1-2-3 Writing Blog: Let's Talk About Conflict In Stories
Each blog contains 1 idea, 2 quotes, and 3 questions to ponder.
1 WRITING IDEA
It’s all about the conflict. Ratchet up the tension, arguments, and debates. Whether internal or external, whether through conversation or thought, scenes “pop” with rough seas. Fair weather and blue skies don’t make for compelling stories. Make your characters climb the mast, look to the dark horizon, and yell, “Hey matey, storm clouds a’coming!”
2 WRITING QUOTES
“Conflict is the lifeblood of story. What sound is to music, conflict is to story. Conflict should be present in every chapter, on every page.”
“The only thing worth writing about is the human heart in conflict with itself.
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3 Writing Questions
What is the internal conflict of your protagonist?
What is the external conflict of your protagonist?
How is their status quo being threatened?
About Me
Hey, I’m Brian. Born a Tar Heel but now a Virginian, I’m a father of five and the husband of one amazing lady. My family has a thing for Golden Retrievers. Given the right circumstances, I can do a mean moonwalk on a slick kitchen floor. I’ve also written a book called The Jungle Within.