How to Choose a Point of View (feat. @ManCarryingThing) Around the Campfire 2021-09-30 | Which point of view should you choose for your story? First person, second person, third person limited, or third person omniscient? Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and knowing them will help you choose! This video focuses on the basics to help you make that decision, but I’ll be making a video for each POV over the next few months, so keep an eye out!Thanks again to @ManCarryingThing for helping with the skits!Other Videos in the Series:First Person: youtu.be/59F-BDNMlFcThird Person Limited: youtu.be/p-OVx5E7FlUThird Person Omniscient: youtu.be/7AVNJvV0bBA#POV #writingcommunity #authortubeCheck out Campfire:campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:23 - First Person04:58 - Second Person06:18 - Third Limited10:07 - Third Omniscient13:48 - Choosing
Avoid White Room Syndrome: 6 Ways to Write Better Descriptions Around the Campfire 2023-09-18 | White room syndrome is an easy pitfall for any writer to run into, especially when you’re describing a secondary world. So, it’s important to understand the problem and know how to write setting descriptions—and how to avoid situations when there’s not enough in your writing. But not too much, of course. That’s a whole other can of worms.We invited author B.H. Pierce to help us talk about white room syndrome, writing vivid descriptions, and writing with aphantasia (an inability to visualize images in one’s mind).Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com #writingtips #authortube #writingadvice//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassett Video editing by @Hikitsune-RedAnimation and illustration by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefieldFeaturing B.H. Pierce: twitter.com/BHPierce203Read UNDER A PIRATE FLAG on Campfire: campfirewriting.com/explore/under-a-pirate-flag //ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//Five ways to write vibrant settings: writingmastery.com/blog/5-strategies-for-writing-vibrant-settings Lee Strauss on white room syndrome: leestraussbooks.com/author-tip-tuesday-tip-24-the-white-room-syndrome Things to avoid when you’re starting to write a story: nelsonagency.com/2016/07/9-story-openings-to-avoid-part-2 Vanishing setting syndrome: helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/most-common-mistakes-series-case-of //SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing feat. Bestselling Author Ann Christy Around the Campfire 2023-07-11 | Check out Ann's new Sci-Fi epic, available now: amazon.com/Never-Ending-End-World-Ann-Christy/dp/1736040634?maas=maas_adg_11CEB85A2E95BE74638D6C0734085328_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maasIf you're new to the world of publishing, it can be difficult to know which path is right for you: is it better to publish traditionally, or self-publish your work? Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Ann Christy has over ten years of experience with both, so we invited her to join us and talk about the pros and cons of each approach!Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing: campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #publishingtips//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassettAnimation and illustration by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefieldFeaturing bestselling author Ann Christy: annchristy.com0:00 Intro0:26 Traditional Publishing Overview1:39 Rejections & Cheerleaders2:39 Self-Publishing Overview3:19 Money in Traditional Publishing4:24 Self-Publishing Pros & Cons6:24 Research: Advertising & Marketing8:54 Ann's Advice for Getting Published Traditionally10:03 Conclusion//ADDITIONAL READING//Jane Friedman on Traditional publishing: janefriedman.com/start-here-how-to-get-your-book-publishedEvan Winter on Self-Publishing youtube.com/watch?v=voAJSSW5tS4Read the expanded text version of this video on our blog: campfirewriting.com/learn/types-of-book-publishing//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Poisoning Your (Fictional) Characters feat. @RachelEmmaShaw Around the Campfire 2023-06-06 | Let’s talk about using poisons in our writing. People have been using poisons as long as we’ve been around, but there’s a lot of misconceptions around them, no doubt fueled in part by stories like Romeo & Juliet. @RachelEmmaShaw joins us to talk about how poisons work, the different effects they can have, and how to write about them. Plus, some tips on inventing your own!Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com Also, find Rachel’s books here: rachelemmashaw.wordpress.com#writingcommunity #authortube #writingadvice #worldbuilding//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassettEditing and thumbnail by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefieldFeaturing Rachel Emma Shaw: @RachelEmmaShaw //ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//8 magical plants to include in your next story or campaign: campfirewriting.com/learn/8-life-saving-magic-plants More on poisons in Ancient Rome: ucl.ac.uk/~ucgajpd/medicina%20antiqua/sa_poisons.html More on toxins in SFF (p9): worldbuildingmagazine.com/2019/02/death-and-taxes //SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
What Makes a Conlang Bad? | The Goals of Constructed Languages Around the Campfire 2023-05-02 | Perhaps the most important thing you can do when beginning a new conlang is to set a goal for it. Without one, it can become quite difficult for your language to do what you need it to. As an example, let’s check out David Peterson’s first conlang: Megdevi. It had a lot of awesome ideas, but ultimately he abandoned the project. Let’s talk about why, and how you can avoid the same fate for your conlangs. Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com #conlang #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadvice//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassett Editing by @4bs_benThumbnail by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield//ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//More videos about conlangs: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK3_Av20eOMrkHTqYz_llx0hit9LC-Xwv An interview with Paul Frommer (Creator of Na'vi): campfirewriting.com/learn/interview-paul-frommer David Peterson on Megdevi: dedalvs.com/megdevi.html#intro Devid Peterson’s conlang videos: youtube.com/watch?v=Mxmc8zo5Jns//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
📆 How to Make a Fantasy Calendar feat. @Artifexian Around the Campfire 2023-04-04 | Calendars are more than a way to track time or holidays. For those of us who want to go deep into the worldbuilding of a project, a fantasy calendar can be an amazing tool. But not all calendars are the same.We teamed up with @Artifexian to help us explain how to make custom calendars for your stories. We cover everything from how celestial bodies can impact the months, to how culture can determine the way they’re named. Of course, there’s only so much we could cover in this short video, so check out the additional resources below—and if you have any tips for would-be custom calendar-makers, drop those in the comments!Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing: campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #worldbuilding #writingadvice //CHAPTERS//0:00 Introduction0:22 The 3 Types of Calendars1:34 Creating a Calendar3:35 How Culture Impacts Calendars5:01 Examples of Fictional Calendars6:22 Summary//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassettAnimation and illustration by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield Featuring @Artifexian.//ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//Artifexian’s calendar videos: - Solar Calendars: youtu.be/iTeS2b2IAVY - Lunar Calendars: youtu.be/c3EPovK2-Uw- Lunisolar Calendars: youtu.be/_7pHeFtQDpM Artifexian’s Worldsmith Calculator: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AML0mIQcWDrrEHj-InXoYsV_QlhlFVuUalE3o-TwQco/copy On the names of months: britishmuseum.org/blog/whats-name-months-year//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Draw Fantasy Maps: Political Borders 🌍 Around the Campfire 2023-03-07 | We’re back to nitpick about fantasy map design! While natural borders like rivers and mountains are a major part of how borders get drawn on a map, they’re not the only factor. Adam takes a look at how history has shaped a few of our borders, and how we might be able to use the lessons they teach us in our own fictional maps to make more interesting national borders.Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com This video is where we held our 10K subscriber contest! 🎉 The contest is over, and the reward claimed by the winner. Thank you to everyone who participated, we had a great time chatting with you about your maps in the comments!#fantasy #maps #cartography #writingcommunity //VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassett Editing and Thumbnail by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield//ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//Not sure how to make a map? I was using Affinity Designer, but that’s a little complicated compared to some of the alternatives. We compared a few popular tools: campfirewriting.com/learn/azgaars-vs-inkarnate-vs-wonderdraft More about map design: campfirewriting.com/learn/improve-your-fantasy-map-design A brief history of Romania: localhistories.org/a-brief-history-of-romaniaMore about Enclaves and Exclaves: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/e927741a6a1c4157a1e3a91a2645f3f8 The India / Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement: https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2020/05/12/sambandh-blog-india-and-bangladesh-exchanging-border-enclaves-re-connecting-with-new-citizens/ More about how many of Africa’s borders were decided: africaupclose.wilsoncenter.org/colonial-borders-in-africa-improper-design-and-its-impact-on-african-borderland-communities//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Write Better Stories With the Thematic Square Around the Campfire 2023-02-08 | Robert McKee is a renowned author and lecturer who has influenced the work of folks such as John Cleese and William Goldman. His thematic square is a tool for writers to better plot and plan their story’s themes, based on the idea that “Life…is subtle and complex, rarely a case of yes/no, good/evil, right/wrong.” Try using McKee’s thematic square to improve your own writing! Having a better understanding not only of your theme, but also the characters and plot surrounding it, will only help you write better stories.//THE NEVER-ENDING END OF THE WORLD | PRE-ORDER NOW//We're thrilled to finally announce that Campfire Publishing is releasing bestselling author Ann Christy’s new Sci-Fi epic, THE NEVER-ENDING END OF THE WORLD, on August 8th, 2023. You can pre-order a physical copy or e-book now. Get the e-book for just $0.99 USD if you pre-order! The audiobook will be coming at a later date.Amazon: amazon.com/Never-Ending-End-World-Ann-Christy/dp/1736040634?maas=maas_adg_11CEB85A2E95BE74638D6C0734085328_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maasB&N: bit.ly/3YfDGEnKobo: bit.ly/3YvNOZxAlso, check out Campfire, the software Ann used to write her new book:campfirewriting.com //VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassett Editing by @4bs_ben Thumbnail, character animations, and additional editing by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield//ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//K.M. Weiland on the Thematic Square: helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/deepening-your-storys-theme-with-the-thematic-squareRobert McKee’s video lessons: youtube.com/@RobertMcKeeSTORY //SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.#writingtips #story #theme #authortube #booktube
How to Draw Fantasy Maps: Coastlines Around the Campfire 2023-01-10 | You don’t have to be an artist to draw interesting maps. Too many fantasy maps have long, straight coasts that suspiciously mirror the edges of the pages they were initially printed on. Break up your coastlines with bays, rivers, islands, and peninsulas!This was a bit of a shorter video because we’re preparing to ✨publish a book ✨ and Cole’s been busy helping to illustrate some things for that. Special thanks to Ben, who made this video possible.Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing: campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #fantasymap #cartography //VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassettVideo editing by @4bs_ben.Animation and thumbnail by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield //ADDITIONAL READING//Learn more about fantasy map design: campfirewriting.com/learn/improve-your-fantasy-map-design Not sure how to make a map? I was using Affinity Designer but that’s a little complicated compared to some of the alternatives. We compared a few popular tools: campfirewriting.com/learn/azgaars-vs-inkarnate-vs-wonderdraft //SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Outline a Novel with Dan Harmons Story Circle Around the Campfire 2022-12-06 | Plotting a story is hard. However, there are a number of storytelling principles and guidelines that attempt to tackle this problem. Dan Harmon took one of the most popular, Cambell’s Hero’s Journey, and simplified it into just eight steps. To learn more about how this works in practice, we broke down the film Shaun of the Dead to see how its script follows (or doesn’t follow) Harmon’s plotting format along the way.Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com #writingcommunity #storycircle #storystructure//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassett Animation and illustration by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield//ADDITIONAL RESOURCES//Check out Dan Harmon’s video on the story circle: youtube.com/watch?v=RG4WcRAgm7Y Industrial Scripts’ interpretation of the story circle via films like Taken: industrialscripts.com/dan-harmons-story-circle//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/campfirewritingSupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Fantasy Calendars: Worldbuilding Fictional Holidays Around the Campfire 2022-11-15 | Holidays can be stressful, and fictional ones are no different. Let's discuss how to use holidays in your stories as worldbuilding or plot devices. Plus, some tips for creating your own fictional holidays for your fantasy and science fiction stories. Check out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their writing:campfirewriting.com#holiday #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadvice//VIDEO CREDITS//Script and audio by Adam Bassett: twitter.com/adamcbassettAnimation and illustration by Cole Field: instagram.com/acolefield //ADDITIONAL READING//Holidays in Fantasy Fiction: http://fantasy-faction.com/2016/holidays-in-fantasy-fictionForgotten Realms Holidays To Incorporate In A Campaign: gamerant.com/dungeons-dragons-forgotten-realms-holidays//SOCIAL MEDIA//Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingTwitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3TikTok: tiktok.com/@campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Writing Stories with Compelling Creatures Around the Campfire 2022-10-03 | We're celebrating the spooky season at Story Tips by talking about how to write fictional creatures and monsters. From werewolves to vampires to dragons, they fill all kinds of roles and are some of the most iconic parts of a story. Creating your own monster can be daunting, though. If you're having trouble making a monster for your story that you're happy with, consider these tips next time you're writing!Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#monster #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//The Ancient Origins of Werewolves: theconversation.com/the-ancient-origins-of-werewolves-104775 Empire Podcast Ep. #468: empireonline.com/movies/news/empire-podcast-468-david-schwimmer-and-nick-mohammed-florian-zeller-and-anthony-hopkins-john-krasinskiHemingway's Early Manuscripts, The Theory of Practice and Omission: jstor.org/stable/3831126//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Make a Language: Writing Systems Around the Campfire 2022-09-12 | Just like any other language, many conlangs come with their own script—a way to write them down. Not every language needs a writing system, and most don't create their own original script, so don't feel like you have to take this step. However, if you do want to write using your conlang, there's a few tips we can share that might help you get started.There's plenty more to discuss about scripts beyond what we had time for here, so if you're interested to learn more, check out the links to other episodes of Story Tips below. Or, if you're already well-versed in conlanging, drop a comment telling us some tips of your own!Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole FieldSpecial thanks to Slorany for helping draft the script and providing some of their resources for conlanging (see them below!)#conlang #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//An interactive IPA chart: ipachart.comConlangs: How to Construct a Language MIT lecture notes: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/linguistics-and-philosophy/24-917-conlangs-how-to-construct-a-language-fall-2018/lecture-notes/David Peterson's Conlang Lessons on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=Mxmc8zo5JnsOmniglot: omniglot.com/index.htm//ALSO CHECK OUT//Other videos we’ve made about conlanging: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK3_Av20eOMrkHTqYz_llx0hit9LC-Xwv An interview with Paul Frommer (Creator of Na'vi): campfirewriting.com/learn/interview-paul-frommerArtifexian's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/artifexianBiblaridion's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCMjTcpv56G_W0FRIdPHBn4A Conlangs University (Community-Made Resource): sites.google.com/view/conlangs-universityThe Evolution of Writing: https://sites.utexas.edu/dsb/tokens/the-evolution-of-writing/Vulgarlang (Word Generator): vulgarlang.com //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
5 Goals for Any Scene Youre Writing Around the Campfire 2022-08-24 | It's one thing to write a scene, but it's another to write a scene that fits into the larger narrative. There's a lot to juggle so that the story doesn't come off feeling too monotonous, rushed, or slow—all of which is heavily influenced by how you've structured your scenes goals.There's (generally speaking) five things that every scene in your story needs. Each is a kind of goal. Is the scene meant to create conflict, expand on the setting, or endear us to the characters? It could be all three. The most important thing is that you understand the goal and keep pushing the plot forward with each scene.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//4 Questions to Ask Yourself when Writing Scenes: writersdigest.com/improve-my-writing/4-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-writing-scenesHow to Keep Score in Your Story with Scene Goals: thewritepractice.com/scene-goals Scene Goals: http://jordanmccollum.com/2013/03/scene-goalsStructuring Your Story's Scenes: helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/structuring-your-storys-scenes-pt-3//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam’s Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and us!) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Name Characters: Names with Meaning Around the Campfire 2022-08-03 | When naming your characters, a naming system may not cover everything you need. So let's look at some other ways to name our characters: through onomastics (what names mean), your own worldbuilding, or even just the way a name sounds.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#names #characterdevelopment #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//"'We're Going to Talk About Bruno,' Yes, Yes, Yes" NYT Article on Lin Manuel Miranda's hit song from Encanto: nytimes.com/2022/01/13/movies/disney-encanto-talk-about-bruno.htmlMore about madrigals: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madrigal"Why Do Star Wars Names Sound...Familiar?" Ancestry Article: blogs.ancestry.com/cm/star-wars-names//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting //AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Write Stronger Scenes, Have Your Characters Play a Game Around the Campfire 2022-07-14 | Let’s talk about how we can improve any part of our storytelling with a well-placed game. From chess to darts to “hide the Saltine,” games are part of how we interact with each other—so they should probably be a part of our writing, I think. Let’s talk about how you can use games as an essential part of your plot, a device to liven up any scene, or as a part of your worldbuilding.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#writingcommunity #authortube #writingadvice #gamesCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam’s Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Writing Memorable Characters Around the Campfire 2022-06-22 | One of the first things a character must be to feel compelling is to have an identity. They should stand out on the page without being overwhelming. By taking a look at the "Planet of Hats" trope and Gaiman's "Funny Hats" concept, we can create some really special characters for our stories-but where do you take it once you've established the basic setting and the quirk that character has? To explore the answer to that question, we're going to have to take a look at Mass Effect 2.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#characterdevelopment #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//More on the Planet of Hats: tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PlanetOfHatsMore on Funny Hats: medium.com/starburst-school-of-writers/give-your-characters-funny-hats-79870d5d1baeCheck out Levi's video on Wants vs. Needs: youtube.com/watch?v=HmBhAk9dCBs//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Spice Up Your Writing 🌶️ Around the Campfire 2022-06-01 | Despite the importance of spices in our history-the fact explorers crossed oceans for access to cinnamon and wars have been waged over nutmeg-I don't often see spice mentioned in a lot of fiction. Aside from the obvious. So let's take a look at spice, the worldbuilding and plot impacts it could have, and see how we can use it in our stories.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#spice #history #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//Antimicrobial Functions of Spices by Jennifer Billing and Paul W. Sherman (PDF): https://canvas.harvard.edu/files/4435842/download?download_frd=1 The Nutmeg Wars (National geographic): youtube.com/watch?v=ygnzhWrML_4 //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
