Story Sparks : Finding Your Best Story Ideas and Turning Them into Compelling Fiction.
Material type:
- text
- computer
- online resource
- 9781608685103
- 808.33
- PN3365 .J334 2017
Intro -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Introduction -- Part I: S.P.A.R.K. -- 1. Seek -- 2. Passion -- 3. Allies -- 4. Resonance -- 5. Kinetic Energy -- Part II: Generating Sparks -- 6. Observational Skills -- 7. Fun and Games -- The Fast Five -- Idea Map -- Name Storm -- Fill-in-the-Blank Logline -- Thematic Inspiration -- Brainstorm like a Child -- Brainstorm like a Teenager -- Brainstorm like a Senior Citizen -- Movie Inspiration -- What If… -- Cut, Chop, and Combine -- Part III: Developing the Flame -- 8. Choosing an Idea -- 9. Following Through -- 10. Troubleshooting Problems -- Part IV: S.P.A.R.K. Habits -- 11. Get Organized -- 12. Find Balance -- 13. Be Positive -- 14. Get Active -- 15. Rest -- 16. Constantly Change -- 17. Weekly S.P.A.R.K. Habits -- Conclusion -- Appendixes -- Appendix A: Names -- Appendix B: Places -- Appendix C: Motives -- Appendix D: Obstacles -- Appendix E: Story Themes -- Acknowledgments -- Endnotes -- About the Author.
A hit-the-ground-running approach to formulating rock-solid story ideas, before beginning to write.
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Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2024. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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