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The Writer’s Quest: How to Write a Book, Part Three
"The Writer’s Quest," Part Three! Heed the call for your own creative adventure! Discover your own Hero’s Journey of how to write a book.
Alan Eck
5 min read
NEW STORY: "A History of Watchmaking" - A Classic (and Comic) Case of Over-Explanation
Uncover the amusing tale of 'A History of Watchmaking' - a delightful blend of humor and history!
Alan Eck
1 min read
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
The Writer’s Quest: How to Write a Book, Part Two
"The Writer’s Quest," Part Two! Heed the call for your own creative adventure! Discover your own Hero’s Journey of how to write a book.
Alan Eck
4 min read
Shogun Review: Grand, Triumphant TV
Discover the grandeur and triumph of FX's historical epic Shogun. Check out my review on this captivating tale set in feudal Japan!
Alan Eck
3 min read
Story Fix: Mass Effect 3 (and the Importance of Finishing Strong)
Uncover the importance of finishing strong in storytelling as we dive into fixing the controversial conclusion of Mass Effect 3.
Alan Eck
9 min read
NEW STORY: "The Wee Hours" - A Short Story of Sudden Insomnia
Discover "The Wee Hours" - a short story born from sudden insomnia. Dive into this insightful flash fiction inspired by a sleepless night.
Alan Eck
1 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
NEW STORY: "Sir Ashfall and the Seven Demons" - Free Fantasy Story
NEW STORY: When seven knights journey into a dark forest, they are forced to confront the demonic embodiments of their own darkest flaws.
Alan Eck
3 min read
"The Man of Ease": Bear Witness to an Epic(ally) Easy Adventure in this Free Poem!
Embark on an epic(ally) easy adventure with the titular Man of Ease in this new, humorous, mock-epic poem!
Alan Eck
2 min read
PODCAST: Movies and TV We're Excited About in 2024, Need for New IP, Video Games Movies, and More!
Discover Alan and DJ's top picks for movies and TV in 2024, deep dive into the need for new IP, and more on this entertaining podcast!
Alan Eck
3 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
The Five Best Stories in Video Games (That I’ve Played)
Dive into the world of interactive storytelling with the five best stories in video games that I've ever played!
Alan Eck
6 min read
An “E-nkling” of Accountability: The Virtue of Having a Writing Group
Discover the power of writing groups in this insightful post. Learn how the E-nklings formed a unique and accountable writing community...
Deign Wryly
4 min read
How to Build a Writing Habit
Discover the secrets of building a writing habit and turning your ideas into reality. Find time, set goals, and stay consistent!
Alan Eck
5 min read
Powerful Prologue Examples: What Makes for an Effective Start to a Story?
What makes for an effective prologue? Let's take a look at the needed elements and review some classic examples in popular media...
Alan Eck
6 min read
Get Your Boots on the Ground in Writing: How to Break Through Planner's Block
As a writer, do your preparatory inclinations put you in danger of putting off a story when you're actually ready to write it?
Alan Eck
2 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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