The 4 Ways to Write 3rd Person Omniscient Around the Campfire 2022-05-23 | 3rd Person Omniscient is historically one of the most used POVs, but these days you don't see it as much. How do you write third person omniscient? It has many paths you can take and is heavily intermingled with 3rd person limited. Deciding what path you want to take will help you set goals and stay oriented as you write.Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/writing-3rd-person-omniscientHow to Choose a Point of View:youtu.be/-2o4urElTC4Check out Campfire Write:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #POV//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Jackson's Twitter: twitter.com/SwagXMcNastyCampfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Make a Language: Complex Conlangs Around the Campfire 2022-05-04 | It's time to talk about the heavier side of conlanging. If you want to go a bit more detailed than a naming language, you'll need to consider things like the phonetics, grammar, syntax, and build your lexicon with a bit more care. There's a lot to consider when creating a language, and we've broken it down to few steps to help you wrap your head around it all! There's plenty more to discuss beyond what we had time for here, so if you're interested to learn more, check out the links below. Or, if you;re already well-versed in conlanging, drop a comment telling us some tips of your own!Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole FieldSpecial thanks to Slorany for helping draft the script and providing some of their resources for conlanging (see them below!)#conlang #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//An interactive IPA chart: ipachart.comASHA Phonemic Inventories: asha.org/practice/multicultural/phonoIPA Chart: internationalphoneticassociation.orgConlangs: How to Construct a Language MIT lecture notes: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/linguistics-and-philosophy/24-917-conlangs-how-to-construct-a-language-fall-2018/lecture-notes/David Peterson's Conlang Lessons on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=Mxmc8zo5JnsWilliam S. Annis' Conlanger's Thesaurus: fiatlingua.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/fl-000024-01.pdf//ALSO CHECK OUT//Other videos we’ve made about conlanging: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK3_Av20eOMrkHTqYz_llx0hit9LC-Xwv Artifexian's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/artifexianBiblaridion's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCMjTcpv56G_W0FRIdPHBn4A Conlangs University (Community-Made Resource): sites.google.com/view/conlangs-university Vulgarlang (Word Generator): vulgarlang.com //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
How to Make a Language: The Basics Around the Campfire 2022-04-20 | It can be hard to know where to begin when you set out to create a language for your story. In this series Adam will break down some tips for creating naming languages, advanced conlangs, and more. First up: naming languages.Naming languages are commonly found in books where the author presents a sliver of a language-a few terms or phrases to help sell the worldbuilding or as part of the plot. Creating one of your own is easier than you might think!Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole FieldSpecial thanks to Slorany for helping draft the script and providing some of their resources for conlanging (see them below!)#conlang #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//An interactive IPA chart: ipachart.comConlangs: How to Construct a Language MIT lecture notes: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/linguistics-and-philosophy/24-917-conlangs-how-to-construct-a-language-fall-2018/lecture-notes/David Peterson's Conlang Lessons on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=Mxmc8zo5JnsWilliam S. Annis' Conlanger's Thesaurus: fiatlingua.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/fl-000024-01.pdf//ALSO CHECK OUT//Other videos we’ve made about conlanging: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK3_Av20eOMrkHTqYz_llx0hit9LC-Xwv Artifexian's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/artifexianBiblaridion's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCMjTcpv56G_W0FRIdPHBn4A Conlangs University (Community-Made Resource): sites.google.com/view/conlangs-university Names Aren't Neutral: David J. Peterson on Creating a Fantasy Language (PDF): fiatlingua.org/2019/03//SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
3 Ways to Use Character Flaws Around the Campfire 2022-04-06 | Perfect characters aren't usually compelling ones. Flawed characters, who struggle to do good (or who justify their actions) tend to be some of our favorites, because we see they are trying their best. "Write flawed characters" isn't great advice, though. We look at three characters from The Hunger Games, Neon Leviathan, and Haikyuu and explore how their character flaws function in the story.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#characterflaws #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//Adam's interview with T.R. Napper on Campfire Learn: campfirewriting.com/learn/interview-napper //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Tips for Writing Third Person Limited Around the Campfire 2022-03-30 | How do you write third person limited? Third Limited is one of the most popular POVs to write in these days, but it has a few things to consider before jumping right into it. To save yourself a headache while editing later on, decide how close the narrator is to the perspective character. You'll also want to decide how you're going to switch perspectives. Once you're in the editing phase, you can play with your chapter order to control the pacing with ease.Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/tips-for-writing-third-person-limitedHow to Choose a Point of View:youtu.be/-2o4urElTC4Check out Campfire Write:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #POV//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:43 - Closeness Spectrum02:56 - Consistency04:17 - Multiple Perspectives07:50 - Switching Perspectives
How to Name Characters Faster Around the Campfire 2022-03-09 | It can be hard to name characters in your story, but it doesn't have to be. Names follow fairly simple conventions, like how English names are usually organized with a first, middle, and last name. The characters in your novel might not use that naming system, but it's likely they'll have some kind of consistency, and establishing a way to name characters might help you out in the long run!Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#names #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//A [2006] Guide to Names and Naming Practices: fbiic.gov/public/2008/nov/Naming_practice_guide_UK_2006.pdf More about the names of people and their titles in Chinese history: http://www.chinaknowledge.de/History/Terms/titles.html //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Is Your Books Magic System Too Complex? Around the Campfire 2022-02-09 | People often talk about the distinctions between hard and soft magic systems, but rarely consider magic system complexity. Magic is a staple of fantasy, but it's also something the audience needs to learn in order to understand the story. People can only take in so much information at a time. In this first episode of Story Tips, Adam discusses magic system complexity and cognitive load theory.Script and VO by Adam BassettAnimation by Cole Field#magicsystems #writingcommunity #authortube #writingadviceCheck out Campfire, a customizable tool for writers to plan, organize, and share their work:campfirewriting.com//REFERENCES//Learn More About Cognitive Overload: mindtools.com/pages/article/cognitive-load-theory.htmWorldbuilding Magazine, V4I6: worldbuildingmagazine.com/2020/12/survival //SOCIAL MEDIA//Adam's Twitter: twitter.com/adamcbassettCole's Art Insta: instagram.com/acolefield Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewriting Discord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3 Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewriting Reddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnology Instagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308 A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.
