Writing Techniques We Can Learn from Classic Movies with Donna Mumma

What did you think of this episode?Do you watch classic movies to improve your writing? Donna Mumma shares how doing just that can produce great fiction.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you’re listening in. During this episode, you’ll learn to pick out writing techniques from watching classic movies to improve your writing.My industry expert Donna Mumma perfected storytelling in her first-grade classroom, spinning tales exciting enough to settle a roomful of antsy six-year-olds. She loves to blend history, mystery, and faith in her novels, which include Fresh Scars, The Women of Wynton’s, and First Comes Marriage . . . Then Comes Murder. A native Floridian, she now lives on the Sunshine State’s west coast, sharing life with her family and her energetic collie, Duke.Alright, let’s head into our content for today… Writing Techniques We Can Learn from Classic Movies How to watch a classic movie and pick out great writing techniques that will transfer well to writing great fiction. All About Eve notes - Donna MummaDonna MummaDonna on FacebookDonna on InstagramVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#4 Podcast 2026 "Million Podcasts Top 30 Christian Writers Podcasts"#1 Podcast 2024 "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers.Awarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy Podcast