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S5_E14. Turning Your Book Into a Movie? The #1 Mistake to Avoid
It’s one of the biggest questions authors ask. In this episode, Zena Dell Lowe shares her no-nonsense take: when it’s worth doing, when it’s not, and why your energy may be better spent elsewhere.
S5_E13. Mastering Act Three: How to Craft a Final Showdown That Delivers
Learn how to master Act Three & craft a powerful climax that brings your story full circle. In this episode of The Storyteller’s Mission discover how to build momentum, structure the final showdown, & deliver an ending your audience won’t forget.
S5_E12. Act Two vs Act Three: What's Really Happening at the Transition
What actually happens at the turning point between Act Two and Act Three? Hint: it’s not always the “lowest emotional point.”
S5_E11. Short Film, Big Story: What You Must Keep—And What You Can Drop
Writing a short film? Wondering what to keep—and what to ditch? In this episode of Open Season, Zena breaks down what really matters in a 10-minute story.
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