Writing First Person: What You Need to Know Around the Campfire 2021-12-31 | When people talk about writing a book in first person, they usually talk about two major struggles. Your main character has to be likeable, and you have to be careful not to infodump. For character likeability, that's an incredibly vague concept. How do you make a character likeable? And to avoid infodumping, how to do you weave exposition into your story? Let's explore those questions!Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/writing-first-person-what-you-need-to-knowHow to Choose a Point of View:youtu.be/-2o4urElTC4Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com/write#writingcommunity #authortube #firstpersonv//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//Introduction - 00:00Character Likeability - 00:56Ferris Bueller - 01:55The Fault In Our Stars - 05:00Exposition - 07:46
Does Writing Advice Work? Around the Campfire 2021-11-01 | Does writing advice make you less creative? Does it make you a hack? Will using popular methods turn your story into a soulless carbon copy of Star Wars? No. That's all silly. Of course, writing advice works, but there are some things you should know to make it work BETTER.Read the article version of this video: campfirewriting.com/learn/does-writing-advice-workCheck out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #writingadvice//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:23 - Subjectivity03:29 - Fundamentals
Writing a Book - Plotting & Scheduling Around the Campfire 2021-08-18 | Are you ready to write a book? It may take some plotting before you get started, which can be daunting if you've never done it before. First, you need a story seed, and then you can choose which route you want to take. I suggest Brandon Sanderson's bracket-plotting method for beginners over strict plot structures like The Hero's Journey. Once you're done plotting, you'll want to develop a writing schedule to keep yourself honest. Then, write! Hopefully, all these tips on how to write a book will help you finish your first draft!Campfire's FREE writing schedule template:docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qtmygn5L3ZHoyt34eOMZTTv9lhZ3HWesnv2Yx9YxS_w/edit?usp=sharingWanna read this video as an article instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/writing-a-book-plotting-planning Part 1 of our series on how to prepare to write a book:youtu.be/qP_JTQMgXFECheck out Campfire!campfirewriting.com#writing #plotting #writingtips//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:47 - Phase 3: Planning04:24 - Plotting Methods08:27 - Phase 4: Write11:43 - In Review
Quest for the Golden Plunger | Audiobook Sample Ch. 4 Around the Campfire 2021-08-09 | Check out Jackson's Book, The Quest for the Golden Plunger: The Misadventures of the Adventure Rangers!Audiobook: amzn.to/3wpjH7vHardcover (Amazon): https://t.co/SckxqXzZmDPaperback (Amazon): https://t.co/C1iVjn29YaKindle: https://t.co/ltIW69x65aB&N: https://t.co/96PfzeXfBzKobo: https://t.co/PMc1ZBkNIbApple Books: https://t.co/zGYHdeCuHBGoodreads: https://t.co/sbuIdqD1b8Animation by Cole FieldNarration by Todd Haberkorn#audiobook #fiction #publishing//SOCIAL MEDIA//Jackson's Twitter: https://x.com/JacksonDAuthorCampfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting
Preparing to Write a Book - Strategy & Organization Around the Campfire 2021-07-15 | Do you want to write a book? It may seem difficult (because it is, don't get me wrong), but the key to success is having a strategy. First, you need to understand your own writing tendencies and adjust accordingly. Are you a pantser, plotter, or somewhere in between? Then, you need to find a way to stay organized while you write to be as efficient as possible. When you're setting out on a task as large as writing a book, you want to save yourself from as much work as possible.Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/preparing-to-write-a-book-strategy-organizationSee Part 2 on Planning and Writing: youtube.com/watch?v=dvBdH-E022Y&t=4sCheck out Campfire!campfirewriting.comMaking writing a habit:youtu.be/neYHeguwaew#writing #books #writingcommunity//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:18 - Phase 1: Strategy03:51 - Phase 2: Organization05:34 - Organizational Tools07:55 - Manuscript Editors
Quest for the Golden Plunger | Audiobook Sample Ch. 1 Around the Campfire 2021-07-09 | Check out Jackson's Book, The Quest for the Golden Plunger: The Misadventures of the Adventure Rangers!Audiobook: amzn.to/3wpjH7vHardcover (Amazon): https://t.co/SckxqXzZmDPaperback (Amazon): https://t.co/C1iVjn29YaKindle: https://t.co/ltIW69x65aB&N: https://t.co/96PfzeXfBzKobo: https://t.co/PMc1ZBkNIbApple Books: https://t.co/zGYHdeCuHBGoodreads: https://t.co/sbuIdqD1b8Animation by Cole FieldNarration by Todd Haberkorn#audiobook #fiction #publishing//SOCIAL MEDIA//Jackson's Twitter: https://x.com/JacksonDAuthorCampfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting
4 Tips for Increasing Your Writings Clarity and Flow Around the Campfire 2021-06-10 | You've probably been told to use active voice instead of passive voice, but why is that the case? Is active voice better than passive voice? Usually, but not always! Instead of defaulting to active voice, you should understand how it functions in context. That gives you the power to make active decisions about the pacing and flow of your prose!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#WritingTips #Writing #Style//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Aviino - Get Up and Go chll.to/6806b7d7SwuM - Skates chll.to/7a59ffa1Aviino - Slim Bobby chll.to/4c4c721cMo Anando - Yesterday chll.to/c6583dd5//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:19 - #1 - Active Voice05:24 - #2 - Correct Order06:54 - #3 - Establish Details09:31 - #4 - Break the Rules
