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thank you so much for actually explaining exactly what a scene is made of, instead of just saying, you have to write deeper scenes. Yes of course, but how ? I see now what i'm doing wrong after years of trying to write intense scenes. 🧡🧡
"conflict stems from what's come before and effects what's coming next" boom, there it is! Thank you for creating this series. It's super helpful for a beginner like me that generally has no idea where to start with writing a scene!
I like how you explained how to get readers to care about the story using layers of conflict, I was always confused about how I could make my characters more interesting and it sounds super useful
Another great video to help with working out my scenes. Creating conflict on a scene by scene basis is one of my issues, so this video has come at the ideal time! Can't wait for publish and thrive too; it's going to be fantastic xx
Thanks so much for this video! I always struggle immensely with the first/opening scene - to include enough conflict to ensure the reader keeps going. I either add too much (too much jammed into one scene) or just a this happened, then that happened kind of mess 😖
I am enjoying inserts that you have you put together. I’m writing a science fiction/religion book. I’m at the point where I need to flesh out my antagonist ( the devil) so my readers can see him in a different way and understand why he is the way he is.
I would love to read this if you have finished it! I'm working on a paranormal/religious book myself. One of my MC's is similar to a demon (but he hates his job).
Great video! I like the idea of the girl who needs rent money from her sister! I imagine her needing to sell something dear to her heart and she has to hitch a ride with the good looking vagabond guy who take her across the country to deliver the item she needs to sell for money. 😁
Fantastic, thanks for this! what I haven't liked is where an author just piles drama after drama on a character that doesn't seem to come in a realistic manner and has that feel of it's there for sake of tension and doesn't add to the story let alone its enjoyment.
I want to add that there are also small conflicts. Like in my novel there is an overarching large religious / community values conflict. There's conflict between comfort and truth. There's also the main character's internal conflict of wanting to quiet and obidient and fit in, but not being able to take the status quo any longer. There's a physical /outer obstacle conflict. But there's also a million other small conflicts on just about every page: contrasting personality conflicts, contrasting sizes and ages, the conflict between the motifs of water and fire, conflicting life views, conflicting emotions, conflicting actions, conflicts between beauty and danger, etc. I think conflicts both large and small are what keeps the reader turning the page. Just my two cents.
@@HeartBreathings I thought you'd touch on the subject in one of these videos, but I wasn't sure. It's the biggest hurdle I have in outlining. I can come up with plot, character, conflict.... I just don't know how that easily translates into various scenes.
Check out "Story Genius" by "Lisa Cron" It is a lot to digest but if you persevere you will understand how to plot your scenes based upon your character's goal. Remember that character drives the plot. Best of luck.
I've seen so many scenes in books and tv where you just have characters arguing for what seems like the sake of having conflict. It just doesn't seem believable and comes across like the writer wanted some conflict but it's not natural.
I hope you're enjoying this series!!! Don't forget: Publish and Thrive starts on Saturday! Learn more here: heartbreathings.teachable.com/p/publish-and-thrive
thank you so much for actually explaining exactly what a scene is made of, instead of just saying, you have to write deeper scenes. Yes of course, but how ? I see now what i'm doing wrong after years of trying to write intense scenes.
🧡🧡
So happy you found it helpful!
"conflict stems from what's come before and effects what's coming next" boom, there it is! Thank you for creating this series. It's super helpful for a beginner like me that generally has no idea where to start with writing a scene!
Love all your videos. Literally only person I watch that actually makes me feel better instead of more stressed lol
Every time I watch one of your videos about writing, I get three new ideas to write about. Loved it!
This is incredibly helpful! I've been binge-watching this series and i LOVE your content ❤️
Great information thank you
I like how you explained how to get readers to care about the story using layers of conflict, I was always confused about how I could make my characters more interesting and it sounds super useful
can you do videos on backstory
I adore these videos!
Thank you, Sarra. I'm going back to my WIP to see where I can add more layers of conflict. :)
Another great video to help with working out my scenes. Creating conflict on a scene by scene basis is one of my issues, so this video has come at the ideal time! Can't wait for publish and thrive too; it's going to be fantastic xx
Thanks so much for this video! I always struggle immensely with the first/opening scene - to include enough conflict to ensure the reader keeps going. I either add too much (too much jammed into one scene) or just a this happened, then that happened kind of mess 😖
Love your explanations on how the scenes need to be. Now I see what some scenes are missing
Thank you so much Sarra! You are a true inspiration!♥
Great explanation with concrete examples. Than you.
This is really helpful! I'm struggling with scenes that don't have enough conflict. Thanks, Sara!
Great stuff Sarra, thank you!
I am enjoying inserts that you have you put together. I’m writing a science fiction/religion book. I’m at the point where I need to flesh out my antagonist ( the devil) so my readers can see him in a different way and understand why he is the way he is.
I would love to read this if you have finished it! I'm working on a paranormal/religious book myself. One of my MC's is similar to a demon (but he hates his job).
Great video! I like the idea of the girl who needs rent money from her sister! I imagine her needing to sell something dear to her heart and she has to hitch a ride with the good looking vagabond guy who take her across the country to deliver the item she needs to sell for money. 😁
Ooh that would make a great story!
Fantastic, thanks for this!
what I haven't liked is where an author just piles drama after drama on a character that doesn't seem to come in a realistic manner and has that feel of it's there for sake of tension and doesn't add to the story let alone its enjoyment.
I want to add that there are also small conflicts. Like in my novel there is an overarching large religious / community values conflict. There's conflict between comfort and truth. There's also the main character's internal conflict of wanting to quiet and obidient and fit in, but not being able to take the status quo any longer. There's a physical /outer obstacle conflict. But there's also a million other small conflicts on just about every page: contrasting personality conflicts, contrasting sizes and ages, the conflict between the motifs of water and fire, conflicting life views, conflicting emotions, conflicting actions, conflicts between beauty and danger, etc. I think conflicts both large and small are what keeps the reader turning the page. Just my two cents.
WOOOW! Those examples were amazing!! Ultra helpful. I know better now what to look for and what to take care of while writing. Thank you!!
How do you create a scene list based on your plot outline?🤔
Great question! Not something I can answer in a short comment but a good future video idea, though we will touch on this in the next video
@@HeartBreathings I thought you'd touch on the subject in one of these videos, but I wasn't sure. It's the biggest hurdle I have in outlining. I can come up with plot, character, conflict.... I just don't know how that easily translates into various scenes.
Check out "Story Genius" by "Lisa Cron" It is a lot to digest but if you persevere you will understand how to plot your scenes based upon your character's goal. Remember that character drives the plot. Best of luck.
@@woodlandlady7011 I've been looking into getting that, but I need to wait for a bit for personal reasons.
I've seen so many scenes in books and tv where you just have characters arguing for what seems like the sake of having conflict. It just doesn't seem believable and comes across like the writer wanted some conflict but it's not natural.
Why have we done away with the word natural? The word Organic is ANNOYING.