John and Craig examine how writers balance the needs of each scene while keeping the entire story in mind. Then it’s another a round of the Three Page Challenge, where we look at scenes submitted by our listeners. We offer advice for gimmicky reveals, honest character reactions, and consistent POV.

Also this week: open writing assignments, and a checklist of what writers need to know before pursuing one.

In our bonus segment for premium members, what to do when you get bored with what you’re writing. Is that a sign to bail or buckle down?

Links:

• WGA Introduces Project Page check out the pdf here.
• Follow along with our Three Page Challenges: Firebird by Benjamin Blattberg, The Drawing by Todd William Knack, 3-page-challenge.pdf">Perdition by Terry Rietta, Million.First-Three-Pages.10242021.pdf&form-id=1&field-id=4&hash=fba5fbccc4a5c81f9ed4bf3d075884e6b3544c52008ef870d4b4cf762f39213a">Ten Million by Helen Sedwick
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• The New 16 inch MacBook Pro
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