Writing Endings | Arrival, The Dark Knight, Adventure Time Around the Campfire 2021-04-28 | It can be hard to stick the landing, but the key is to find a balance between predictable and surprising without breaking any promises you make to the audience. What are promises? That's actually a harder question...We're talking about endings, so here are your spoiler warnings with time stamps to skip:Arrival (11:04 - 16:31) The Dark Knight, Thor Ragnarok, Frozen 2 (10:19 - 10:40) Ocean's Twelve (15:21 - 15:49)Here are some things whose endings we talk about vaguely, but I wouldn't call spoilers:Adventure Time, The Sopranos, Parks and Rec, Breaking Bad, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Legally BlondeCheck out Biblaridion's video on Arrival and how language potentially shapes thought!youtu.be/vJUEsOjcGfE#Endings #Writing #VideoEssay//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Aviino - Get Up and Go chll.to/6806b7d7SwuM - Skates chll.to/7a59ffa1Aviino - Slim Bobby chll.to/4c4c721cMo Anando - Yesterday chll.to/c6583dd5//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:33 - What does an ending need?03:18 - Archetypal Endings05:26 - Promises, Progress, Payoff11:07 - Twist Endings16:55 - Serial Endings20:56 - Leave them Thinking22:36 - In Review23:48 - The Quest for the Golden Plunger
Writing an Adaptation | Godzilla, Thor, ATLA, The Lion King Around the Campfire 2021-03-31 | We love to retell stories. Something about taking something we've seen and bending it to our own creative whim delights us to no end, but sometimes retellings can get a bad rep. They're always compared against the source material. How do you write a retelling, adaptation, or reboot?From Godzilla vs. Kong to Thor: Ragnarok, Hollywood loves to reboot, adapt, and retell. They aren't always great at it, but we can learn from what their stories and what authors like Neil Gaiman have done. Check out Campfire! campfirewriting.com#VideoEssay #WrittingCommunity #Reboot//SOCIAL MEDIA//Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingLevi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Onion (Prod. by Lukrembo)Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)Balloon (Prod. by Lukrembo)//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:27 - Reboots, Adaptations, and Retellings02:44 - Why write a RAR?04:55 - How do you write a RAR?09:21 - Originality11:34 - Audience Expectations12:24 - Godzilla16:08 - Thor19:01 - Story Scope22:08 - Story Nature
Gimmicks: Marvelous or Maleficent? | Wandavision *NO SPOILERS* Around the Campfire 2021-03-03 | Wandavision leans hard on its gimmick, but is that a bad thing?What is a gimmick? A gimmick is something designed to attract attention, and gimmicks aren't inherently good or bad, like most things for writing a screenplay or writing a novel. They provide marketing value, but they can also distract from the plot and feel cheap if you don't pull them off.Don't worry, this video is spoiler-free. I tried to mostly use clips from Wandavision's trailer. I am excited to see where the series ends, though. Wandavision episode 8 is right around the corner!Check out Campfire! campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Onion (Prod. by Lukrembo)Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)Balloon (Prod. by Lukrembo)//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:16 - What is a gimmick?02:41 - Does the gimmick impact the story?05:18 - Does the gimmick attract attention?08:21 - Do stories need gimmicks?11:09 - In Conclusion
The Power of Wonder in Writing | The Mandalorian & Doctor Who *NO SPOILERS* Around the Campfire 2021-02-17 | The Mandalorian isn't a perfect show, but it sure is a wonderful one.Wonder in writing and storytelling is a fickle thing. You know it when you see it, but is there a way to replicate it? (Spoiler alert: There isn't, but you sure can try)With so many people watching the second season of the Mandalorian and asking, "will there be a Mandalorian season 3?" We decided to explore what makes the show so special, and it's not just that little Grogu fella. Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/the-power-of-wonder-in-writingCheck out Campfire for free!campfirewriting.com#TheMandalorian #DoctorWho #VideoEssay #Writing//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Onion (Prod. by Lukrembo)Jackson's Bubbles by Levi Johnson//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:39 - Doctor Who01:51 - What is Wonder?03:23 - The Mandalorian04:17 - Producing Wonder07:02 - A Trip to the Store
Fight, Flight, and a Firm Handshake | Avatar & Studio Ghibli Around the Campfire 2021-02-03 | Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki live in the hearts of people around the world. For many, these movies hold tremendous nostalgic value, but the movies have something else going for them beyond nostalgia. The way Hayao Miyazaki chooses to resolve conflict makes these movies stick out from your basic animated childhood movie.Check out our video on the first act of the Hero's Journey:youtu.be/opaVjyrLl9UCheck out Campfire for free!campfirewriting.comNote: The contest mentioned in this video has ended.#Ghibli #Miyazaki #writing//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Onion (Prod. by Lukrembo)Bread (Prod. by Lukrembo)LATENCY by Mystery Mammal//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:33 - The First Two Ways01:26 - The Third Way02:04 - Avatar: The Last Airbender03:08 - Princess Mononoke04:01 - Understanding Motivations05:32 - The Different Ways and Themes08:27 - Miyazaki and the Third Way09:16 - Good vs. Evil10:51 - A New Path
Writing Character Struggles | The Queens Gambit *SPOILER FREE* Around the Campfire 2021-01-21 | Check out Campfire—It's the perfect tool for planning and writing your novel, screenplay, or TTRPG. Plus, it's free to use!campfirewriting.com#TheQueensGambit #writing #writingtips #obstacles//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//MUSIC//Onion (Prod. by Lukrembo)Bread (Prod. by Lukrembo)//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:19 - Obstacles02:07 - Make Things Harder02:57 - Beth's Conflicts03:49 - Avoiding Linear Plots05:42 - Choosing the Right Obstacle06:46 - Predictably Unpredictable07:33 - Interweaving Multiple Conflicts07:54 - Engaging the Audience
