Are you tired of the three-act structure, the heroâs journey, or Freytagâs pyramidâplot templates that hit the same beats over and over, making every story feel like another variation of the last? While thereâs value in those classics, theyâre far from the only way to tell a powerful story.
In this live webinar, youâll explore fresh, unconventional story patterns found in published literature and learn how to craft the essential elements agents and publishers look forâtension, voice, and unforgettable plotsâwithout falling into formula. Perfect for both novelists and memoirists, these techniques will help you shape narratives that stand out while still resonating with readers.
Publishers are always hunting for the next ânewâ hitâstories that capture the imagination, deliver compelling characters, and feel fresh yet universal. You wonât grab attention by rehashing the same old patterns.
Drawing inspiration from organic designs found in nature, as well as other non-traditional structures, youâll see how risk-taking in form can still lead to commercial success. With contemporary published examples, youâll leave with practical tools to reimagine your storytelling.
Jordan Rosenfeld, author of the bestselling Writerâs Digest craft book Make a Scene (among others), brings over twenty years of experienceâand seven craft booksâto her work as a writing teacher, developmental editor, and writing coach. An avid reader and deep craft analyst, sheâll guide you to step beyond your comfort zone while keeping your work aligned with traditional publishing standards.
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Jordan Rosenfeld
Jordan Rosenfeld is author of the novels Fallout, Women in Red and Forged in Grace and six books on the craft of writing, including the brand new Sound of Story: Developing Voice and Tone in Writing, How to Write a Page-Turner, the bestselling Make a Scene, Writing the Intimate Character, A Writerâs Guide to Persistence, Writing Deep Scenes and Write Free. Her freelance writing has been published in hundreds of publications, including: The Atlantic, The New York Times, Publisherâs Weekly, Salon, Scientific American, The Rumpus, Writerâs Digest Magazine, The Washington Post and many more. She is also a freelance manuscript editor, writing coach and teaches online classes. Jordanrosenfeld.net
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