need one main protagonist. When we don’t know who your main character is, we have no one to root for. Why is picking one character to focus on a good idea? We need to know who we’re experiencing your story through. Your protagonist is the portal. It's how we hook into your story from the first page to the last. In this episode, you'll learn why focusing on one character creates a richer experience for the reader, ...

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