Pixars Soul: Playing with Tension Around the Campfire 2021-01-06 | Pixar's Soul is a wonderful movie about life and death and everything in-between, but instead of Pixar's usual heart wrenching tactics, this movie about death is somehow their most hopeful. How? The way they choose to resolve tension!*SPOILER ALERT* This video contains some light spoilers. Most of the plot stuff comes from the trailer, but there are a couple of jokes and clips that warrant a warning.#pixar #writing #writingtips #soul Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:02 - Keeping it Light01:22 - Types of Tension02:53 - Comedic Build, Comedic Release03:21 - Dramatic Build, Dramatic Release03:55 - Comedic Build, Dramatic Release05:42 - Dramatic Build, Comedic Release06:12 - Undermining the Sad Stuff07:40 - Tension Wants to be Released09:17 - Being Playful09:49 - Outro
How to Worldbuild Harsh Settings w/ Worldbuilding Magazine | Frank Herberts Dune Around the Campfire 2020-12-16 | Worldbuilding isn't just about countries and politics. It's about making a world that feels like its own character. Let's look at some real-world examples of harsh conditions to inspire our own worldbuilding!Thanks to Worldbuilding Magazine for helping out with this video! Check out their most recent issue on worldbuilding survival:worldbuildingmagazine.com#worldbuilding #writing #writingtips #writingadvice Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:41 - Water03:11 - Food04:07 - Shelter05:34 - Research06:09 - Other Extreme Environments07:03 - Arctic07:54 - Desert09:03 - Forest09:48 - Marshes10:53 - Mountains11:54 - A Passion in the Desert12:36 - Settings & Characters
Editing Writing w/ @ProWritingAidTV | Self Editing after NaNoWriMo Around the Campfire 2020-12-02 | Braving a self-edit of your novel? Here is a list of things to look out for like passive voice, weak verbs, sticky words, and more! ProWritingAid didn't pay us to make this video (although we are affiliates). We just wanted to share a way to help ease the burden of self-editing. Next time, we'll get back to the regular writing and worldbuilding advice!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #editing #selfediting //SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction02:07 - Line Editing03:28 - Style05:29 - Sticky Sentences08:46 - Readability10:07 - Overused Words11:03 - Diction11:51 - Self Editing
Worldbuilding 101 | Game of Thrones & Black Panther Around the Campfire 2020-11-16 | How do you start worldbuilding?The key to worldbuilding is the story comes first. Identify the things your world needs to meet your story, not the other way around. Learn how authors like George R. R. Martin were inspired to build their worlds! We explore Westeros from Game of Thrones, Wakanda from Black Panther, the Forgotten Realms, and more!Note: The content mentioned in this video is no longer open.Wanna read the article version of this video instead? campfirewriting.com/learn/worldbuilding-101Check out Worldbuilding Magazine:worldbuildingmagazine.comCheck out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#worldbuilding #writingtips//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:14 - Capturing a Feeling01:01 - Worldbuilding 10102:04 - Initial Ideas03:42 - Channeling Inspiration06:37 - Research08:23 - Worldbuilding with Purpose09:43 - Remembering Your Goal11:26 - Capturing a Feeling (Reprise)
Dealing with Writing Anxiety | Editing, Feedback, & Avoiding Triggers Around the Campfire 2020-11-02 | It's NaNoWriMo! For the next month, writers around the world are writing novels and getting anxious about hitting word count goals. We want to share some ways to help alleviate the stress and anxiety that can come with writing!Read the article version of this video instead: campfirewriting.com/learn/dealing-with-writing-anxietyCheck out Campfire:campfirewriting.comNote: The contest mentioned in this video has ended.#writingcommunity #writing #anxiety//SOCIAL MEDIA//Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingLevi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//CREDITS//Script - Levi JohnsonVideo Editing - Cole Field & Levi JohnsonAnimations - Cole FieldScript Editing - Jackson Dickert//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:11 - Fundamentals03:04 - Get Feedback04:15 - Find the Flow06:31 - Self Editing07:43 - Help Right Now11:00 - Avoid Triggers12:08 - Blaze X NaNo Contest
Campfire Blaze Q&A #1 Around the Campfire 2020-10-15 | Join us this evening as we build a story in Campfire Blaze from scratch while answering any questions you may have about the program! Come hang out!-- Social Media--Campfire Twitter: twitter.com/campfiretechllcDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfiretechnologyllcSteam: store.steampowered.com/app/965480/Campfire_ProReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfiretechllcLevi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Jackson's Twitter: twitter.com/SwagXMcNasty--Affiliate Links--ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnology Support local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.--About Campfire Technology--Video essays on writing and a goof here and there. Hosted by Levi Johnson.We release new videos every Monday at 12 PM EST. We dive into topics intended to help make a writer's job easier like how to create characters, plot stories, and build your world. Our goal is to make this channel your one-stop shop for free writing advice, writing tips, and showcase the best tools to help you write your novel.Check out our software, Campfire Pro! Designed to be a revolutionary tool for writers to plan out their stories, Campfire provides its users with character development, plot design, and worldbuilding tools. Campfire has exactly what novelists, screenwriters, and TTRPG players need to go from the seed of an idea to a detailed, organized blueprint that’s ready to be executed.
