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Is Subverting Expectations Satisfying in Storytelling?
Discover the delicate balance between subverting expectations and satisfying storytelling with examples from the stories that did it best!
Alan Eck
4 min read


Story Fix: Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
How could we make Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith even better? Let's explore some changes that would make for a better story!
Alan Eck
8 min read


The Writer’s Quest: How to Write a Book, Part One
Embark upon "The Writer’s Quest" and heed the call for your own creative adventure! Discover your own Hero’s Journey of how to write a book.
Alan Eck
3 min read


Story Fix: Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
How could we make Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace better? Let's explore some changes that would make for a more satisfying story!
Alan Eck
8 min read


Movie Hero Mount Rushmore: Who are the Best Movie Heroes of All Time?
Discover the best movie heroes of all time and find out who made it onto my Movie Hero Mount Rushmore! Don't miss this epic ranking!
Alan Eck
12 min read


Movie Villain Mount Rushmore: Who are the Best Movie Villains of All Time?
Discover the best movie villains of all time and find out who made it onto my Movie Villain Mount Rushmore! Don't miss this epic ranking!
Alan Eck
9 min read


The Right Way to Raise the Stakes
How do you raise the stakes in your writing? Does it suit the story you're telling? Here's how to craft a compelling story with high stakes.
Alan Eck
4 min read
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