(Beg/Int/Adv) Scene and sequel/action and reaction are the building blocks of story structure. Scenes are often our plot and Sequels are often the heart of our story. Topics explored: the external arc and internal journey of characters; utilizing goal, motivation and conflict in crafting characters; the essential components in writing scenes and the must-have elements of sequels; and the crucial interplay of scene/sequel within a novel.
About Lisa Carter
Multi-published, award-winning author LISA CARTER likes to describe her romantic suspense novels as “Sweet Tea with a Slice of Murder.” The Stronghold won a 2017 Daphne du Maurier. Under a Turquoise Sky won the 2015 Carol Award. She also writes the popular Truelove Matchmaker contemporary romance series, set in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. The Christmas Bargain won the 2021 Carol Award for Short Novel. Lisa enjoys traveling and researching her next fictional adventure. When not writing, she loves spending time with family and teaching writing workshops. A native North Carolinian, she has strong opinions on barbecue and ACC basketball. To learn more, visit her website where you can sign up for her newsletter. Or, connect with her on Bookbub or on her Amazon author page.
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