How to Write Dialogue | The Witcher Around the Campfire 2020-10-05 | Dialogue is an art of its own that takes years to master, but these 9 tips for better dialogue will help you write your book or screenplay! But if you're looking for bad dialogue, you can check out Netflix's The Witcher.Read the article version of this video: campfirewriting.com/learn/writing-dialogue-9-tips-for-mastering-speechCheck out the Campfire:campfirewriting.comIf you thought this video was useful, check out Creative Writing Now's courses through our affiliate link:bit.ly/36ylwWpAlso join their email list:bit.ly/34xfoeK#writingcommunity #authortube #writing #writingtips #dialogue//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//CREDITS//Script - Levi Johnson and Creative Writing NowHost & Video Editor - Levi JohnsonScript Editor - Adam BassettExecutive Producer - Jackson Dickert//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:47 - 1. Dialogue Tags01:35 - 2. Unique Voices03:57 - 3. Summarize04:36 - 4. Mix Dialogue and Summary05:21 - 5. Indirection06:30 - 6. Silence07:44 - 7. Listen08:36 - 8. Trim It Down09:35 - 9. Perform It
How to Choose Between a Hard or Soft Magic System w/ @James Tullos | Star Wars Around the Campfire 2020-09-21 | Magic is a central defining feature of fantasy, but the way you build your system has four major effects on your story. Figure out what you need to know before choosing between a hard or soft magic system!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.comSpecial thanks to @James Tullos! Go check out part 2 of this video on expansion and problem-solving: youtube.com/watch?v=bzIyKHz-tMc&feature=youtu.be#writingcommunity #magicsystems #writingtips #StarWarsExtended reading for other schools of thought:bit.ly/2EjNqtAbit.ly/2ZXNzujbit.ly/32QCr4A//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//CREDITS//Script - Levi Johnson and James TullosHost - Levi JohnsonVideo Editor - Parker BrownScript Editor and Executive Producer - Jackson Dickert//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:38 - Hard vs Soft Magic02:41 - Theme and Wonder05:15 - Audience08:01 - Campfire Blaze Announcement
Exploring Theme through Character - Steven Universe Deep Dive Around the Campfire 2020-09-07 | How do you write with a theme in mind? How do you make a statement with your writing? The key to theme is your characters and their flaws!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #StevenUniverse #Theme//SOCIAL MEDIA//Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewritingLevi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:35 - Want & Need01:28 - Fatal Flaw02:50 - Steven Universe04:12 - Pearl05:30 - Amethyst06:43 - Steven08:09 - Connecting the Dots09:10 - Making a Statement
Master Pacing in Writing - How fast should a story move? Around the Campfire 2020-08-24 | Pacing is key to creating a pleasant reading experience for your audience. Macro and micro are two important types of pacing to balance as you write!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #writing #writingtips #writingadvice//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//CREDITS//Script and Host - Levi JohnsonVideo Editor - Parker BrownScript Editor and Executive Producer - Jackson Dickert//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:19 - Pacing01:33 - Macro Pacing02:30 - Subplots03:31 - Cliffhangers04:35 - Subplots (but the bad kind)06:00 - Micro Pacing06:36 - Sentence Length07:35 - Dialogue
Avoiding Deus Ex Machina - How to Create a Satisfying Payoff Around the Campfire 2020-08-10 | Learning how to properly set up and payoff plot devices will help you prevent writing yourself into a deus ex machina. Chekhov's gun is an old rule of thumb, but we can take it a little farther!Check out Campfire:campfirewriting.com#writingcommunity #authortube #deusexmachina #setuppayoff//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction01:21 - Why Use Setup and Payoff?02:41 - Case Study: Die Hard03:22 - Inverted Chekhov's Gun & Mistborn05:46 - Worldbuilding07:12 - Bracketing
How to Write More | Forming a New Habit Around the Campfire 2020-07-27 | Writing requires constant focus over an extended amount of time, and the best way to achieve long-term focus is by establishing a new habit.Check out @CGPGrey. He has an entire podcast dedicated independent content creation that is a treasure trove of knowledge: https://www.relay.fm/cortexThere are a ton of distracting app blockers out there with different features. I would look around and see what you want out of one. Parental Control apps are also a great option since they can block apps and websites on your phone.Here's the app blocker I use: bit.ly/2BsUdzL#WritingCommunity #WritingTips #WriteMore #SelfImprovementCheck out Campfire:campfirewriting.com//SOCIAL MEDIA//Levi's Twitter: twitter.com/LeviJohnson42Campfire's Twitter: twitter.com/campfirewritingDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/6dTUvx3Facebook: facebook.com/campfirewritingReddit: reddit.com/r/CampfireTechnologyInstagram: instagram.com/campfirewriting//AFFILIATE LINKS//ProWritingAid: prowritingaid.com/?afid=9308A powerful spell checker and style editor that works wherever you do your writing!Bookshop: bookshop.org/shop/CampfireTechnologySupport local, independent bookstores (and Campfire Technology) by buying books on our Bookshop page.//VIDEO CHAPTERS//00:00 - Introduction00:11 - Making a New Habit01:29 - Finding Time03:04 - Address Roadblocks04:30 - Distractions05:45 - Goals07:01 - Things to Avoid
